If You want to know what type of oil to use on the 2000 Kia Sportage, then it iS-10W-30. The capacity of Your vehicle is a total of 4.4 quarts. The purpose of engine oil is not only to keep the motor lubricated but to prevents the interior parts from rusting as well. Not only does it provide those benefits but it also reduces friction and cleans the motor. Since it plays such an integral part in elongating the life of Your motor, it's important to take good care of it. Write down when You're supposed to get the oil changed or change it when You notice it get a little dark. Remember to check the level at least once a week as well.
John A.
January 2, 2020
The only engine available for the 2000 Kia Sportage the 2.0L inline-4 requires 4.4 quarts of 5W-20 (below -4 F) 5W-30 (below 32 F) 10W-30 (-25 F thru 29 F) 10W-40 or 10W-50 (above -13 F) 20W-20 (-9 thru 20) 20W-40 or 20W-50 (above 16 F) 30 weight (0 To 39) and 40 weight (above 84 F). (All temperatures are based on regional norms during the different parts of the season.)
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