Dodge Grand Caravan Oil Type & Capacity
The Dodge Grand Caravan takes 5W-20 engine oil, about 5.9 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2020 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2018 models take 6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2019-2020 | 5W-20 | 5.9 qt |
| 2018 | 5W-20 | 6 qt |
| 2017 | 5W-20 | 5.9 qt |
| 2012-2016 | 5W-20 | 6 qt |
| 2011 | 5W-30 | 6 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 Grand Caravan year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Dodge Grand Caravan take?
The Dodge Grand Caravan takes 5W-20 engine oil, about 5.9 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2020 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2018 models take 6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Dodge Grand Caravan take?
About 5.9 qt with a filter change on 2019-2020 models, and 6 qt on 2018 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 Grand Caravan?
Yes. We record 5 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2019-2020: 5W-20; 2018: 5W-20; 2017: 5W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.