2011 Kia Soul Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Kia Soul oil type depends on the engine: the !, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts qt with filter); the !, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts qt with filter); the +, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts qt with filter); the +, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts qt with filter); the Base takes 5W-20 (3.49 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- !, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- !, Standard: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- +, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- +, Standard: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- Base: 5W-20, 3.49 quarts with filter
- Sport, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- Sport, Standard: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| !, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| !, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| +, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| +, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| Base — 1.6L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-20 | 3.49 QTS. | — | — |
| Sport, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| Sport, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
7.61 quarts (7.2 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 2011 Kia Soul take?
It depends on the engine: !, Automatic uses 5W-20; !, Standard uses 5W-20; +, Automatic uses 5W-20; +, Standard uses 5W-20; Base uses 5W-20; Sport, Automatic uses 5W-20; Sport, Standard uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2011 Kia Soul?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: !, Automatic holds 4.23 quarts with filter; !, Standard holds 4.23 quarts with filter; +, Automatic holds 4.23 quarts with filter; +, Standard holds 4.23 quarts with filter; Base holds 3.49 quarts with filter; Sport, Automatic holds 4.23 quarts with filter; Sport, Standard holds 4.23 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2011 Kia Soul?
Most 2011 Kia Soul owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Kia recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2011 Kia Soul?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2011 Kia Soul. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.