2018 Hyundai Tucson Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Hyundai Tucson 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 Plus, 4WD takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts qt with filter); the SEL Plus, 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 Sport, 4WD takes 5W-20 (5.07 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, FWD takes 5W-20 (5.07 quarts qt with filter); the Value, 4WD takes 5W-30 (4.76 quarts qt with filter); the Value, 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 Plus, 4WD: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- SEL Plus, 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
- Sport, 4WD: 5W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- Sport, FWD: 5W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- Value, 4WD: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- Value, 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 | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-30, 5W-40, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.76 QTS. | — | 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 | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-30, 5W-40, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.76 QTS. | — | 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, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.23 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
| SE, FWD — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.23 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
| SEL Plus, 4WD — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.23 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
| SEL Plus, FWD — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.23 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
| SEL, 4WD — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.23 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
| SEL, FWD — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.23 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
| Sport, 4WD — 2.4L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 5.07 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
| Sport, FWD — 2.4L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 5.07 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). Hyundai recommends Quaker State. |
| Value, 4WD — 1.6L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-30, 5W-40, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.76 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available, you may use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). |
| Value, FWD — 1.6L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. SAE 5W-30, 5W-40, ILSAC GF-3 or Above, SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 4.76 QTS. | — | 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 Tucson 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 Plus, 4WD uses 5W-20; SEL Plus, FWD uses 5W-20; SEL, 4WD uses 5W-20; SEL, FWD uses 5W-20; Sport, 4WD uses 5W-20; Sport, FWD uses 5W-20; Value, 4WD uses 5W-30; Value, FWD uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2018 Hyundai Tucson?
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 Plus, 4WD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; SEL Plus, FWD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; SEL, 4WD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; SEL, FWD holds 4.23 quarts with filter; Sport, 4WD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; Sport, FWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; Value, 4WD holds 4.76 quarts with filter; Value, FWD holds 4.76 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2018 Hyundai Tucson?
Most 2018 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Hyundai Tucson. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.