Checked oil specs by engine
2010 Kia Optima oil capacity, type & filter
The 2010 Kia Optima takes 4.8 qt of 5W-20 (2.4L 4-Cyl) and 5 qt of 5W-20 (2.7L V6) and 4.9 qt of 5W-30 (2.0L). Select your engine below before buying.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-Cyl | 4.8 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2.7L V6 | 5 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2.0L | 4.9 qt | 5W-30 | — |
Match one of 3 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.
AMSOIL EA15K20 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
AMSOIL EA15K13 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.
Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.
2010 Kia Optima oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
Check the door jamb sticker, owner's manual, or displacement badge on the engine cover. Match it to the engine options listed above before buying oil or a filter.
All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.
With filter means the volume includes a new filter. Service fill is the typical drain-and-fill amount. Dry fill is for a fresh empty engine only.
Filter fitment has not been fully verified for every engine listed. Confirm the part number with the retailer before ordering.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2010 Kia Optima
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.
5 checked source rows for the 2010 Kia Optima.
Before ordering for this 2010 Kia Optima
- Capacity
- 4.8 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 5W-20
- Interval
- 7,500 mi / 12 mo
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K20
- Capacity
- 5 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-20
- Interval
- 7,500 mi / 12 mo
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K13
- Capacity
- 4.9 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Interval
- 5,000 mi / 6 mo
- Filter
- Unverified
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-24 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Kia Optima oil specs by year
This table includes checked Kia Optima model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 4.8 qt (multiple engines) | 10W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2019 | 4.8 qt (multiple engines) | 10W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2018 | 4.8 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2017 | 4.3 qt (multiple engines) | 10W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2016 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 10W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2015 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2014 | 5.3 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2013 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2012 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2011 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2010 Current page | 4.8 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2009 | 4.5 qt (multiple engines) | 10W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2008 | 4.5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2007 | 4.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2006 | 4.5 qt (multiple engines) | 10W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
How we verified 2010 Kia Optima oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-24.
This page checked 5 sources for the 2010 Kia Optima. The table lists which checked source contributed capacity, oil type, or filter evidence.
We checked leading oil brands and aftermarket filter catalogs so you don't have to.
- Confidence
- Cross-check pending
- Sources checked
- 5
- Last checked
- 2026-06-24
- Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
- Change interval: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Filter | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| Pennzoil OATS | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-24 | Checked source |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
2010 Kia Optima maintenance checklist
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Where to buy
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Search 2010 Kia Optima oil & filter →AutoZone
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Search 2010 Kia Optima oil & filter →Amazon
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