---
title: "2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra Transmission Fluid & Coolant"
description: "Which transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid the 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra takes, with capacities and the specifications each one has to meet. Transmission: 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).. Coolant: 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).."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/fluids"
updated: "2026-08-21"
---

# 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra Fluid Types and Capacities

Which transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid the 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra takes, with capacities and the specifications each one has to meet. Transmission: 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).. Coolant: 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)..

## 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra fluid guide (Check your manual)

| System | Fluid type & capacity |
| --- | --- |
| Coolant | 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). |
| Transmission | 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). |
| Brake fluid | DOT 3 brake fluid |
| Power steering | Electric power steering (no fluid) on most trims; a few early base cars may have hydraulic EPS. Check before assuming |

Note: Plain washer fluid; no special spec

## 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.

- [2012 Elantra](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012)
- [2013 Elantra](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2013)
- [2014 Elantra](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2014)
- [2015 Elantra](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2015)
- [2016 Elantra](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2016)

## What changed during the 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2012 | MD generation launch (sedan only) |
| 2013 | Elantra Coupe and Elantra GT (UD platform hatchback) join the lineup with the 2.0L Nu GDI available; Elantra Sport sedan trim added |
| 2014 | Facelift: revised front/rear fascias, new wheel designs |
| 2015-2016 | Sedan 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 |

## 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra fluids: common questions

### 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.

## Sources

- [AMSOIL lookup, 2012 Elantra 1.8L oil spec/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2012/hyundai/elantra/1-8l-4-cyl-engine-code-e-7/)
- [AMSOIL lookup, 2014 Elantra 2.0L GDI oil spec/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2014/hyundai/elantra/2-0l-4-cyl-engine-code-h-1/)
- [PR Newswire, 2014 Hyundai Elantra Coupe 2.0L GDI 'Nu' engine specs (173 hp)](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/2014-hyundai-elantra-coupe-ups-fun-factor-232754401.html)
- [NHTSA recall 23V-651, ABS module internal leak / fire risk](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=hyundai&model=elantra&modelYear=2013)
- [NHTSA recall 15V-871, ESC unintended braking](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=hyundai&model=elantra&modelYear=2012)
- [NHTSA recall 13V-115, side curtain airbag bracket](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=hyundai&model=elantra&modelYear=2012)
- [Hyundai Nu Engine class-action settlement overview, BBB National Programs](https://bbbprograms.org/programs/dr/class-action/hyundai-nu)
- [Hyundai Motor America press release, 2022 Engine II litigation settlement](https://www.hyundainews.com/releases/3657)
- [fueleconomy.gov, 2013 Elantra EPA ratings (all trims)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2013_Hyundai_Elantra.shtml)
- [Edmunds, 2013 Elantra specs (curb weight, fuel tank)](https://www.edmunds.com/hyundai/elantra/2013/features-specs/)
- [Hyundai/Kia OEM oil filter 26300-35505 fitment listing](https://hyundai.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/hyundai-oil-filter-2630035505)
- [wheel-size.com, Elantra MD/UD OE tire and wheel fitments](https://www.wheel-size.com/size/hyundai/elantra/2013/)

## Other Hyundai Elantra generations

- [2021-2025 Hyundai Elantra fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2021-2025/fluids)
- [2017-2020 Hyundai Elantra fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2017-2020/fluids)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/fluids).

## More for the 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra

- [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/oil)
- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/battery)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/wipers)
- [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/filters)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/brakes)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.