2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Oil Type & Capacity
The 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.86 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 4.86 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0T, AWD | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. ACEA A5 (or Above). For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use SAE 5W-30. SAE10W-30 Above 0Deg. F (-18Deg C) | 4.86 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
| 2.0T, FWD | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. ACEA A5 (or Above). For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use SAE 5W-30. SAE10W-30 Above 0Deg. F (-18Deg C) | 4.86 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
| Base, AWD | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. ACEA A5 (or Above). For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use SAE 5W-30. SAE10W-30 Above 0Deg. F (-18Deg C) | 4.86 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
| Base, FWD | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. ACEA A5 (or Above). For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use SAE 5W-30. SAE10W-30 Above 0Deg. F (-18Deg C) | 4.86 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Santa Fe Sport
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.24 quarts (9.69 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and distilled water. The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport take?
The 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. ACEA A5 (or Above). For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use SAE 5W-30. SAE10W-30 Above 0Deg. F (-18Deg C)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport take?
The 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport holds 4.86 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.