2021 Kia Soul Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Kia Soul oil type depends on the engine: the EX takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the GT Line takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the LX, Automatic CVT Trans takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the LX, Standard Trans takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the S takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the Turbo takes 5W-20 (4.75 quarts with filter); the X Line takes 5W-20 (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
- GT Line: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- LX, Automatic CVT Trans: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- LX, Standard Trans: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- S: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- Turbo: 5W-20, 4.75 quarts with filter
- X Line: 5W-20, 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 - Latesst, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| GT Line — 2.0L Eng | API - Latesst, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, Automatic CVT Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - Latesst, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - Latesst, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| S — 2.0L Eng | API - Latesst, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| Turbo — 1.6L Eng | ACEA A5, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | 4.75 QTS. | — | — |
| X Line — 2.0L Eng | API - Latesst, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Soul
2021 Kia Soul factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
5.8 quarts (5.48 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 2021 Kia Soul take?
It depends on the engine: EX uses 5W-20; GT Line uses 5W-20; LX, Automatic CVT Trans uses 5W-20; LX, Standard Trans uses 5W-20; S uses 5W-20; Turbo uses 5W-20; X Line uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2021 Kia Soul take?
Capacity depends on the engine: EX holds 4.23 quarts with filter; GT Line holds 4.23 quarts with filter; LX, Automatic CVT Trans holds 4.23 quarts with filter; LX, Standard Trans holds 4.23 quarts with filter; S holds 4.23 quarts with filter; Turbo holds 4.75 quarts with filter; X Line holds 4.23 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Kia Soul?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Kia Soul. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.