Kia K5 Oil Type & Capacity
The Kia K5 takes 0W-30 engine oil, about 5.5 qt with a filter change, on 2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2025 models use 0W-20 or 0W-30 (6.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0W-30 | 5.5 qt |
| 2025 | 0W-20 / 0W-30 | 6.1 qt |
| 2023-2024 | 0W-20 | 5.1 qt |
| 2022 | 0W-20 | 5.1-6.1 qt |
| 2021 | 0W-20 / 0W-30 | 5.1-6.1 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 K5 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Kia K5 take?
The Kia K5 takes 0W-30 engine oil, about 5.5 qt with a filter change, on 2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2025 models use 0W-20 or 0W-30 (6.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Kia K5 take?
About 5.5 qt with a filter change on 2026 models, and 6.1 qt on 2025 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 K5?
Yes. We record 5 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2026: 0W-30; 2025: 0W-20/0W-30; 2023-2024: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.