Ford Transit Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ford Transit takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 6-12 qt with a filter change, on 2023-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2022 models take 6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-2026 | 5W-30 | 6-12 qt |
| 2022 | 5W-30 | 6 qt |
| 2020-2021 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 6 qt |
| 2015-2019 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 5.9-12 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 Transit year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Ford Transit take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ford Transit takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 6-12 qt with a filter change, on 2023-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2022 models take 6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Ford Transit take?
About 6-12 qt with a filter change on 2023-2026 models, and 6 qt on 2022 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 Transit?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2023-2026: 5W-30; 2022: 5W-30; 2020-2021: 5W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.