Jeep Patriot Oil Type & Capacity
The Jeep Patriot takes 5W-20 engine oil, about 4.5 qt with a filter change, on 2017 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2006-2016 models use 0W-20 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (4.5-7.9 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 5W-20 | 4.5 qt |
| 2006-2016 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 4.5-7.9 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 Patriot year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Jeep Patriot take?
The Jeep Patriot takes 5W-20 engine oil, about 4.5 qt with a filter change, on 2017 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2006-2016 models use 0W-20 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (4.5-7.9 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Jeep Patriot take?
About 4.5 qt with a filter change on 2017 models, and 4.5-7.9 qt on 2006-2016 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 Jeep Patriot?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2017: 5W-20; 2006-2016: 0W-20/5W-30/5W-40. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.