2021 Hyundai Palisade Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Hyundai Palisade takes 5W-30 motor oil — 6.87 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 6.87 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calligraphy, 4WD | ACEA A5 or above. SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 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 in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| Calligraphy, FWD | ACEA A5 or above. SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 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 in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| Limited, 4WD | ACEA A5 or above. SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 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 in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| Limited, FWD | ACEA A5 or above. SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 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 in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| SE, 4WD | ACEA A5 or above. SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 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 in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| SE, FWD | ACEA A5 or above. SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 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 in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| SEL, 4WD | ACEA A5 or above. SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 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 in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
| SEL, FWD | ACEA A5 or above. SAE 5W-30 | 6.87 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 in your country, you are able to use API SM & ILSAC GF-4 (or above) or API SL & ILSAC GF- |
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More specs & repair guides for your Palisade
2021 Hyundai Palisade factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.4 quarts (8.89 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 2021 Hyundai Palisade take?
The 2021 Hyundai Palisade takes 5W-30 motor oil (ACEA A5 or above. SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2021 Hyundai Palisade take?
The 2021 Hyundai Palisade holds 6.87 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Hyundai Palisade?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.