Kia Telluride Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Kia Telluride takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 6.9 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2023-2024 models take 7.1 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 5W-30 | 6.9 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2023-2024 | 5W-30 | 7.1 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2020-2022 | 5W-30 | 6.9 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
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 Telluride year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Kia Telluride take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Kia Telluride takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 6.9 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2023-2024 models take 7.1 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Kia Telluride take?
About 6.9 qt with a filter change on 2025-2026 models, and 7.1 qt on 2023-2024 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 Telluride?
Yes. We record 3 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2025-2026: 5W-30; 2023-2024: 5W-30; 2020-2022: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.