Fiat 500 Oil Type & Capacity
The Fiat 500 takes 5W-40 engine oil, about 4 qt with a filter change, on 2019 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2012-2018 models use 5W-30 (4 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5W-40 | 4 qt |
| 2012-2018 | 5W-30 | 4 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 500 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Fiat 500 take?
The Fiat 500 takes 5W-40 engine oil, about 4 qt with a filter change, on 2019 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2012-2018 models use 5W-30 (4 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Fiat 500 take?
About 4 qt with a filter change on 2019 models, and 4 qt on 2012-2018 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 Fiat 500?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2019: 5W-40; 2012-2018: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.