2022 Kia K5 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2022 Kia K5 oil type depends on the engine: the EX takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter); the GT takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts with filter); the GT-Line, AWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter); the GT-Line, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter); the LX takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter); the LXS, AWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter); the LXS, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- EX: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- GT: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- GT-Line, AWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- GT-Line, FWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- LX: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- LXS, AWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- LXS, FWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 QTS. | — | — |
| GT — 2.5L Eng | Full Synthetic API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-30 | 6.13 QTS. | — | — |
| GT-Line, AWD — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 QTS. | — | — |
| GT-Line, FWD — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 QTS. | — | — |
| LX — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 QTS. | — | — |
| LXS, AWD — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 QTS. | — | — |
| LXS, FWD — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your K5
2022 Kia K5 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.45 quarts (7.99 L) — Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene-glycol with phosphate-based coolant for cooling device.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2022 Kia K5 take?
It depends on the engine: EX uses 0W-20; GT uses 0W-30; GT-Line, AWD uses 0W-20; GT-Line, FWD uses 0W-20; LX uses 0W-20; LXS, AWD uses 0W-20; LXS, FWD uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2022 Kia K5 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: EX holds 5.07 quarts with filter; GT holds 6.13 quarts with filter; GT-Line, AWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; GT-Line, FWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; LX holds 5.07 quarts with filter; LXS, AWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; LXS, FWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2022 Kia K5?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2022 Kia K5. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.