Hyundai Kona Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Hyundai Kona takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.5-5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2022-2027 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2018-2021 models use 5W-30 or 5W-40 (4.2-4.8 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2027 | 0W-20 | 4.5-5.1 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2018-2021 | 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 4.2-4.8 qt | Shop 5W-30Shop 5W-40 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every Kona year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Hyundai Kona take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Hyundai Kona takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.5-5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2022-2027 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2018-2021 models use 5W-30 or 5W-40 (4.2-4.8 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Hyundai Kona take?
About 4.5-5.1 qt with a filter change on 2022-2027 models, and 4.2-4.8 qt on 2018-2021 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Hyundai Kona?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2022-2027: 0W-20; 2018-2021: 5W-30/5W-40. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 10 of 10 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Hyundai Kona, AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Hyundai Kona, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Hyundai Kona, 2.0L 4-cyl. Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-10-08. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.