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Recommended lubricants and capacities

To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality.

The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.

These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.

Lubricant

Volume (L)

Classification

Engine oil*1(drain and refill)

Recommends

Smartstream G3.5 GDi

6.1

Except Middle East, India, Libya, Algeria, Iran, Morocco, Sudan, Tunisia, Egypt

SAE 0W-20, API SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6*2

For Middle East, India, Libya, Algeria, Iran, Morocco, Sudan, Tunisia, Egypt

SAE 5W-30, ACEA A5/B5*2

Automatic transmission (AT) fluid*3

7.0

SK ATF SP4M-1, MICHANG ATF SP4M-1, S-OIL ATF SP4M-1, Kia Genuine ATF SP4M-1

Coolant

9.0

An Phosphate based ethylene glycol based coolant

Brake fluid

As required

DOT 4

Fuel

60

Gasoline

*1. Refer to More Details.

*2. Requires <API SN PLUS (or above) or ACEA A5/B5 Full synthetic> grade engine oil. If a lower grade engine oil (mineral oil including Semi-synthetic) is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must be replaced as indicated severe maintenance condition.

*3. To maintain your vehicle’s best performance, use Kia genuine oil or those of an equivalent standard oil.