Originally Posted By: wemay
I downloaded the 2016 Santa Fe Sport 2.0Turbo Owner's Manual to see what has changed. I have the 2013 model.
Unlike the 2015 Sonata 2.0T that underwent a HP reduction, the Santa Fe Sport 2.0T soldiers on with identical engine, 265 HP.
Changes for Turbo:
My 2013 Owner's Manual recommended
SM / GF-4
5W-30 or 10W-30
*a reference to ACEA A5 or above was given but advised, "not necessary"
2016 requirements
ACEA A5 or above
5W-30 and 5W-40 are on the same line in the approved viscosity chart. 5W-30 on oil cap.
Other approved viscosities:
10W-30, 15W-40 and 20W-50 (like the older Sonata 2.0T manuals)
https://carmanuals2.com/brand/hyundai/santa-fe-sport-2016-8614
OCI remaining constant
5,000 normal
3,000 severe
To me, it doesn't sound like much has changed, other than synthetic oil (ACEA oil) now being mandatory.
Note that xW-40 and XW-50 oils are A3/B4 (or A3/B3) oils, not A1/B1 or A5/B5.
In summary, you should be OK with any non-low-SAPS (non-ACEA-Cx) synthetic oil xW-30 or thicker.