Hyundai Sonata Oil Type & Capacity
The Hyundai Sonata takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.3-5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2011-2015 models take 4.2-5.3 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-2026 | 5W-30 | 4.3-5.1 qt |
| 2011-2015 | 5W-30 | 4.2-5.3 qt |
| 2005-2010 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.3-6 qt |
| 1999-2004 | 5W-30 | 4.4-4.8 qt |
| 1994-1998 | 5W-30 | 3.5-3.9 qt |
| 1988-1993 | 5W-30 | 3.5-4.2 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 Sonata year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Hyundai Sonata take?
The Hyundai Sonata takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.3-5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2011-2015 models take 4.2-5.3 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Hyundai Sonata take?
About 4.3-5.1 qt with a filter change on 2016-2026 models, and 4.2-5.3 qt on 2011-2015 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 Sonata?
Yes. We record 6 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2016-2026: 5W-30; 2011-2015: 5W-30; 2005-2010: 0W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.