Kia Carnival Oil Type & Capacity
The Kia Carnival takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 6.1 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2022-2024 models take 6.3 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 0W-20 | 6.1 qt |
| 2022-2024 | 0W-20 | 6.3 qt |
| 2007-2014 | 15W-40 / 5W-30 | 5.5-7.1 qt |
| 1999-2006 | 15W-40 / 5W-30 | 4.5-6.1 qt |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources.
Every Carnival year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Kia Carnival take?
The Kia Carnival takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 6.1 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2022-2024 models take 6.3 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Kia Carnival take?
About 6.1 qt with a filter change on 2025-2026 models, and 6.3 qt on 2022-2024 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Kia Carnival?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2025-2026: 0W-20; 2022-2024: 0W-20; 2007-2014: 15W-40/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.