Ram 2500 Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ram 2500 takes 0W-40 or 10W-30 engine oil, about 7-12 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2019-2023 models take 7-12 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 0W-40 / 10W-30 | 7-12 qt | Shop 0W-40Shop 10W-30 |
| 2019-2023 | 0W-40 / 10W-30 | 7-12 qt | Shop 0W-40Shop 10W-30 |
| 2014-2018 | 0W-40 / 15W-40 / 5W-20 | 7-12 qt | Shop 0W-40Shop 15W-40Shop 5W-20 |
| 2011-2013 | 15W-40 / 5W-20 | 7-12 qt | Shop 15W-40Shop 5W-20 |
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.
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Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Ram 2500 take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ram 2500 takes 0W-40 or 10W-30 engine oil, about 7-12 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2019-2023 models take 7-12 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Ram 2500 take?
About 7-12 qt with a filter change on 2025-2026 models, and 7-12 qt on 2019-2023 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 Ram 2500?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2025-2026: 0W-40/10W-30; 2019-2023: 0W-40/10W-30; 2014-2018: 0W-40/15W-40/5W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.