2001 Hyundai Sonata Oil Type & Capacity
The 2001 Hyundai Sonata oil type depends on the engine: the Base, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the Base, Standard takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the GLS, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.77 quarts with filter); the GLS, Standard takes 10W-30 (4.77 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Base, Standard: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- GLS, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.77 quarts with filter
- GLS, Standard: 10W-30, 4.77 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Automatic — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30,10W-40 or 10W-50 | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| Base, Standard — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30,10W-40 or 10W-50 | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| GLS, Automatic — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30,10W-40 or 10W-50 | 4.77 QTS. | 4.45 QTS. | — |
| GLS, Standard — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30,10W-40 or 10W-50 | 4.77 QTS. | 4.45 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Sonata
2001 Hyundai Sonata factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.7 quarts (7.28 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 2001 Hyundai Sonata take?
It depends on the engine: Base, Automatic uses 10W-30; Base, Standard uses 10W-30; GLS, Automatic uses 10W-30; GLS, Standard uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 2001 Hyundai Sonata take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, Automatic holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Base, Standard holds 4.5 quarts with filter; GLS, Automatic holds 4.77 quarts with filter; GLS, Standard holds 4.77 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2001 Hyundai Sonata?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2001 Hyundai Sonata. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.