Dodge Hornet Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Dodge Hornet takes 0W-30 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 5 qt with a filter change, on 2024-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2023 models use 5W-30 (5 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2026 | 0W-30 / 5W-30 | 5 qt | Shop 0W-30Shop 5W-30 |
| 2023 | 5W-30 | 5 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every Hornet year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Dodge Hornet take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Dodge Hornet takes 0W-30 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 5 qt with a filter change, on 2024-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2023 models use 5W-30 (5 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Dodge Hornet take?
About 5 qt with a filter change on 2024-2026 models, and 5 qt on 2023 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 Hornet?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2024-2026: 0W-30/5W-30; 2023: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 2 of 4 model years is checked against a cited source, most often AMSOIL lookup guide - 2024 Dodge Hornet, 1.3L 4-cyl turbo (EYG), AMSOIL lookup guide - 2024 Dodge Hornet, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (EC1) and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2023 Dodge Hornet, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (EC1). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-10-09. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.