2012 Kia Soul Oil Type & Capacity
The 2012 Kia Soul oil type depends on the engine: the ! takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the +, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the +, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the Base, Automatic takes 5W-20 (3.49 quarts with filter); the Base, Standard takes 5W-20 (3.49 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- !: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- +, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- +, Standard: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- Base, Automatic: 5W-20, 3.49 quarts with filter
- Base, Standard: 5W-20, 3.49 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ! — 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, Automatic — 1.6L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-20 | 3.49 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, Standard — 1.6L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-20 | 3.49 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Soul
2012 Kia Soul factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.76 quarts (6.39 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 2012 Kia Soul take?
It depends on the engine: ! uses 5W-20; +, Automatic uses 5W-20; +, Standard uses 5W-20; Base, Automatic uses 5W-20; Base, Standard uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2012 Kia Soul take?
Capacity depends on the engine: ! holds 4.23 quarts with filter; +, Automatic holds 4.23 quarts with filter; +, Standard holds 4.23 quarts with filter; Base, Automatic holds 3.49 quarts with filter; Base, Standard holds 3.49 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2012 Kia Soul?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2012 Kia Soul. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.