2008 Hyundai Accent Oil Type & Capacity
The 2008 Hyundai Accent takes 5W-20 motor oil — 3.49 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 3.49 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLS, Automatic | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 3.49 QTS. | 3.16 QTS. | — |
| GLS, Standard | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 3.49 QTS. | 3.16 QTS. | — |
| GS, Automatic | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 3.49 QTS. | 3.16 QTS. | — |
| GS, Standard | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 3.49 QTS. | 3.16 QTS. | — |
| SE, Automatic | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 3.49 QTS. | 3.16 QTS. | — |
| SE, Standard | API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 3.49 QTS. | 3.16 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Accent
2008 Hyundai Accent factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
5.6 quarts (5.29 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 2008 Hyundai Accent take?
The 2008 Hyundai Accent takes 5W-20 motor oil (API - SJ, SL or Above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2008 Hyundai Accent take?
The 2008 Hyundai Accent holds 3.49 quarts with a filter change, or 3.16 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2008 Hyundai Accent?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2008 Hyundai Accent. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.