Oil & fluid capacities

Kia Rio IV (YB)2017 – 20232 engines
2 sources citedLast reviewed 2026-11-08
Engine oil capacity — by engine (with filter)
1.0 T-GDI3.8 US qt · 3.6 L · 0W-20
G4LF3.6 US qt · 3.4 L · 0W-20
Coolant (range)5.7–6.2 US qt · 5.4–5.9 L

Per-engine engine-oil and coolant capacities for the Kia Rio IV (YB) (2017 – 2023), read from the manufacturer's owner's manual and cited per value. Oil figures are the service-refill quantity with a new filter; where the generation offers more than one engine the figures differ — match the row to your engine. Fill quantities differ by procedure: a drain-and-fill is usually less than a dry (overhaul) fill — confirm the method in the manual before topping up.

Per-engine fluids 2 engines

EngineEngine oil (with filter)Oil viscosityOil spec / standardCoolant
1.0 T-GDI3.8 US qt · 3.6 L[1]OEM workshop data0W-20[1]OEM workshop dataAPI SP / ILSAC GF-6[1]OEM workshop data6.2 US qt · 5.9 L[1]OEM workshop data
G4LF3.6 US qt · 3.4 L[2]OEM workshop data0W-20[2]OEM workshop dataAPI SP / ILSAC GF-6[2]OEM workshop data5.7 US qt · 5.4 L[2]OEM workshop data

Other fluids & capacities 6

FluidSpec / viscosity
A/C refrigerant[1]R1234yf
A/C refrigerant[2]R1234yf
Brake fluid[2]DOT 4 / DOT 4 LV
Brake fluid[1]DOT 4 / DOT 4 LV
Transmission fluid[2]—
Transmission fluid[1]—

From the manufacturer's workshop / owner documentation for this generation. Gen-wide figures — some values can vary by trim or model year. Fill quantities differ by procedure: a transmission or axle “service” drain-and-fill is often far less than the dry capacity — always confirm the exact fill method in the manual before filling.

Drain & wheel torque 1

Oil drain plug torque[2]32 lb-ft · 44 N·m

Related verified specs

Cylinders3
Engine capacity998 cm3
Engine code1.0 T-GDI (Kappa G3LC / Smartstream G3LF)
Fuelpetrol
Maximum power73.5 kW

Full specifications, dimensions and all engines → Kia Rio IV (YB) overview

Frequently asked

What is the engine oil capacity of the Kia Rio IV (YB) (2017 – 2023)?
Engine oil capacity with a new filter is 3.6 US qt · 3.4 L and differs by engine — match the row in the per-engine table above to your engine code. This is the service-refill quantity, not the dry/overhaul fill; add most of it, then top up to the dipstick mark and use the viscosity grade listed above. Verified from the manufacturer's documentation and cited.
What is the coolant capacity of the Kia Rio IV (YB)?
The total cooling-system capacity (including the heater core and expansion tank) is 6.2 US qt · 5.9 L, varying by engine. A routine drain-and-fill replaces less than the full system, so bleed the air and re-check the level warm. Use the coolant type specified for this vehicle — mixing incompatible coolants reduces corrosion protection. Verified from the manufacturer's documentation.

Sources

  1. OEM workshop data — Kia Rio (YB) 1.0 T-GDIVendor-compiled workshop data (from manufacturer service data)Workshop service data, Kia Rio IV (YB) 1.0 T-GDI Smartstream (G3LF, MY2020+ facelift): engine oil 0W-20 API SP, sump incl. filter 3.6 L; oil-drain plug 34.3-44.1 Nm (renew gasket); coolant LLC-A110 5.9 L; brake DOT 4 / DOT 4 LV 0.7-0.8 L; transmission 7-DCT (D7GF1-2) 1.6-1.7 L or 6-speed (M6CF1e) 1.5-1.6 L, SAE 70W GL-4; A/C R1234yf (or R134a) 450 g, PAG 30 compressor oil.Retrieved 2026-11-08
  2. OEM workshop data — Kia Rio (YB) 1.2 MPiVendor-compiled workshop data (from manufacturer service data)Workshop service data, Kia Rio IV (YB) 1.2 MPi (G4LF Smartstream): engine oil 0W-20 API SP, sump incl. filter 3.4 L; oil-drain 34.3-44.1 Nm (renew gasket); coolant LLC-A110 5.4 L; brake DOT 4 / DOT 4 LV 0.7-0.8 L; 5-speed manual (M5EF2) SAE 70W GL-4 1.5-1.6 L; A/C R1234yf (or R134a) 450 g, PAG 30.Retrieved 2026-11-08