2021 Kia Seltos Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Kia Seltos oil type depends on the engine: the EX takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the LX takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the S Turbo takes 5W-30 (4.23 quarts with filter); the S, AWD takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the S, FWD takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the SX Turbo takes 5W-30 (4.23 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- EX: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- LX: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- S Turbo: 5W-30, 4.23 quarts with filter
- S, AWD: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- S, FWD: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- SX Turbo: 5W-30, 4.23 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX — 2.0L Eng | API - Latest, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| LX — 2.0L Eng | API - Latest, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| S Turbo — 1.6L Eng | ACEA A5, SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| S, AWD — 2.0L Eng | API - Latest, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| S, FWD — 2.0L Eng | API - Latest, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| SX Turbo — 1.6L Eng | ACEA A5, SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Seltos
2021 Kia Seltos factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
5.7 quarts (5.39 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2021 Kia Seltos take?
It depends on the engine: EX uses 5W-20; LX uses 5W-20; S Turbo uses 5W-30; S, AWD uses 5W-20; S, FWD uses 5W-20; SX Turbo uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2021 Kia Seltos take?
Capacity depends on the engine: EX holds 4.23 quarts with filter; LX holds 4.23 quarts with filter; S Turbo holds 4.23 quarts with filter; S, AWD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; S, FWD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; SX Turbo holds 4.23 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Kia Seltos?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Kia Seltos. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.