Kia Sorento Oil Type & Capacity
The Kia Sorento takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 5.1-6.9 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2009-2015 models use 0W-40 or 5W-30 (4.9-7.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-2026 | 5W-30 | 5.1-6.9 qt |
| 2009-2015 | 0W-40 / 5W-30 | 4.9-7.1 qt |
| 2003-2008 | 5W-30 | 4.5-5.5 qt |
| 2002 | 15W-40 / 5W-30 | 4.5-8.7 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 Sorento year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Kia Sorento take?
The Kia Sorento takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 5.1-6.9 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2009-2015 models use 0W-40 or 5W-30 (4.9-7.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Kia Sorento take?
About 5.1-6.9 qt with a filter change on 2016-2026 models, and 4.9-7.1 qt on 2009-2015 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 Sorento?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2016-2026: 5W-30; 2009-2015: 0W-40/5W-30; 2003-2008: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.