Kia Soul Oil Type & Capacity
The Kia Soul takes 0W-30 or 10W-40 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 3.8-5.6 qt with a filter change, on 2015-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2009-2014 models use 15W-40 or 5W-30 (3.5-5.6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2015-2026 | 0W-30 / 10W-40 / 5W-30 | 3.8-5.6 qt |
| 2009-2014 | 15W-40 / 5W-30 | 3.5-5.6 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 Soul year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Kia Soul take?
The Kia Soul takes 0W-30 or 10W-40 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 3.8-5.6 qt with a filter change, on 2015-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2009-2014 models use 15W-40 or 5W-30 (3.5-5.6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Kia Soul take?
About 3.8-5.6 qt with a filter change on 2015-2026 models, and 3.5-5.6 qt on 2009-2014 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 Soul?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2015-2026: 0W-30/10W-40/5W-30; 2009-2014: 15W-40/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.