Hyundai Elantra Oil Type & Capacity
The Hyundai Elantra takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.2-4.8 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2011-2017 models take 4.2 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-2026 | 5W-30 | 4.2-4.8 qt |
| 2011-2017 | 5W-30 | 4.2 qt |
| 2007-2010 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.2 qt |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources.
Every Elantra year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Hyundai Elantra take?
The Hyundai Elantra takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.2-4.8 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2011-2017 models take 4.2 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Hyundai Elantra take?
About 4.2-4.8 qt with a filter change on 2018-2026 models, and 4.2 qt on 2011-2017 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Hyundai Elantra?
Yes. We record 3 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2026: 5W-30; 2011-2017: 5W-30; 2007-2010: 0W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.