When it comes to replacing parts in your car, it’s wise to opt for genuine OEM parts. Rather than gradually turning your vehicle into Frankenstein’s monster of mismatched generic aftermarket components, OEM car parts are all identical to Kia’s original manufacturing specifications. They’re perfectly compatible, better quality, more durable, and designed to optimize the lifespan and performance of your car. You can ask for more guidance on OEM components at your local Kia dealership.
Zero Compatibility Issues
OEM components are designed by Kia with precisely the same dimensions and technical specs as the original part being replaced. This means they fit seamlessly into your vehicle and you have no need to worry about compatibility issues.
Generic car parts, on the other hand, often need to be altered before installation. Even then, they can never match the vehicle as perfectly as genuine components, which tends to cause performance problems down the road.
Far Superior Quality
You can rarely beat the quality of an OEM car part. Kia has an excellent reputation in engineering and manufacturing. To uphold this reputation, they maintain strict standards in all components they build, including each OEM car part. As vehicle performance depends on the quality of each component, this promise of quality is worth its weight in gold.

Guaranteed Reliability
When you install a generic aftermarket car part, you need to cross your fingers and hope it lasts. Not so with Kia OEM car parts. Long-term performance is assured when you know that each component has been built by the original manufacturer. This reliability is also frequently guaranteed by a generous warranty.
Reduced Wear and Tear
When newly installed car parts don’t fit optimally and are inferior in quality, as with most aftermarket car parts, they wear out faster. On top of this, they also accelerate wear and tear in connected components. This can dramatically lessen the longevity of your car while also increasing the number of faults and repairs.
Enhanced Vehicle Value
You may want to sell your car in the future. If so, the buyer will be happy to hear you’ve always used genuine OEM components. This can significantly increase the resale value of your vehicle.
Learn More About OEM Parts at Your Kia Dealer
We’d be delighted to explain in more detail why genuine OEM components are far better for your car than any other option. Once we diagnose what fault your car is experiencing, we can repair it in no time, replacing any worn-out parts with the genuine article.
Visit Coughlin Kia of Newark in Newark, OH, to have your car promptly repaired by experienced technicians. We’re an award-winning local dealership offering a broad range of excellent cars, high-quality vehicle maintenance, and top-notch customer service.


Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.