2004 Hyundai Tiburon Oil Type & Capacity
The 2004 Hyundai Tiburon oil type depends on the engine: the Base, Automatic takes 10W-30 (3.91 quarts qt with filter); the Base, Standard takes 10W-30 (3.91 quarts qt with filter); the GT, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.44 quarts qt with filter); the GT, Standard, M5GF1 takes 10W-30 (4.44 quarts qt with filter); the GT, Standard, MFA60 takes 10W-30 (4.44 quarts qt 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 - SH, SG or SG/CD Normal Climate: SAE 10W-30 10W-40, 10W-50 (Above -10Deg.F or -23oC) Hot Climate: SAE 20W-40, 20W-50 (Above 32Deg.F or 0oC) Cold Climate: SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC) | 3.91 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SH, SG or SG/CD Normal Climate: SAE 10W-30 10W-40, 10W-50 (Above -10Deg.F or -23oC) Hot Climate: SAE 20W-40, 20W-50 (Above 32Deg.F or 0oC) Cold Climate: SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC) | 3.91 QTS. | — | — |
| GT, Automatic — 2.7L Eng | API - SH, SG or SG/CD Normal Climate: SAE 10W-30 10W-40, 10W-50 (Above -10Deg.F or -23oC) Hot Climate: SAE 20W-40, 20W-50 (Above 32Deg.F or 0oC) Cold Climate: SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC) | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| GT, Standard, M5GF1 — 2.7L Eng | API - SH, SG or SG/CD Normal Climate: SAE 10W-30 10W-40, 10W-50 (Above -10Deg.F or -23oC) Hot Climate: SAE 20W-40, 20W-50 (Above 32Deg.F or 0oC) Cold Climate: SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC) | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| GT, Standard, MFA60 — 2.7L Eng | API - SH, SG or SG/CD Normal Climate: SAE 10W-30 10W-40, 10W-50 (Above -10Deg.F or -23oC) Hot Climate: SAE 20W-40, 20W-50 (Above 32Deg.F or 0oC) Cold Climate: SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 (Below 100Deg.F or 38oC) | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
7.71 quarts (7.29 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 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.
What is the oil capacity of a 2004 Hyundai Tiburon?
Oil 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.
How often should I change the oil in my 2004 Hyundai Tiburon?
Most 2004 Hyundai Tiburon owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Hyundai recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2004 Hyundai Tiburon?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.