Hyundai Santa Cruz Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Hyundai Santa Cruz takes 0W-30 engine oil, about 6.1 qt with a filter change, on 2026-2027 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2022-2025 models use 0W-20 or 0W-30 (6.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-2027 | 0W-30 | 6.1 qt | Shop 0W-30 |
| 2022-2025 | 0W-20 / 0W-30 | 6.1 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 0W-30 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Hyundai Santa Cruz take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Hyundai Santa Cruz takes 0W-30 engine oil, about 6.1 qt with a filter change, on 2026-2027 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2022-2025 models use 0W-20 or 0W-30 (6.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Hyundai Santa Cruz take?
About 6.1 qt with a filter change on 2026-2027 models, and 6.1 qt on 2022-2025 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 Santa Cruz?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2026-2027: 0W-30; 2022-2025: 0W-20/0W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.