2003 Hyundai Tiburon Oil Type & Capacity
The 2003 Hyundai Tiburon oil type depends on the engine: the Base, Automatic takes 10W-30 (3.91 quarts with filter); the Base, Standard takes 10W-30 (3.91 quarts with filter); the GT, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.44 quarts with filter); the GT, Standard, M5GF1 takes 10W-30 (4.44 quarts with filter); the GT, Standard, MFA60 takes 10W-30 (4.44 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, Automatic: 10W-30, 3.91 quarts with filter
- Base, Standard: 10W-30, 3.91 quarts with filter
- GT, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.44 quarts with filter
- GT, Standard, M5GF1: 10W-30, 4.44 quarts with filter
- GT, Standard, MFA60: 10W-30, 4.44 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30,10W-40 or 10W-50 | 3.91 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30,10W-40 or 10W-50 | 3.91 QTS. | — | — |
| GT, Automatic — 2.7L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30,10W-40 or 10W-50 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| GT, Standard, M5GF1 — 2.7L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30,10W-40 or 10W-50 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| GT, Standard, MFA60 — 2.7L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30,10W-40 or 10W-50 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Tiburon
2003 Hyundai Tiburon factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.9 quarts (7.47 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 2003 Hyundai Tiburon take?
It depends on the engine: Base, Automatic uses 10W-30; Base, Standard uses 10W-30; GT, Automatic uses 10W-30; GT, Standard, M5GF1 uses 10W-30; GT, Standard, MFA60 uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 2003 Hyundai Tiburon take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, Automatic holds 3.91 quarts with filter; Base, Standard holds 3.91 quarts with filter; GT, Automatic holds 4.44 quarts with filter; GT, Standard, M5GF1 holds 4.44 quarts with filter; GT, Standard, MFA60 holds 4.44 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2003 Hyundai Tiburon?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.