2005 Hyundai Santa Fe Oil Type & Capacity
The 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe oil type depends on the engine: the GLS, 2.7 D, AWD takes 5W-20 (4.76 quarts with filter); the GLS, 2.7 D, FWD takes 5W-20 (4.76 quarts with filter); the GLS, 3.5 E, AWD takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts with filter); the GLS, 3.5 E, FWD takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts with filter); the LX, AWD takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts with filter); the LX, FWD takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- GLS, 2.7 D, AWD: 5W-20, 4.76 quarts with filter
- GLS, 2.7 D, FWD: 5W-20, 4.76 quarts with filter
- GLS, 3.5 E, AWD: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
- GLS, 3.5 E, FWD: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
- LX, AWD: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
- LX, FWD: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLS, 2.7 D, AWD — 2.7L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.76 QTS. | 4.44 QTS. | — |
| GLS, 2.7 D, FWD — 2.7L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.76 QTS. | 4.44 QTS. | — |
| GLS, 3.5 E, AWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.54 QTS. | 4.23 QTS. | — |
| GLS, 3.5 E, FWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.54 QTS. | 4.23 QTS. | — |
| LX, AWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.54 QTS. | 4.23 QTS. | — |
| LX, FWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.54 QTS. | 4.23 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Santa Fe
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.4 quarts (7 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 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe take?
It depends on the engine: GLS, 2.7 D, AWD uses 5W-20; GLS, 2.7 D, FWD uses 5W-20; GLS, 3.5 E, AWD uses 5W-20; GLS, 3.5 E, FWD uses 5W-20; LX, AWD uses 5W-20; LX, FWD uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe take?
Capacity depends on the engine: GLS, 2.7 D, AWD holds 4.76 quarts with filter; GLS, 2.7 D, FWD holds 4.76 quarts with filter; GLS, 3.5 E, AWD holds 4.54 quarts with filter; GLS, 3.5 E, FWD holds 4.54 quarts with filter; LX, AWD holds 4.54 quarts with filter; LX, FWD holds 4.54 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.