Ford F-150 Oil Type & Capacity
The Ford F-150 takes 5W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 6-7.7 qt with a filter change, on 2022-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2015-2021 models use 5W-30 (6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2026 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 6-7.7 qt |
| 2015-2021 | 5W-30 | 6 qt |
| 2005-2014 | 5W-20 | 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 F-150 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Ford F-150 take?
The Ford F-150 takes 5W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 6-7.7 qt with a filter change, on 2022-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2015-2021 models use 5W-30 (6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Ford F-150 take?
About 6-7.7 qt with a filter change on 2022-2026 models, and 6 qt on 2015-2021 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 Ford F-150?
Yes. We record 3 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2022-2026: 5W-20/5W-30; 2015-2021: 5W-30; 2005-2014: 5W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.