Complete Oil Specifications
Hyundai’s owner’s manual for the 2022 Elantra with the Smartstream G2.0 Atkinson engine calls for SAE 0W-20 rated API SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6. Engine oil drain-and-refill volume is 4.54 US qt (4.3 L).
When to Change the Oil
| Driving | Replace engine oil and filter |
|---|---|
| Normal | Every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 12 months |
| Severe usage | Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months |
Severe usage covers the driving conditions listed in the manual’s severe-maintenance chart.
What We Couldn’t Confirm
- Whether 4.54 US qt (4.3 L) includes the filter. Hyundai labels it “drain and refill”.
- OEM oil filter part number and drain plug torque. Neither appears in the owner’s manual pages used here.
FAQs
What oil does a 2022 Hyundai Elantra 2.0L take? SAE 0W-20 rated API SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6.
How much oil does it take? 4.54 US qt (4.3 L) drain and refill.
How often should I change the oil? Every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 12 months normally, or every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months under severe usage.