2002 Kia Sportage Oil Type & Capacity
The 2002 Kia Sportage takes 10W-30 motor oil — 4.4 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
10W-30 — 4.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2D Utility, 4WD, Automatic | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Utility, 4WD, Standard | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Utility, RWD | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Utility, 4WD, Automatic | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Utility, 4WD, Standard | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Utility, RWD, Automatic | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Utility, RWD, Standard | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, 4WD, Automatic | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, 4WD, Standard | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, RWD, Automatic | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, RWD, Standard | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, 4WD, Automatic | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, 4WD, Standard | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, RWD, Automatic | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, RWD, Standard | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.40 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Sportage
2002 Kia Sportage factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.0 quarts (7.57 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2002 Kia Sportage take?
The 2002 Kia Sportage takes 10W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 10W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2002 Kia Sportage take?
The 2002 Kia Sportage holds 4.4 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2002 Kia Sportage?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2002 Kia Sportage. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.