2023 Kia Sorento Oil Type & Capacity
The 2023 Kia Sorento oil type depends on the engine: the EX takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid EX, AWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid EX, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid SX Prestige takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts qt with filter); the LX, AWD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts qt with filter); the LX, FWD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts qt with filter); the Plug-In Hybrid SX Prestige takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts qt with filter); the S takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts qt with filter); the SX Prestige takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts qt with filter); the SX, AWD takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts qt with filter); the SX, FWD takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts qt with filter); the X-Line EX takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts qt with filter); the X-Line S takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts qt with filter); the X-Line SX Prestige takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- EX: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- Hybrid EX, AWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- Hybrid EX, FWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- Hybrid SX Prestige: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- LX, AWD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- LX, FWD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- Plug-In Hybrid SX Prestige: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- S: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SX Prestige: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SX, AWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SX, FWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- X-Line EX: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- X-Line S: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- X-Line SX Prestige: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-30, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 6.13 QTS. | — | — |
| Hybrid EX, AWD — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 5.07 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| Hybrid EX, FWD — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 5.07 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| Hybrid SX Prestige — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 5.07 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| LX, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 6.13 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 6.13 QTS. | — | — |
| Plug-In Hybrid SX Prestige — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 5.07 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| S — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 6.13 QTS. | — | — |
| SX Prestige — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-30, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 6.13 QTS. | — | — |
| SX, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-30, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 6.13 QTS. | — | — |
| SX, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-30, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 6.13 QTS. | — | — |
| X-Line EX — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-30, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 6.13 QTS. | — | — |
| X-Line S — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 6.13 QTS. | — | — |
| X-Line SX Prestige — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-30, API SN Plus/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 6.13 QTS. | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2023 Kia Sorento take?
It depends on the engine: EX uses 0W-30; Hybrid EX, AWD uses 0W-20; Hybrid EX, FWD uses 0W-20; Hybrid SX Prestige uses 0W-20; LX, AWD uses 0W-20; LX, FWD uses 0W-20; Plug-In Hybrid SX Prestige uses 0W-20; S uses 0W-20; SX Prestige uses 0W-30; SX, AWD uses 0W-30; SX, FWD uses 0W-30; X-Line EX uses 0W-30; X-Line S uses 0W-20; X-Line SX Prestige uses 0W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2023 Kia Sorento?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: EX holds 6.13 quarts with filter; Hybrid EX, AWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; Hybrid EX, FWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; Hybrid SX Prestige holds 5.07 quarts with filter; LX, AWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; LX, FWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; Plug-In Hybrid SX Prestige holds 5.07 quarts with filter; S holds 6.13 quarts with filter; SX Prestige holds 6.13 quarts with filter; SX, AWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; SX, FWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; X-Line EX holds 6.13 quarts with filter; X-Line S holds 6.13 quarts with filter; X-Line SX Prestige holds 6.13 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2023 Kia Sorento?
Most 2023 Kia Sorento owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Kia recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2023 Kia Sorento?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2023 Kia Sorento. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.