Mazda CX-5 Oil Type & Capacity

The Mazda CX-5 takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.4-5.4 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2012-2017 models take 4.4-5.4 qt - so check your year in the table below.

Oil by model year

Model yearsOil typeCapacity
2018-20260W-20 / 5W-304.4-5.4 qt
2012-20170W-20 / 5W-304.4-5.4 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 CX-5 year

Frequently asked

What kind of oil does a Mazda CX-5 take?

The Mazda CX-5 takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.4-5.4 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2012-2017 models take 4.4-5.4 qt - so check your year in the table below.

How many quarts of oil does a Mazda CX-5 take?

About 4.4-5.4 qt with a filter change on 2018-2026 models, and 4.4-5.4 qt on 2012-2017 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 Mazda CX-5?

Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2026: 0W-20/5W-30; 2012-2017: 0W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.

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