Kia Rio Oil Type & Capacity
The Kia Rio takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 3.7 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2011-2017 models use 0W-30 or 0W-40 or 10W-40 or 5W-30 (3.7-5.6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-2026 | 5W-30 | 3.7 qt |
| 2011-2017 | 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 10W-40 / 5W-30 | 3.7-5.6 qt |
| 2006-2010 | 5W-30 | 3.5 qt |
| 2000-2005 | 5W-30 | 3.4-3.6 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 Rio year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Kia Rio take?
The Kia Rio takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 3.7 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2011-2017 models use 0W-30 or 0W-40 or 10W-40 or 5W-30 (3.7-5.6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Kia Rio take?
About 3.7 qt with a filter change on 2018-2026 models, and 3.7-5.6 qt on 2011-2017 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 Rio?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2026: 5W-30; 2011-2017: 0W-30/0W-40/10W-40/5W-30; 2006-2010: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.