Renault Megane Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Renault Megane takes 5W-30 or 5W-40 engine oil, about 4.5-7.1 qt with a filter change, on 2017-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2011-2016 models use 10W-40 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (3.7-5.8 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2017-2026 | 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 4.5-7.1 qt |
| 2011-2016 | 10W-40 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 3.7-5.8 qt |
| 2010 | 0W-40 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 5.1-7 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 Megane year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Renault Megane take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Renault Megane takes 5W-30 or 5W-40 engine oil, about 4.5-7.1 qt with a filter change, on 2017-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2011-2016 models use 10W-40 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (3.7-5.8 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Renault Megane take?
About 4.5-7.1 qt with a filter change on 2017-2026 models, and 3.7-5.8 qt on 2011-2016 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 Renault Megane?
Yes. We record 3 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2017-2026: 5W-30/5W-40; 2011-2016: 10W-40/5W-30/5W-40; 2010: 0W-40/5W-30/5W-40. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.