2016 Kia Sedona Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Kia Sedona takes 5W-30 motor oil — 6.02 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 6.02 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 6.02 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). |
| L | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 6.02 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). |
| LX | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 6.02 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). |
| SX | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 6.02 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). |
| SXL | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 6.02 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). |
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More specs & repair guides for your Sedona
2016 Kia Sedona factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
12.15 quarts (11.49 L) — Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze base for aluminum radiators
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Kia Sedona take?
The 2016 Kia Sedona takes 5W-30 motor oil (ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2016 Kia Sedona take?
The 2016 Kia Sedona holds 6.02 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Kia Sedona?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Kia Sedona. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.