2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra Fluid Types and Capacities

Which Hyundai Elantra model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Hyundai Elantra built from 2012 through 2016 — the MD/UD (5th generation), compact sedan (also sold as coupe 2013–2014 and gt 5-door hatchback through 2016 on the related ud platform). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra

• 2012MD generation launch (sedan only)
• 2013Elantra Coupe and Elantra GT (UD platform hatchback) join the lineup with the 2.0L Nu GDI available; Elantra Sport sedan trim added
• 2014Facelift: revised front/rear fascias, new wheel designs
• 2015–2016Sedan carries over largely unchanged in its final two years before the AD redesign; GT hatchback continues into 2017 on the related UD platform after the sedan moves to AD

What transmission fluid does a 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra take?

Hyundai SP-IV-RR ATF for the 6-speed automatic; total fill ~6.4 qt (6.1 L), drain-and-fill ~3.5 qt. Manual transmission uses Hyundai MTF (75W).. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.

What coolant does a 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra use?

Hyundai Long Life Coolant (green/blue, silicate-free). ~6.5–6.9 qt (6.2–6.5 L). First change 60,000 mi, then every 30,000 mi (or per owner's manual lifetime-fill guidance on some printings)..

What brake fluid does a 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra take?

DOT 3 brake fluid.