Kia Seltos Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Kia Seltos takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.2-5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2024 models take 4.8-5.1 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 0W-20 | 4.2-5.1 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2024 | 0W-20 | 4.8-5.1 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2022-2023 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.2 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2021 | 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 4.2-4.8 qt | Shop 5W-30Shop 5W-40 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every Seltos year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Kia Seltos take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Kia Seltos takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.2-5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2024 models take 4.8-5.1 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Kia Seltos take?
About 4.2-5.1 qt with a filter change on 2025-2026 models, and 4.8-5.1 qt on 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 Seltos?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2025-2026: 0W-20; 2024: 0W-20; 2022-2023: 0W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.