2025 Kia Seltos Oil Type & Capacity
The 2025 Kia Seltos oil type depends on the engine: the EX, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the EX, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the LX takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the S, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the S, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the SX takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter); the X-Line takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- EX, AWD: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- EX, FWD: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- LX: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- S, AWD: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- S, FWD: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- SX: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- X-Line: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX, AWD — 2.0L Eng | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, FWD — 2.0L Eng | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| LX — 2.0L Eng | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| S, AWD — 2.0L Eng | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| S, FWD — 2.0L Eng | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 4.23 QTS. | — | — |
| SX — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 5.07 QTS. | — | — |
| X-Line — 1.6L Eng | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 5.07 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Seltos
2025 Kia Seltos factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.34 quarts (5.99 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2025 Kia Seltos take?
It depends on the engine: EX, AWD uses 0W-20; EX, FWD uses 0W-20; LX uses 0W-20; S, AWD uses 0W-20; S, FWD uses 0W-20; SX uses 0W-20; X-Line uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2025 Kia Seltos take?
Capacity depends on the engine: EX, AWD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; EX, FWD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; LX holds 4.23 quarts with filter; S, AWD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; S, FWD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; SX holds 5.07 quarts with filter; X-Line holds 5.07 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2025 Kia Seltos?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2025 Kia Seltos. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.