2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Oil Type & Capacity
The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe oil type depends on the engine: the Calligraphy, AWD takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts with filter); the Calligraphy, FWD takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Blue takes 0W-20 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Limited takes 0W-20 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Hybrid SEL Premium takes 0W-20 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Limited, AWD takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts with filter); the Limited, FWD takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts with filter); the Plug-In Hybrid Limited takes 0W-20 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Plug-In Hybrid SEL Convenience takes 0W-20 (5.1 quarts with filter); the SE, AWD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts with filter); the SE, FWD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts with filter); the SEL, AWD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts with filter); the SEL, FWD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts with filter); the XRT, AWD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts with filter); the XRT, FWD takes 0W-20 (6.13 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Calligraphy, AWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- Calligraphy, FWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Blue: 0W-20, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Limited: 0W-20, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Hybrid SEL Premium: 0W-20, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Limited, AWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- Limited, FWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- Plug-In Hybrid Limited: 0W-20, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Plug-In Hybrid SEL Convenience: 0W-20, 5.1 quarts with filter
- SE, AWD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SE, FWD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SEL, AWD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SEL, FWD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- XRT, AWD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
- XRT, FWD: 0W-20, 6.13 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calligraphy, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-30 | 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| Calligraphy, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-30 | 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| Hybrid Blue — 1.6L Eng | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.10 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| Hybrid Limited — 1.6L Eng | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.10 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| Hybrid SEL Premium — 1.6L Eng | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.10 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| Limited, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-30 | 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| Limited, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-30 | 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| Plug-In Hybrid Limited — 1.6L Eng | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.10 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| Plug-In Hybrid SEL Convenience — 1.6L Eng | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.10 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| SE, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| SE, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| SEL, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| SEL, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| XRT, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 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 every 5,000 miles. |
| XRT, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 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 every 5,000 miles. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Santa Fe
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.17 quarts (7.73 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 Fe take?
It depends on the engine: Calligraphy, AWD uses 0W-30; Calligraphy, FWD uses 0W-30; Hybrid Blue uses 0W-20; Hybrid Limited uses 0W-20; Hybrid SEL Premium uses 0W-20; Limited, AWD uses 0W-30; Limited, FWD uses 0W-30; Plug-In Hybrid Limited uses 0W-20; Plug-In Hybrid SEL Convenience uses 0W-20; SE, AWD uses 0W-20; SE, FWD uses 0W-20; SEL, AWD uses 0W-20; SEL, FWD uses 0W-20; XRT, AWD uses 0W-20; XRT, FWD uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Calligraphy, AWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; Calligraphy, FWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; Hybrid Blue holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Hybrid Limited holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Hybrid SEL Premium holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Limited, AWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; Limited, FWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; Plug-In Hybrid Limited holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Plug-In Hybrid SEL Convenience holds 5.1 quarts with filter; SE, AWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; SE, FWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; SEL, AWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; SEL, FWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; XRT, AWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; XRT, FWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.