Kia Sportage A/C refrigerant type and capacity
GarageDex's A/C data shows the 2017 to 2018 Kia Sportage (4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng.) uses 20 oz of R-1234yf refrigerant with PAG Oil compressor oil. Earlier years used R-134a, so check the year row below.
Shop R-1234yf Match the type on your under-hood decal
Key takeaways
- 2017 to 2018 Kia Sportage: 20 oz of R-1234yf, 4.4 oz of PAG Oil oil.
- The charge is a full-system amount; a top-off adds far less.
- This model switched refrigerant types over its life (R-1234yf, R-134a) - use your year's row.
- A system that is empty has a leak - fix it before charging.
| Years | Engine | Refrigerant | Charge | Compressor oil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 to 2018 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-1234yf | 20 oz | PAG Oil 4.4 oz |
| 2017 to 2018 | 4 Cyl. 2.4 Eng. | R-1234yf | 20 oz | PAG Oil 4.4 oz |
| 2016 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 20 oz | PAG-46 4.4 oz |
| 2016 | 4 Cyl. 2.4 Eng. | R-134a | 20 oz | PAG-46 4.4 oz |
| 2014 to 2015 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 17.6 oz | PAG-46 4.4 oz |
| 2014 to 2015 | 4 Cyl. 2.4 Eng. | R-134a | 17.6 oz | PAG-46 4.4 oz |
| 2013 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 19 oz | PAG-46 4.4 oz |
| 2013 | 4 Cyl. 2.4 Eng. | R-134a | 19 oz | PAG-46 4.4 oz |
| 2012 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 4.4 oz |
| 2012 | 4 Cyl. 2.4 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 4.4 oz |
| 2011 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 0.88 oz | PAG-46 0.33 oz |
| 2011 | 4 Cyl. 2.4 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 4.4 oz |
| 2010 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 4.6 oz |
| 2010 | 6 Cyl. 2.7 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 7.3 oz |
| 2006 to 2009 | All Eng. | R-134a | 19 oz | PAG-46 7 oz |
| 2005 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 4.3 oz |
| 2005 | 6 Cyl. 2.7 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 7 oz |
| 2002 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 25 oz | PAG-46 |
| 1995 to 2001 | All Eng. | R-134a | 25 oz | PAG-46 |
Recharge supplies for your Kia Sportage
Buy the refrigerant type shown for your year and confirm it against the under-hood decal. R-1234yf cans cost more and need a matching coupler.
R-1234yfR-1234yf can with a gauge and couplerShop cans Manifold gauge setReads high and low side pressure properlyShop gauges Leak detection kitFind the leak before you spend on refrigerantShop kits
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Source: Four Seasons - Compressor / System Refrigerant & Lubricant Specs. The under-hood A/C decal is the primary source for your exact car - it overrides any table. Charges assume a clean system with a new drier.