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2021 Hyundai Santa Fe oil capacity, type & filter

The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe oil capacity is 5.1 qt (1.6L 4-Cyl Turbo) and 6.1 qt (2.5L 4-Cyl Turbo). All engines use 0W-20 oil.

2021 Hyundai Santa Fe oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
1.6L 4-Cyl Turbo 5.1 qt 0W-20 WIX 51032
2.5L 4-Cyl Turbo 6.1 qt 0W-20 Purolator PL11752

Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

1.6L 4-Cyl Turbo
Capacity 5.1 qt i Capacity condition is not listed in the checked data, so confirm whether the service-fill amount includes a new filter before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment Verified fit Buy at least 6 qt total; listed capacity is 5.1 qt.
Oil type 0W-20 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
WIX Shown first 51032 Search 51032 WIX 51036 Search 51036 WIX 51040 Search 51040 WIX 51042 Search 51042 Purolator PL11520 Search PL11520 PO99518EX Search PO99518EX

WIX 51032 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

2.5L 4-Cyl Turbo
Capacity 6.1 qt i Based on 1 checked source: Pennzoil OATS. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type 0W-20 i Based on 3 checked sources: AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, and Castrol (Olyslager). Additional cross-check is still pending: additional evidence. Use it as a reference, then confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout.
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
Purolator Shown first PL11752 Search PL11752 PRO-TEC PXL10514 Search PXL10514

Purolator PL11752 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

5 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-23 How we verify →

Where to Buy View Data Sources
Buy oil & filters:
Walmart → AutoZone → Amazon → O'Reilly →
Full synthetic options for 0W-20
Mobil 1 Extended Performance 0W-20 → Castrol Edge 0W-20 → Pennzoil Platinum 0W-20 →

Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.

2021 Hyundai Santa Fe oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes

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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.

Filter part numbers

All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.

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Source coverage for the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.

Oil type sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Filter sources

Supported by RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.

Source coverage

5 checked source rows for the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Before ordering for this 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe

Checkout verification checklist
1.6L 4-Cyl Turbo Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
5.1 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Interval
8,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
WIX 51032
2.5L 4-Cyl Turbo Buy →
Capacity
6.1 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Interval
8,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
Purolator PL11752

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-23 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, 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 Current page 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 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 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-23.

This page checked 5 sources for the 2021 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 i Some oil fields are based on checked source data but still need stronger cross-check evidence. Review area: 2.5L 4-Cyl Turbo capacity and 2.5L 4-Cyl Turbo oil type. Use the listed values as references and confirm the exact engine before ordering or adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Sources checked
5
Last checked
2026-06-23
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Change interval: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-23 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-23 Visit brand site
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-23 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-23 Checked source
Castrol (Olyslager) Oil type 2026-06-23 Visit brand site

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