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2017–2020 Hyundai Elantra Fluid Types and Capacities

Which transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid the 2017–2020 Hyundai Elantra takes, with capacities and the specifications each one has to meet. Transmission: Hyundai SP-IV-RR ATF (6-speed auto, MPI engine) or Hyundai DCTF-1 (7-speed dual-clutch, 1.4T Eco and 1.6T Sport). Manual (Sport) uses Hyundai MTF 75W.. Coolant: Hyundai Long Life Coolant (green/blue, silicate-free). ~6.3–6.9 qt (6.0–6.5 L) depending on engine. First change 60,000 mi, then every 30,000 mi..

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2017–2020 Hyundai Elantra fluid guide

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SystemFluid type & capacity
CoolantHyundai Long Life Coolant (green/blue, silicate-free). ~6.3–6.9 qt (6.0–6.5 L) depending on engine. First change 60,000 mi, then every 30,000 mi.
TransmissionHyundai SP-IV-RR ATF (6-speed auto, MPI engine) or Hyundai DCTF-1 (7-speed dual-clutch, 1.4T Eco and 1.6T Sport). Manual (Sport) uses Hyundai MTF 75W.
Brake fluidDOT 3 brake fluid
Power steeringElectric power steering (no fluid)

Plain washer fluid; no special spec

Which Hyundai Elantra model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Hyundai Elantra built from 2017 through 2020 — the AD (6th generation), compact sedan. 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 2017–2020 Hyundai Elantra

  • 2017AD generation launch; 2.0L MPI base engine, 1.4T Eco introduced
  • 20181.6T Sport sedan added, replacing the previous-generation naturally aspirated Sport
  • 2019Facelift: new front/rear fascias, standard LED DRLs, available LED headlights on upper trims
  • 2020Final model year before the CN7 redesign; carryover engines

2017–2020 Hyundai Elantra fluids: common questions

What transmission fluid does a 2017–2020 Hyundai Elantra take?

Hyundai SP-IV-RR ATF (6-speed auto, MPI engine) or Hyundai DCTF-1 (7-speed dual-clutch, 1.4T Eco and 1.6T Sport). Manual (Sport) 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 2017–2020 Hyundai Elantra use?

Hyundai Long Life Coolant (green/blue, silicate-free). ~6.3–6.9 qt (6.0–6.5 L) depending on engine. First change 60,000 mi, then every 30,000 mi..

What brake fluid does a 2017–2020 Hyundai Elantra take?

DOT 3 brake fluid.

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