Checked oil specs by engine
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe oil capacity, type & filter
The 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe oil capacity is 4.8 qt (2.7L V6) and 5.5 qt (3.3L V6). All engines use 5W-20 oil.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L V6 | 4.8 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 3.3L V6 | 5.5 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K07 |
Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.
AMSOIL EA15K12 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
AMSOIL EA15K07 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
Check the door jamb sticker, owner's manual, or displacement badge on the engine cover. Match it to the engine options listed above before buying oil or a filter.
All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.
With filter means the volume includes a new filter. Service fill is the typical drain-and-fill amount. Dry fill is for a fresh empty engine only.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.
5 checked source rows for the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Before ordering for this 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
- Capacity
- 4.8 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 5W-20
- Interval
- 7,500 mi / 6 mo
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K12
- Capacity
- 5.5 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 5W-20
- Interval
- 7,500 mi / 6 mo
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K07
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-24 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Hyundai Santa Fe oil specs by year
This table includes checked Hyundai Santa Fe model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5.3 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2024 | 5.3 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2023 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2022 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2021 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2020 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2019 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2018 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51032 |
| 2017 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51032 |
| 2016 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | ULTRA-POWER WL10164 |
| 2015 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | ULTRA-POWER WL10164 |
| 2014 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51045 |
| 2013 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51032 |
| 2012 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2011 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | PRO-TEC PXL51334 |
| 2010 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2008 Current page | 4.8 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 2007 | 4.8 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 2005 | 4.8 qt (multiple engines) | 10W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
How we verified 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-24.
This page checked 5 sources for the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. The table lists which checked source contributed capacity, oil type, or filter evidence.
We checked leading oil brands and aftermarket filter catalogs so you don't have to.
- Confidence
- Cross-check pending
- Sources checked
- 5
- Last checked
- 2026-06-24
- Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
- Change interval: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Filter | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| Pennzoil OATS | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-24 | Checked source |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe maintenance checklist
One part checked. Look up the rest while you're here.
- Cabin air filter 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe cabin filter part numbers
- Engine air filter 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe engine filter part numbers
- Oil type & capacity 5W-20 · 4.8 qt Checked
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