2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Oil Type & Capacity
The 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe oil type depends on the engine: the GLS, AWD takes 5W-20 (4.75 quarts with filter); the GLS, FWD, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.75 quarts with filter); the GLS, FWD, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.75 quarts with filter); the Limited, AWD takes 5W-20 (5.49 quarts with filter); the Limited, FWD takes 5W-20 (5.49 quarts with filter); the SE, AWD takes 5W-20 (5.49 quarts with filter); the SE, FWD takes 5W-20 (5.49 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- GLS, AWD: 5W-20, 4.75 quarts with filter
- GLS, FWD, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.75 quarts with filter
- GLS, FWD, Standard: 5W-20, 4.75 quarts with filter
- Limited, AWD: 5W-20, 5.49 quarts with filter
- Limited, FWD: 5W-20, 5.49 quarts with filter
- SE, AWD: 5W-20, 5.49 quarts with filter
- SE, FWD: 5W-20, 5.49 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLS, AWD — 2.7L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, ILSAC GF-3 or Above. For good fuel economy, SAE 5W-20 (5W-30), ILSAC GF-3 engine oil is preferred. | 4.75 QTS. | — | — |
| GLS, FWD, Automatic — 2.7L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, ILSAC GF-3 or Above. For good fuel economy, SAE 5W-20 (5W-30), ILSAC GF-3 engine oil is preferred. | 4.75 QTS. | — | — |
| GLS, FWD, Standard — 2.7L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, ILSAC GF-3 or Above. For good fuel economy, SAE 5W-20 (5W-30), ILSAC GF-3 engine oil is preferred. | 4.75 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, AWD — 3.3L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, ILSAC GF-3 or Above. For good fuel economy, SAE 5W-20 (5W-30), ILSAC GF-3 engine oil is preferred. | 5.49 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, FWD — 3.3L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, ILSAC GF-3 or Above. For good fuel economy, SAE 5W-20 (5W-30), ILSAC GF-3 engine oil is preferred. | 5.49 QTS. | — | — |
| SE, AWD — 3.3L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, ILSAC GF-3 or Above. For good fuel economy, SAE 5W-20 (5W-30), ILSAC GF-3 engine oil is preferred. | 5.49 QTS. | — | — |
| SE, FWD — 3.3L Eng | API - SJ, SL or Above, ILSAC GF-3 or Above. For good fuel economy, SAE 5W-20 (5W-30), ILSAC GF-3 engine oil is preferred. | 5.49 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Santa Fe
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.39 quarts (6.99 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 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe take?
It depends on the engine: GLS, AWD uses 5W-20; GLS, FWD, Automatic uses 5W-20; GLS, FWD, Standard uses 5W-20; Limited, AWD uses 5W-20; Limited, FWD uses 5W-20; SE, AWD uses 5W-20; SE, FWD uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe take?
Capacity depends on the engine: GLS, AWD holds 4.75 quarts with filter; GLS, FWD, Automatic holds 4.75 quarts with filter; GLS, FWD, Standard holds 4.75 quarts with filter; Limited, AWD holds 5.49 quarts with filter; Limited, FWD holds 5.49 quarts with filter; SE, AWD holds 5.49 quarts with filter; SE, FWD holds 5.49 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.