2018 Kia Stinger Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Kia Stinger oil type depends on the engine: the Base, AWD takes 0W-30 (6.02 quarts with filter); the Base, RWD takes 0W-30 (6.02 quarts with filter); the GT, AWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the GT, RWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the GT1, AWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the GT1, RWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the GT2, AWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the GT2, RWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the Premium, AWD takes 0W-30 (6.02 quarts with filter); the Premium, RWD takes 0W-30 (6.02 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, AWD: 0W-30, 6.02 quarts with filter
- Base, RWD: 0W-30, 6.02 quarts with filter
- GT, AWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- GT, RWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- GT1, AWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- GT1, RWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- GT2, AWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- GT2, RWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- Premium, AWD: 0W-30, 6.02 quarts with filter
- Premium, RWD: 0W-30, 6.02 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, AWD — 2.0L Eng | ACEA C2 or above. SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 | 6.02 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 0W-30 |
| Base, RWD — 2.0L Eng | ACEA C2 or above. SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 | 6.02 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 0W-30 |
| GT, AWD — 3.3L Eng | API SM/ILSAC GF-4 above. SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). |
| GT, RWD — 3.3L Eng | API SM/ILSAC GF-4 above. SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). |
| GT1, AWD — 3.3L Eng | API SM/ILSAC GF-4 above. SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). |
| GT1, RWD — 3.3L Eng | API SM/ILSAC GF-4 above. SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). |
| GT2, AWD — 3.3L Eng | API SM/ILSAC GF-4 above. SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). |
| GT2, RWD — 3.3L Eng | API SM/ILSAC GF-4 above. SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). |
| Premium, AWD — 2.0L Eng | ACEA C2 or above. SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 | 6.02 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 0W-30 |
| Premium, RWD — 2.0L Eng | ACEA C2 or above. SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 | 6.02 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 0W-30 |
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More specs & repair guides for your Stinger
2018 Kia Stinger factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.29 quarts (8.79 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and distilled water. The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Kia Stinger take?
It depends on the engine: Base, AWD uses 0W-30; Base, RWD uses 0W-30; GT, AWD uses 5W-30; GT, RWD uses 5W-30; GT1, AWD uses 5W-30; GT1, RWD uses 5W-30; GT2, AWD uses 5W-30; GT2, RWD uses 5W-30; Premium, AWD uses 0W-30; Premium, RWD uses 0W-30.
How much oil does a 2018 Kia Stinger take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, AWD holds 6.02 quarts with filter; Base, RWD holds 6.02 quarts with filter; GT, AWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; GT, RWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; GT1, AWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; GT1, RWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; GT2, AWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; GT2, RWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; Premium, AWD holds 6.02 quarts with filter; Premium, RWD holds 6.02 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Kia Stinger?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Kia Stinger. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.