2020 Genesis G80 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2020 Genesis G80 oil type depends on the engine: the 3.3T Sport, AWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the 3.3T Sport, RWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the 3.8 Sport, AWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the 3.8 Sport, RWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the 3.8 Ultimate, AWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the 3.8 Ultimate, RWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the 3.8, AWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the 3.8, RWD takes 5W-30 (7.29 quarts with filter); the 5.0 Ultimate, AWD takes 5W-20 (9.72 quarts with filter); the 5.0 Ultimate, RWD takes 5W-20 (8.45 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 3.3T Sport, AWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- 3.3T Sport, RWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- 3.8 Sport, AWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- 3.8 Sport, RWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- 3.8 Ultimate, AWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- 3.8 Ultimate, RWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- 3.8, AWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- 3.8, RWD: 5W-30, 7.29 quarts with filter
- 5.0 Ultimate, AWD: 5W-20, 9.72 quarts with filter
- 5.0 Ultimate, RWD: 5W-20, 8.45 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3T Sport, AWD — 3.3L Eng | ACEA A5/B5, SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use ACEA B5 or API SN & ILSAC GF-5 For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5/B5). |
| 3.3T Sport, RWD — 3.3L Eng | ACEA A5/B5, SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use ACEA B5 or API SN & ILSAC GF-5 For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5/B5). |
| 3.8 Sport, AWD — 3.8L Eng | ACEA A5/B5, SAE 5W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| 3.8 Sport, RWD — 3.8L Eng | ACEA A5/B5, SAE 5W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| 3.8 Ultimate, AWD — 3.8L Eng | ACEA A5/B5, SAE 5W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| 3.8 Ultimate, RWD — 3.8L Eng | ACEA A5/B5, SAE 5W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| 3.8, AWD — 3.8L Eng | ACEA A5/B5, SAE 5W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| 3.8, RWD — 3.8L Eng | ACEA A5/B5, SAE 5W-30 | 7.29 QTS. | — | If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| 5.0 Ultimate, AWD — 5.0L Eng,AWD | API SM and ILSAC GF-4 or above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | 9.72 QTS. | — | If the API SM & ILSAC GF-4 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API SL & ILSAC GF-3. |
| 5.0 Ultimate, RWD — 5.0L Eng,RWD | API SM and ILSAC GF-4 or above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | 8.45 QTS. | — | If the API SM & ILSAC GF-4 engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API SL & ILSAC GF-3. |
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More specs & repair guides for your G80
2020 Genesis G80 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.4 quarts (9.84 L) — Mixture of antifreeze and water Ethylene Gylcol base Coolant for aluminum radiator. Approximate capacity.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2020 Genesis G80 take?
It depends on the engine: 3.3T Sport, AWD uses 5W-30; 3.3T Sport, RWD uses 5W-30; 3.8 Sport, AWD uses 5W-30; 3.8 Sport, RWD uses 5W-30; 3.8 Ultimate, AWD uses 5W-30; 3.8 Ultimate, RWD uses 5W-30; 3.8, AWD uses 5W-30; 3.8, RWD uses 5W-30; 5.0 Ultimate, AWD uses 5W-20; 5.0 Ultimate, RWD uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2020 Genesis G80 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 3.3T Sport, AWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; 3.3T Sport, RWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; 3.8 Sport, AWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; 3.8 Sport, RWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; 3.8 Ultimate, AWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; 3.8 Ultimate, RWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; 3.8, AWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; 3.8, RWD holds 7.29 quarts with filter; 5.0 Ultimate, AWD holds 9.72 quarts with filter; 5.0 Ultimate, RWD holds 8.45 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2020 Genesis G80?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2020 Genesis G80. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.