1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata Oil Type & Capacity
The 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata takes 4 quarts (3.75 liters) of 5W-30 oil with a filter change.
Key takeaways
- Oil: 5W-30, about 4 quarts with a filter change.
- Use a quality full synthetic that meets this viscosity grade.
- Change the oil filter every time you change the oil.
Oil viscosity5W-30
Capacity (with filter)4 qt
| Engine | Viscosity | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| MX-5 / Miata | 5W-30 | 4 qt / 3.75 L |
Capacities are with an oil-filter change. Confirm on the dipstick after refilling.
Verified fitLast checked
Sources: cararac - Mazda MX-5 Miata
Reviewed by the GarageDex editorial team against manufacturer and retailer fitment data.
Capacities shown include the oil filter. Always confirm against your dipstick after refilling.
Oil & filter for the 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata
You need 5W-30 oil (4 quarts with a filter change). Buy the oil and a filter together; a DIY oil change takes about 30 minutes, or any shop can do it.
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Shop 5W-30 oil + filterFrequently asked
How much oil does a 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata take?
It takes 4 quarts (3.75 liters) with an oil-filter change.
What kind of oil does a 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata use?
5W-30 full-synthetic motor oil.
See where this sits in our study of the most common engine oil viscosities in the US.