Ford Taurus Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ford Taurus takes 5W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 6 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2019 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2013-2017 models take 5.7-6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-2019 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 6 qt | Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2013-2017 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 5.7-6 qt | Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2011-2012 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 5.5 qt | Shop 5W-20Shop 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 Taurus year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Ford Taurus take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ford Taurus takes 5W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 6 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2019 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2013-2017 models take 5.7-6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Ford Taurus take?
About 6 qt with a filter change on 2018-2019 models, and 5.7-6 qt on 2013-2017 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 Taurus?
Yes. We record 3 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2019: 5W-20/5W-30; 2013-2017: 5W-20/5W-30; 2011-2012: 5W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.