Well, here's what I found out. I just got off the phone with a Master Tech at my local dealer. This guy supposedly builds turbos for this specific engine and knows it well! He said that the 95 Sportage was "considered" a true interference engine. 1996 - 2002 are not considered interference engines by Kia. He then said that even though they are not considered to be a interference engine they have still experienced valve dmg after belt failure! Even with his depth of personal experience with this engine he could not provide a solid answer as to why?? All I'm saying at this point is that Kia recommends the belt be replaced every 60k so why take the chance? <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />