2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Oil Type & Capacity
The 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz oil type depends on the engine: the Limited takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts with filter); the SE, 4WD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts with filter); the SE, FWD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts with filter); the SEL Premium takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts with filter); the SEL, 4WD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts with filter); the SEL, FWD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Limited: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SE, 4WD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SE, FWD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SEL Premium: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SEL, 4WD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SEL, FWD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limited — Turbocharger | SAE 0W-30, API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 Full Synthetic grade engine oil | 6.13 QTS. | — | Requires: API SN PLUS (or above) Full synthetic grade engine oil. If a lower grade engine oil (mineral oil including Semi-synthetic) is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must be replaced. |
| SE, 4WD — Normally Aspirated | SAE 0W-20, API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 Full Synthetic grade engine oil | 6.13 QTS. | — | Requires: API SN PLUS (or above) Full synthetic grade engine oil. If a lower grade engine oil (mineral oil including Semi-synthetic) is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must be replaced. |
| SE, FWD — Normally Aspirated | SAE 0W-20, API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 Full Synthetic grade engine oil | 6.13 QTS. | — | Requires: API SN PLUS (or above) Full synthetic grade engine oil. If a lower grade engine oil (mineral oil including Semi-synthetic) is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must be replaced. |
| SEL Premium — Turbocharger | SAE 0W-30, API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 Full Synthetic grade engine oil | 6.13 QTS. | — | Requires: API SN PLUS (or above) Full synthetic grade engine oil. If a lower grade engine oil (mineral oil including Semi-synthetic) is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must be replaced. |
| SEL, 4WD — Normally Aspirated | SAE 0W-20, API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 Full Synthetic grade engine oil | 6.13 QTS. | — | Requires: API SN PLUS (or above) Full synthetic grade engine oil. If a lower grade engine oil (mineral oil including Semi-synthetic) is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must be replaced. |
| SEL, FWD — Normally Aspirated | SAE 0W-20, API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 Full Synthetic grade engine oil | 6.13 QTS. | — | Requires: API SN PLUS (or above) Full synthetic grade engine oil. If a lower grade engine oil (mineral oil including Semi-synthetic) is used, then the engine oil and engine oil filter must be replaced. |
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2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.0 quarts (9.46 L) — Mixture of antifreeze and water (Phosphate-based Ethylene glycol coolant for aluminum radiator). Approximate capacity.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz take?
It depends on the engine: Limited uses 0W-30; SE, 4WD uses 0W-20; SE, FWD uses 0W-20; SEL Premium uses 0W-30; SEL, 4WD uses 0W-20; SEL, FWD uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Limited holds 6.13 quarts with filter; SE, 4WD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; SE, FWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; SEL Premium holds 6.13 quarts with filter; SEL, 4WD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; SEL, FWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.