The oil filter location in a Kia Stinger depends on the engine. The two main setups are: the 2.0-liter turbo model, which uses a cartridge-style filter mounted on the side of the engine block, and the 3.3-liter twin-turbo, where the filter is mounted low at the front near the oil pan and accessible from underneath.
Engine options in the Stinger
The Stinger has been offered with two engines during its production run: a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four (2.0T) and a 3.3-liter twin-turbo V6 (3.3T). Each engine places the filter differently, which affects how you perform an oil change.
2.0-liter turbo (GDI)
Location: The oil filter is located in a cartridge-style housing mounted on the side of the engine block near the front. Access often requires removing the engine cover and, depending on trim, the front undertray to reach the housing from the top or side.
3.3-liter twin-turbo (V6)
Location: The filter sits low on the front of the engine, near the oil pan, and is typically accessed from beneath the vehicle after removing the underbody shield. Some models place the housing more recessed, requiring reach through the wheel well or from below.
Oil filter locations by engine
Use this quick-reference guide to verify the filter location before you begin a change. The exact layout can vary by model year and market, so always double-check with the manual for your VIN.
- 2.0-liter turbo (GDI): Side-mounted cartridge-style filter housing on the engine block near the front; access usually from above once the engine cover is removed (and sometimes undertray).
- 3.3-liter twin-turbo (V6): Low-front position near the oil pan; access from underneath after removing the front splash shield; may require reaching from the wheel well in some setups.
Regardless of the engine, ensure you have the correct filter type and gasket when performing a change, and follow Kia's service intervals for oil and filter replacement.
Summary
For the Kia Stinger, the oil filter's location is engine-dependent: side-mounted for the 2.0T and low-front near the oil pan for the 3.3T. Always confirm with the owner's manual or a factory service bulletin for your specific year and VIN, and take necessary safety precautions when working under a vehicle.