Hyundai Veloster Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Hyundai Veloster takes 0W-30 engine oil, about 5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2022 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2019-2021 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 | 0W-30 | 5.1 qt | Shop 0W-30 |
| 2019-2021 | 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 4.2-4.8 qt | Shop 5W-30Shop 5W-40 |
| 2013-2017 | 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 3.8-4.8 qt | Shop 5W-30Shop 5W-40 |
| 2012 | 5W-30 | 3.5 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
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 Veloster year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Hyundai Veloster take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Hyundai Veloster takes 0W-30 engine oil, about 5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2022 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2019-2021 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 Veloster take?
About 5.1 qt with a filter change on 2022 models, and 4.2-4.8 qt on 2019-2021 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 Veloster?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2022: 0W-30; 2019-2021: 5W-30/5W-40; 2013-2017: 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 Veloster, AMSOIL lookup guide - 2021 Hyundai Veloster, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2021 Hyundai Veloster, 2.0L 4-cyl. Each year page lists its own sources.
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