Recommended lubricants and capacities

To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only correct lubricants. Correct lubricants also promote engine efficiency, which improves fuel economy. Use the following lubricants and fluids in your vehicle:

Lubricant

Volume

Classification

Engine oil

(drain and refill)

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

6.13 US qt.

(5.8 L)

Full synthetic SAE 0W-20, API SN PLUS/SP, or ILSAC GF-6

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

6.13 US qt.

(5.8 L)

Full synthetic SAE 0W-30, API SN PLUS/SP, or ILSAC GF-6

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid

Gear oil

3.49–3.59 US qt.

(3.3–3.4 L)

Kia Genuine oil (WET DCTF 75W or WET DCT FLUID)

Control oil

2.59–2.64 US qt.

(2.45–2.5 L)

Kia Genuine oil (WET DCT HYDRAULIC OIL or WET DCT HYDRAULIC CONTROL OIL)

Automatic transmission (AT) fluid 1

6.87 US qt.

(6.5 L)

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

Coolant 2

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

9.72 US qt.

(9.2 L)

Phosphate based ethylene glycol based coolant

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

8.88 US qt.

(8.4 L)

Brake fluid

As required

DOT 4

Rear differential oil (AWD)

0.56–0.66 US qt.

(0.53–0.63 L)

HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/85 (Recommended: SK HCT-5 GEAR OIL 75W85 or equivalent)

Transfer case oil (AWD)

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

0.65–0.72 US qt.

(0.62–0.68 L)

HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/85

(Recommended: SK HCT-5 GEAR OIL 75W/85 or equivalent)

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

0.51–0.55 US qt.

(0.48–0.52 L)

Fuel

17 US gal. (67 L)

Gasoline

Use only specified genuine automatic transmission fluid. Using a non-specified transmission fluid (even if marked as compatible with genuine) could result in shift quality deterioration, vibration, and transmission failure. Refer to Explanation of scheduled maintenance items.

Different types of coolant, or water, may damage electrical components.