2004 Hyundai Elantra Oil Type & Capacity
The 2004 Hyundai Elantra takes 10W-30 motor oil — 4.07 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
10W-30 — 4.07 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLS, Automatic | API - SAE 10W-30 10W-40 (Above -10Deg.F or 23oC), SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC) | 4.07 QTS. | 3.75 QTS. | — |
| GLS, Standard | API - SAE 10W-30 10W-40 (Above -10Deg.F or 23oC), SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC) | 4.07 QTS. | 3.75 QTS. | — |
| GT, 4D Hatchback, Automatic | API - SAE 10W-30 10W-40 (Above -10Deg.F or 23oC), SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC) | 4.07 QTS. | 3.75 QTS. | — |
| GT, 4D Hatchback, Standard | API - SAE 10W-30 10W-40 (Above -10Deg.F or 23oC), SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC) | 4.07 QTS. | 3.75 QTS. | — |
| GT, 4D Sedan, Automatic | API - SAE 10W-30 10W-40 (Above -10Deg.F or 23oC), SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC) | 4.07 QTS. | 3.75 QTS. | — |
| GT, 4D Sedan, Standard | API - SAE 10W-30 10W-40 (Above -10Deg.F or 23oC), SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC) | 4.07 QTS. | 3.75 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Elantra
2004 Hyundai Elantra factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.4 quarts (6.05 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 2004 Hyundai Elantra take?
The 2004 Hyundai Elantra takes 10W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 10W-30 10W-40 (Above -10Deg.F or 23oC), SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2004 Hyundai Elantra take?
The 2004 Hyundai Elantra holds 4.07 quarts with a filter change, or 3.75 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2004 Hyundai Elantra?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2004 Hyundai Elantra. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.