2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Oil Type & Capacity
The 2025 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 Calligraphy, AWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Calligraphy, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Limited, AWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Limited, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter); the Hybrid SEL, AWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 quarts with filter); the Hybrid SEL, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.07 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 SE, AWD takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts with filter); the SE, FWD takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts with filter); the SEL, AWD takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts with filter); the SEL, FWD takes 0W-30 (6.13 quarts with filter); the XRT takes 0W-30 (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 Calligraphy, AWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Calligraphy, FWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Limited, AWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Limited, FWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- Hybrid SEL, AWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- Hybrid SEL, FWD: 0W-20, 5.07 quarts with filter
- Limited, AWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- Limited, FWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SE, AWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SE, FWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SEL, AWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- SEL, FWD: 0W-30, 6.13 quarts with filter
- XRT: 0W-30, 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 | 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 | 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 Calligraphy, AWD — 1.6L Eng | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 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 Calligraphy, FWD — 1.6L Eng | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 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, AWD — 1.6L Eng | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 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, FWD — 1.6L Eng | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 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, AWD — 1.6L Eng | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 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, FWD — 1.6L Eng | API - SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | 5.07 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 | 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 | 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. |
| SE, AWD — 2.5L Eng | 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. |
| SE, FWD — 2.5L Eng | 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. |
| SEL, AWD — 2.5L Eng | 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. |
| SEL, FWD — 2.5L Eng | 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. |
| XRT — 2.5L Eng | 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. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Santa Fe
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.65 quarts (9.13 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 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe take?
It depends on the engine: Calligraphy, AWD uses 0W-30; Calligraphy, FWD uses 0W-30; Hybrid Calligraphy, AWD uses 0W-20; Hybrid Calligraphy, FWD uses 0W-20; Hybrid Limited, AWD uses 0W-20; Hybrid Limited, FWD uses 0W-20; Hybrid SEL, AWD uses 0W-20; Hybrid SEL, FWD uses 0W-20; Limited, AWD uses 0W-30; Limited, FWD uses 0W-30; SE, AWD uses 0W-30; SE, FWD uses 0W-30; SEL, AWD uses 0W-30; SEL, FWD uses 0W-30; XRT uses 0W-30.
How much oil does a 2025 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 Calligraphy, AWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; Hybrid Calligraphy, FWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; Hybrid Limited, AWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; Hybrid Limited, FWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; Hybrid SEL, AWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; Hybrid SEL, FWD holds 5.07 quarts with filter; Limited, AWD holds 6.13 quarts with filter; Limited, FWD holds 6.13 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 holds 6.13 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.