2009 Kia Borrego Oil Type & Capacity
The 2009 Kia Borrego oil type depends on the engine: the EX, 3.8 1, 4WD takes 5W-20 (5.4 quarts with filter); the EX, 3.8 1, RWD takes 5W-20 (5.4 quarts with filter); the EX, 4.6 2, 4WD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the EX, 4.6 2, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the Limited, 4WD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the Limited, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the LX, 3.8 1, 4WD takes 5W-20 (5.4 quarts with filter); the LX, 3.8 1, RWD takes 5W-20 (5.4 quarts with filter); the LX, 4.6 2 takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- EX, 3.8 1, 4WD: 5W-20, 5.4 quarts with filter
- EX, 3.8 1, RWD: 5W-20, 5.4 quarts with filter
- EX, 4.6 2, 4WD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- EX, 4.6 2, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, 4WD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- LX, 3.8 1, 4WD: 5W-20, 5.4 quarts with filter
- LX, 3.8 1, RWD: 5W-20, 5.4 quarts with filter
- LX, 4.6 2: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX, 3.8 1, 4WD — 3.8L Eng | API - SJ, SL or above, ILSAC GF-3 or above, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, 3.8 1, RWD — 3.8L Eng | API - SJ, SL or above, ILSAC GF-3 or above, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, 4.6 2, 4WD — 4.6L Eng | API - SJ, SL or above, ILSAC GF-3 or above, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, 4.6 2, RWD — 4.6L Eng | API - SJ, SL or above, ILSAC GF-3 or above, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, 4WD — 4.6L Eng | API - SJ, SL or above, ILSAC GF-3 or above, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, RWD — 4.6L Eng | API - SJ, SL or above, ILSAC GF-3 or above, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 3.8 1, 4WD — 3.8L Eng | API - SJ, SL or above, ILSAC GF-3 or above, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 3.8 1, RWD — 3.8L Eng | API - SJ, SL or above, ILSAC GF-3 or above, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 4.6 2 — 4.6L Eng | API - SJ, SL or above, ILSAC GF-3 or above, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Borrego
2009 Kia Borrego factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.3 quarts (10.69 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water. The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2009 Kia Borrego take?
It depends on the engine: EX, 3.8 1, 4WD uses 5W-20; EX, 3.8 1, RWD uses 5W-20; EX, 4.6 2, 4WD uses 5W-20; EX, 4.6 2, RWD uses 5W-20; Limited, 4WD uses 5W-20; Limited, RWD uses 5W-20; LX, 3.8 1, 4WD uses 5W-20; LX, 3.8 1, RWD uses 5W-20; LX, 4.6 2 uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2009 Kia Borrego take?
Capacity depends on the engine: EX, 3.8 1, 4WD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; EX, 3.8 1, RWD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; EX, 4.6 2, 4WD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; EX, 4.6 2, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Limited, 4WD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Limited, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; LX, 3.8 1, 4WD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; LX, 3.8 1, RWD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; LX, 4.6 2 holds 7.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2009 Kia Borrego?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Kia Borrego. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.