1996 Hyundai Accent Oil Type & Capacity
The 1996 Hyundai Accent takes 20W-40 motor oil — 3.47 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
20W-40 — 3.47 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic | API - SAE 20W-40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 3.47 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Hatchback, Standard | API - SAE 20W-40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 3.47 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic | API - SAE 20W-40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 3.47 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Sedan, Standard | API - SAE 20W-40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 3.47 QTS. | — | — |
| GT, Automatic | API - SAE 20W-40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 3.47 QTS. | — | — |
| GT, Standard | API - SAE 20W-40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 3.47 QTS. | — | — |
| L, Automatic | API - SAE 20W-40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 3.47 QTS. | — | — |
| L, Standard | API - SAE 20W-40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 3.47 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Accent
1996 Hyundai Accent factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
5.7 quarts (5.39 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water. The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1996 Hyundai Accent take?
The 1996 Hyundai Accent takes 20W-40 motor oil (API - SAE 20W-40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1996 Hyundai Accent take?
The 1996 Hyundai Accent holds 3.47 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1996 Hyundai Accent?
Yes. 20W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1996 Hyundai Accent. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.