2019 Hyundai Veloster Oil Type & Capacity
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0 Premium takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the 2.0, Automatic Trans takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the 2.0, Standard Trans takes 5W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the Turbo takes 5W-30 (4.76 quarts with filter); the Turbo R-Spec takes 5W-30 (4.76 quarts with filter); the Turbo Ultimate, Automatic DCT Trans takes 5W-30 (4.76 quarts with filter); the Turbo Ultimate, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (4.76 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.0 Premium: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- 2.0, Automatic Trans: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- 2.0, Standard Trans: 5W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- Turbo: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- Turbo R-Spec: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- Turbo Ultimate, Automatic DCT Trans: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- Turbo Ultimate, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Premium — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. ACEA A5/B5, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30 | 4.23 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available, you may use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). |
| 2.0, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. ACEA A5/B5, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30 | 4.23 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available, you may use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). |
| 2.0, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4 or Above. ACEA A5/B5, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30 | 4.23 QTS. | — | If API service SM engine oil is not available you may use API service SL. If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available, you may use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). |
| Turbo — 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/B5). If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available, you may use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). |
| Turbo R-Spec — 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/B5). If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available, you may use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). |
| Turbo Ultimate, Automatic DCT Trans — 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/B5). If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available, you may use ILSAC GF-3 (or above) or ACEA A3 (or above). |
| Turbo Ultimate, Standard Trans — 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/B5). 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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More specs & repair guides for your Veloster
2019 Hyundai Veloster factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.8 quarts (6.43 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2019 Hyundai Veloster take?
It depends on the engine: 2.0 Premium uses 5W-20; 2.0, Automatic Trans uses 5W-20; 2.0, Standard Trans uses 5W-20; Turbo uses 5W-30; Turbo R-Spec uses 5W-30; Turbo Ultimate, Automatic DCT Trans uses 5W-30; Turbo Ultimate, Standard Trans uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2019 Hyundai Veloster take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.0 Premium holds 4.23 quarts with filter; 2.0, Automatic Trans holds 4.23 quarts with filter; 2.0, Standard Trans holds 4.23 quarts with filter; Turbo holds 4.76 quarts with filter; Turbo R-Spec holds 4.76 quarts with filter; Turbo Ultimate, Automatic DCT Trans holds 4.76 quarts with filter; Turbo Ultimate, Standard Trans holds 4.76 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2019 Hyundai Veloster?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.