2014 Kia Forte Koup Oil Type & Capacity
The 2014 Kia Forte Koup takes 5W-20 motor oil — 4.23 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 4.23 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX, Automatic Trans | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, or above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | 4.23 QTS. | — | If the API service SM engine oil is not available, you may use API service SL. |
| EX, Standard Trans | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, or above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | 4.23 QTS. | — | If the API service SM engine oil is not available, you may use API service SL. |
| SX, Automatic Trans | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, or above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | 4.23 QTS. | — | If the API service SM engine oil is not available, you may use API service SL. |
| SX, Standard Trans | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, or above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | 4.23 QTS. | — | If the API service SM engine oil is not available, you may use API service SL. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Forte Koup
2014 Kia Forte Koup factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.23 quarts (5.89 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 2014 Kia Forte Koup take?
The 2014 Kia Forte Koup takes 5W-20 motor oil (API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, or above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2014 Kia Forte Koup take?
The 2014 Kia Forte Koup holds 4.23 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2014 Kia Forte Koup?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2014 Kia Forte Koup. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.