Kia K5 Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Kia K5 takes 0W-20 or 0W-30 engine oil, about 6.1 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2021-2024 models take 5.1-6.1 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 0W-20 / 0W-30 | 6.1 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 0W-30 |
| 2021-2024 | 0W-20 / 0W-30 | 5.1-6.1 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 0W-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 K5 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Kia K5 take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Kia K5 takes 0W-20 or 0W-30 engine oil, about 6.1 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2021-2024 models take 5.1-6.1 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Kia K5 take?
About 6.1 qt with a filter change on 2025-2026 models, and 5.1-6.1 qt on 2021-2024 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 K5?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2025-2026: 0W-20/0W-30; 2021-2024: 0W-20/0W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 6 of 6 model years is checked against a cited source, most often CarSpecFinder - Kia K5 oil, AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Kia K5, 2.5L 4-cyl and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Kia K5, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo. Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.