Dodge Charger Oil Type & Capacity
The Dodge Charger takes 0W-40 or 5W-20 engine oil, about 6-7 qt with a filter change, on 2023 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2022 models use 0W-20 or 0W-40 (6-7 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0W-40 / 5W-20 | 6-7 qt |
| 2022 | 0W-20 / 0W-40 | 6-7 qt |
| 2021 | 5W-20 | 6 qt |
| 2020 | 0W-40 / 5W-20 | 6-7 qt |
| 2013-2019 | 5W-20 | 6-7 qt |
| 2011-2012 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 6-7 qt |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources.
Every Charger year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Dodge Charger take?
The Dodge Charger takes 0W-40 or 5W-20 engine oil, about 6-7 qt with a filter change, on 2023 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2022 models use 0W-20 or 0W-40 (6-7 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Dodge Charger take?
About 6-7 qt with a filter change on 2023 models, and 6-7 qt on 2022 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Dodge Charger?
Yes. We record 6 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2023: 0W-40/5W-20; 2022: 0W-20/0W-40; 2021: 5W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.