Quick answer: the 2019–2020 Hyundai Santa Fe takes 5.07 US qt (4.8 L) of oil (2.4L with 5W-20, 2.0L Turbo with 5W-30). The 2021–2023 Santa Fe takes 6.13 US qt (5.8 L) with 0W-20 for the 2.5L; the 2023 manual lists 0W-30 for the 2.5L Turbo.
| Engine | Oil capacity (drain and refill) | Oil type |
|---|---|---|
| 2.4L GDI (2019–2020) | 5.07 US qt (4.8 L) | 5W-20 (API Latest / ILSAC Latest) |
| 2.0L Turbo GDI (2019–2020) | 5.07 US qt (4.8 L) | 5W-30 (API Latest or ACEA A5/B5) |
| 2.5L GDI Smartstream (2021–2023) | 6.13 US qt (5.8 L) | 0W-20 (API SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6) |
| 2.5L Turbo GDI Smartstream (2021–2023) | 6.13 US qt (5.8 L) | 0W-20 in the 2021–2022 manuals, 0W-30 in 2023 |
2021 changed everything. The 2021 facelift brought new 2.5L engines that take about a quart more oil than the 2019–2020 engines.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | Engines | Oil capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2.4L / 2.0T | 5.07 US qt (4.8 L) |
| 2021 | 2.5L / 2.5T | 6.13 US qt (5.8 L) |
| 2022 | 2.5L / 2.5T | 6.13 US qt (5.8 L) |
| 2023 | 2.5L / 2.5T | 6.13 US qt (5.8 L) |
We read the “Recommended lubricants and capacities” tables of the 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 manuals.
Recommended oil type
2019–2020: 2.4L 5W-20; 2.0L Turbo 5W-30 (API Latest or ACEA A5/B5).
2021–2023: 0W-20, API SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, full synthetic. The 2023 manual lists 0W-30 for the 2.5L Turbo.
How to reset the oil change reminder on the 2019–2023 Hyundai Santa Fe
See also: Oil life reset by brand.
Hyundai handles the oil reminder through the Service Interval menu in the instrument cluster’s User Settings (on some models, in the infotainment Settings). The newer manuals list three items there: turn Service Interval on or off, Adjust Interval to set the time and distance, and Reset after an oil change. Older manuals (for example the 2018 Sonata) say to consult a Hyundai dealer to use the menu.
Oil change tips
- 2019–2020: one 5-quart jug.
- 2021–2023: a 5-quart jug plus one or two quarts.
- Hyundai lists a “drain and refill” volume. After refilling, run the engine for a minute, turn it off, wait a few minutes and check that the level is between the F and L marks on the dipstick before adding more.
Sources and how we checked
All capacities and oil grades on this page come from Hyundai’s owner’s manuals, published on Hyundai USA’s official owners site (section “Recommended lubricants and capacities”):
- 2020 Santa Fe owner’s manual
- 2021 Santa Fe owner’s manual
- 2022 Santa Fe owner’s manual
- 2023 Santa Fe owner’s manual
If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.
Last checked: October 26, 2026.
FAQ
How much oil does a 2019–2020 Hyundai Santa Fe take?
5.07 US quarts (4.8 L) for both the 2.4L and the 2.0L Turbo.
How much oil does a 2021–2023 Santa Fe take?
6.13 US quarts (5.8 L) for both the 2.5L and the 2.5L Turbo.
What oil does a 2021–2023 Santa Fe use?
Full synthetic 0W-20 for the 2.5L; the 2023 manual lists 0W-30 for the 2.5L Turbo.
What oil does the 2019–2020 Santa Fe 2.0T use?
5W-30, API Latest or ACEA A5/B5.
How do I reset the oil light on a 2019–2023 Santa Fe?
In User Settings, open Service Interval and choose Reset.