Quick answer: the 2020–2025 Kia Soul 2.0L takes 4.23 US qt (4.0 L) of oil at an oil change. Kia specifies full synthetic SAE 0W-20. The 1.6L Turbo (GT-Line Turbo, through 2022) takes the same 4.23 qt of full synthetic 5W-30.
| Engine | Oil capacity (drain and refill) | Oil type |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cylinder (MPI) | 4.23 US qt (4.0 L) | Full synthetic 0W-20 (API SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6) |
| 1.6L Turbo GDI (through 2022) | 4.23 US qt (4.0 L) | Full synthetic 5W-30 (ACEA A5/B5) |
Same quantity, different oil. The 2.0L uses 0W-20; the 1.6 Turbo uses 5W-30.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | 2.0L | 1.6L Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4.23 US qt (4.0 L) | 4.23 US qt (4.0 L) |
| 2025 | 4.23 US qt (4.0 L) | — |
We read the “Recommended lubricants and capacities” tables of the 2022 and 2025 manuals.
Recommended oil type
2.0L: full synthetic SAE 0W-20, API SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6.
1.6L Turbo: full synthetic SAE 5W-30, ACEA A5/B5.
How to reset the oil change reminder on the 2020–2025 Kia Soul
See also: Oil life reset by brand.
Kia handles the oil reminder through the Service Interval item in the instrument cluster’s User Settings. There you can turn the reminder on or off and set the interval in miles and months; newer manuals also add a Reset option. Use it after each oil change so the next reminder counts from the right point.
Oil change tips
- One 5-quart jug is plenty.
- Kia lists a “drain and refill” volume. After refilling, run the engine briefly, turn it off, wait a few minutes and check that the level is between the F and L marks on the dipstick before adding more.
Sources and how we checked
All capacities and oil grades on this page come from Kia’s owner’s manuals for the U.S. market, published on Kia’s official owner’s manual site (section “Recommended lubricants and capacities”):
If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.
Last checked: October 26, 2026.
FAQ
How much oil does a 2020–2025 Kia Soul take?
4.23 US quarts (4.0 L) at an oil change.
What oil does a 2020–2025 Soul use?
Full synthetic SAE 0W-20 for the 2.0L; full synthetic 5W-30 for the 1.6L Turbo.
Can I use 5W-20 in a 2020+ Soul?
The manuals list 0W-20 for the 2.0L. Follow your manual.
Does the Soul need synthetic oil?
Yes, the 2022 and 2025 manuals specify full synthetic oil.
How do I reset the oil light on a 2020–2025 Soul?
In User Settings, open Service Interval and reset it after the oil change.
Older Soul? See the 2014–2019 Kia Soul oil type and capacity.