Checked oil specs by engine
2008 Hyundai Elantra oil capacity, type & filter
The 2008 Hyundai Elantra takes 4.2 qt of 5W-20 oil.
Applies to checked engine: 2.0L 4-Cyl.
AMSOIL EA15K20 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
2008 Hyundai Elantra oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
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 Elantra
Supported by AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by AMSOIL Lookup and Pennzoil OATS.
Supported by AMSOIL Lookup, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and K&N Filters.
7 checked source rows for the 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Before ordering for this 2008 Hyundai Elantra
- Capacity
- 4.2 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 5W-20
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K20
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-25 from AMSOIL Lookup, K&N Filters, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Hyundai Elantra oil specs by year
This table includes checked Hyundai Elantra model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2024 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2023 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2022 | 4 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | Purolator L14459 |
| 2021 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2020 | 4.4 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL51334 |
| 2019 | 4.4 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2018 | 4.4 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL51334 |
| 2017 | 4.4 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2016 | 4.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2015 | 4.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2014 | 4.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2013 | 4.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2012 | 4.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2011 | 4.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | Purolator L14459 |
| 2008 Current page | 4.2 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
| 2005 | 4.2 qt | 10W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K20 |
How we verified 2008 Hyundai Elantra oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-25.
This page checked 7 sources for the 2008 Hyundai Elantra. 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
- Verified fit
- Sources checked
- 7
- Last checked
- 2026-06-25
- Capacity: AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Oil type: AMSOIL Lookup and Pennzoil OATS
- Filter: AMSOIL Lookup, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and K&N Filters
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Oil type, Filter | 2026-06-25 | Visit brand site |
| K&N Filters | Filter | 2026-06-25 | Visit brand site |
| Pennzoil OATS | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-25 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-25 | Checked source |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-25 | Visit brand site |
| Valvoline Product Finder | Capacity | 2026-06-25 | Checked source |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity | 2026-06-25 | Visit brand site |
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