2021 Kia Telluride Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Kia Telluride takes 5W-30 motor oil — 6.87 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 6.87 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX, 4WD | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
| EX, FWD | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
| LX, 4WD | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
| LX, FWD | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
| S, 4WD | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
| S, FWD | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
| SX, 4WD | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
| SX, FWD | ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Telluride
2021 Kia Telluride factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
12.9 quarts (12.2 L) — Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water (Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2021 Kia Telluride take?
The 2021 Kia Telluride takes 5W-30 motor oil (ACEA A5 or above, SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2021 Kia Telluride take?
The 2021 Kia Telluride holds 6.87 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Kia Telluride?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Kia Telluride. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.