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1995 Hyundai Scoupe

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1995 Scoupe.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 1995 Hyundai Scoupe is a passenger car that pairs an automatic four‑speed transmission with an engine requiring 3.5 qt of oil meeting 10W‑30 / 5W‑30 API specifications; EPA fuel‑economy ratings are 22 mpg city, 31 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined. In the 1995 model year the vehicle generated only seven owner complaints, the lowest figure across the 1991‑1995 production span, and recorded no recalls. Thus, 1995 marks the most reliable year of the Scoupe’s short history, with complaint volume falling sharply from the 31 complaints recorded in 1994.

Model year19951994199319921991

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type10W-30 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque65-80 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy22/31/25 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI NS · NS CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI NS · NS CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP175-65R14OEM · verified
Wheel / rim5-JJ inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length166.1 in
Overall width63.8 in
Overall height52 in
Wheelbase93.7 in
Curb weight2119 lb
Track (front / rear)54.7 / 52.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)62/38

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined22 / 31 / 25 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Scoupe of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

11.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 11.40 sec — 1991 LS Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1991LS Coupe 1.5L I-411.40 sec18.20 sec81 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3.5 qt of 10W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 65-80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.0-33.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil10W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity3.5 qt
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Cylinder Head Steps2
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts11-15 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts11-15 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.0-33.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts65-80 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerNGK
Spark Plug TypeBKR5ES-11
Spark Plug Torque15.0-21.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.40-1.55 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.70-5.50 oz

Service checks

Pressure Test11.8-15.6 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief11.8-15.6 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature190 °F
Engine Compression149 minimum PSI. 14 maximum variation PSI.
Engine Oil Pressure21.3 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPMIdle rpm
Intake Valve LashHydraulic in
Exhaust Valve LashHydraulic in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket25-32 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle48-55 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0059 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.748 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.748 in
Rotor Discard at or Under0.669 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 7,500 miBrake System (inspect)
Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miAxle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Power Steering System (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAxle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Power Steering System (inspect)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 52,500 miFuel Filter (replace)
Every 60,000 miTiming Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 1995 Hyundai Scoupe sits at the low end of the complaint trend for the generation, with just seven complaints versus 25 in 1991, 8 in 1992, 20 in 1993, and 31 in 1994. It also has the highest number of TSBs (10) in the five‑year span, indicating a few targeted issues that have been addressed by the manufacturer. The year‑by‑year data show no recalls and a constant single investigation each year, suggesting a relatively stable safety profile for 1995. In 1995 the most frequent complaint category is “Engine & Engine Cooling” (two cases), followed by “Power Train” and a single multi‑system complaint, with no steering or fire complaints reported. Overall, 1995 represents the best‑performing year in this record and is a good candidate for purchase, provided a thorough mechanical inspection confirms the engine cooling system is sound.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
10
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
7
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 7 complaints on record, top 6 components.

Engine & Engine Cooling2
Power Train1
Engine & Engine Cooling,Power Train,Visibility,Equipment,Unknown Or Other1
Steering1
Exterior Lighting1
Air Bags1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 10 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
23-BD-002H2023-01-30VisibilityThis bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated…
21-EM-003H2021-03-10Engine And Engine CoolingThis bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain…
20-BR-002H2020-11-30Service BrakesThis bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear…
20-SS-004H2020-11-19WheelsThis bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize…
20-EE-003H2020-04-23EquipmentThis bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: •…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1995 Scoupe take?

3.5 qt of ABOVE 0 degrees F: 10W-30 API SM, BELOW 100 degrees F: 5W-30 API SM, per the factory manual.

Does the 1995 Scoupe have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Scoupe get?

EPA figures are 22 city / 31 highway / 25 combined mpg.