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Hyundai Elantra 2020-Present

2020–2026
Overview

Starting from the 2020 model year (sixth generation), the Hyundai Elantra showcases a bold new design direction and enhanced technological features. The sedan's exterior features a dynamic, sporty look with sharp lines, cascading front grille, and available LED lighting elements. The Elantra's overall dimensions have grown, resulting in a more spacious cabin, especially in the rear, providing passengers with improved comfort.

Inside, the Elantra benefits from modern infotainment systems with large touchscreen displays, smartphone integration, and navigation. Hyundai introduced a hybrid variant, further emphasizing fuel efficiency. Additionally, advanced driver assistance features such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring became more widely available, enhancing safety. The 2020-present Hyundai Elantra blends style, technology, and efficiency to continue its legacy as a strong competitor in the compact sedan segment.

Specifications

Hyundai specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 1.6 L 4-Cylinder DOHC

  • Recommended oil viscosity: 0W-20
  • Oil certification: API
  • Oil capacity: 4.02 quarts

Engine 2.0 L 4-Cylinder DOHC

  • Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
  • Oil certification: API
  • Oil capacity: 4.7 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

  • 2.0L 4-Cylinder: 0.032”

Fuel

  • Capacity: 14.0 US gal. (53 l)

Manual Transaxle

  • Type: 1.6 T-GDI/ 2.0 MPI
    • HK SYN MTF 70W (SK)
    • SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W MTF (H.K.SHELL)
    • GS MTF HD 70W (GS CALTEX)
    • (API GL-4, SAE 70W TGO-9)
  • Capacity: 1.6~1.7 US qt. (1.5~1.6 l)

Brake Fluid/Clutch Fluid

  • Type: FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
  • Capacity: 0.74~0.85 US qt. (0.7 ~ 0.8 l)

Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) fluid

  • Type: 2.0 MPI IVTF SP-CVT1 or other brands meeting the above specification approved by HYUNDAI Motor Co
  • Capacity: 2.0 MPI:6.86 US qt. (6.5 l)

Dual-clutch transmission fluid

  • Type: 
    • HK DCTF 70W (SK)
    • SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W DCTF
    • (H.K.SHELL)
    • GS DCTF HD 70W (GS CALTEX)
    • (API GL-4, SAE 70W)
  • Capacity: 2.01~2.11 US qt. (1.9~2.0 l)

Coolant

  • Type: MIXTURE, Antifreeze with water (Phosphate-based Ethylene glycol coolant for aluminum radiator)
  • Capacity: 
  • 1.6 T-GDI M/T, DCT: 6.45 US qt. (6.1 l)
  • 2.0 MPI M/T: 6.34 US qt. (6.0 l)
  • 2.0 MPI IVT: 6.97 US qt. (6.6 l)

Refrigerant

  • Type: R-134a
  • Capacity: 17.6±0.88 (500±25)

Compressor lubricant

  • Type: PAG (FD46XG)
  • Capacity: 3.88±0.35 (110±10)

Powertrain

Engine

  • Petrol:
    • 1.4 L Smartstream G1.4 T-GDi I4
    • 1.5 L Smartstream G1.5 MPi I4
    • 1.6 L Gamma MPi I4
    • 1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 MPi I4
    • 1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi I4
    • 2.0 L Smartstream G2.0 MPi I4
    • 2.0 L Theta II T-GDi I4
  • Petrol/LPG:
    • 1.6 L Gamma LPi I4
  • Petrol hybrid:
    • 1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 Hybrid I4

Transmission

  • 6-speed manual
  • 6-speed automatic
  • 6-speed D6KF1 DCT
  • 7-speed D7UF1 DCT
  • 8-speed D8LF1 DCT
  • CVT

Fuel Consumption

HYUNDAI 2020 ELANTRA FUEL CONSUMPTION

Safety Ratings

HYUNDAI ELANTRA 2020 SAFETY RATINGS

 

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes

Front Lights

TYPE A

  • Headlamp (LOW): HB3
  • Headlamp  (HIGH): HB3
  • Turn Signal Lamp: PY28/8W
  • Side marker lamp
    • Bulb type: W5W
    • LED type: LED
  • Daytime running lamp (DRL) & Parking lamp
    • Bulb type: P21/5W
    • LED type: LED
  • Side repeater lamp (Outside mirror): LED

TYPE B

  • Headlamp (LOW): LED
  • Headlamp  (HIGH): LED
  • Turn Signal Lamp: PY28/8W
  • Side marker lamp
    • Bulb type: LED
    • LED type: LED
  • Daytime running lamp (DRL) & Parking lamp: LED
  • Side repeater lamp (Outside mirror): LED

Rear Lights

TYPE A

  • Tail lamp: W5W
  • Tail/Stop lamp: PY28/8W
  • Turn signal lamp: PY27W
  • Side marker lamp: W5W

TYPE B

  • Tail lamp: LED
  • Tail/Stop lamp: LED
  • Turn signal lamp: PY27W
  • Side marker lamp: LED
  • Back up lamp: P21W
  • High mounted stop lamp: W21W
  • License plate lamp: W5W

Interior Lights

  • Map lamp: W10W
  • Room lamp: FESTOON
  • Vanity mirror lamp: FESTOON
  • Luggage lamp: FESTOON

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