2018 Hyundai Kona Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Hyundai Kona oil type depends on the engine: the Limited, 4WD takes 5W-30 (4.76 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, FWD takes 5W-30 (4.76 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 4WD takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts qt with filter); the SE, FWD takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts qt with filter); the SEL, 4WD takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts qt with filter); the SEL, FWD takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts qt with filter); the Ultimate, 4WD takes 5W-30 (4.76 quarts qt with filter); the Ultimate, FWD takes 5W-30 (4.76 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Limited, 4WD: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- Limited, FWD: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- SE, 4WD: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- SE, FWD: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- SEL, 4WD: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- SEL, FWD: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- Ultimate, 4WD: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- Ultimate, FWD: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limited, 4WD — 1.6L Eng | ACEA A5/B5. SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 | 4.76 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available, you may use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). |
| Limited, FWD — 1.6L Eng | ACEA A5/B5. SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 | 4.76 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available, you may use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). |
| SE, 4WD — 2.0L Eng | API - SM and ILSAC GF-4 or above. ACEA A5/B5. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | 4.23 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). If the API service SM engine oil is not available, you may use API service SL. If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
| SE, FWD — 2.0L Eng | API - SM and ILSAC GF-4 or above. ACEA A5/B5. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | 4.23 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). If the API service SM engine oil is not available, you may use API service SL. If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
| SEL, 4WD — 2.0L Eng | API - SM and ILSAC GF-4 or above. ACEA A5/B5. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | 4.23 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). If the API service SM engine oil is not available, you may use API service SL. If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
| SEL, FWD — 2.0L Eng | API - SM and ILSAC GF-4 or above. ACEA A5/B5. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | 4.23 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). If the API service SM engine oil is not available, you may use API service SL. If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not availalble, you are able to use API SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3. |
| Ultimate, 4WD — 1.6L Eng | ACEA A5/B5. SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 | 4.76 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available, you may use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). |
| Ultimate, FWD — 1.6L Eng | ACEA A5/B5. SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 | 4.76 QTS. | — | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available, you may use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). |
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Coolant capacity
7.5 quarts (7.09 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 2018 Hyundai Kona take?
It depends on the engine: Limited, 4WD uses 5W-30; Limited, FWD uses 5W-30; SE, 4WD uses 5W-20; SE, FWD uses 5W-20; SEL, 4WD uses 5W-20; SEL, FWD uses 5W-20; Ultimate, 4WD uses 5W-30; Ultimate, FWD uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2018 Hyundai Kona?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Limited, 4WD holds 4.76 quarts with filter; Limited, FWD holds 4.76 quarts with filter; SE, 4WD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; SE, FWD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; SEL, 4WD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; SEL, FWD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; Ultimate, 4WD holds 4.76 quarts with filter; Ultimate, FWD holds 4.76 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2018 Hyundai Kona?
Most 2018 Hyundai Kona 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 2018 Hyundai Kona?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Hyundai Kona. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.