Scion tC Oil Type & Capacity
The Scion tC takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4-4.6 qt with a filter change, on 2005-2016 models. That has been the factory spec across every year we cover.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2005-2016 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4-4.6 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 tC year
2016 Scion tC0W-20/5W-302015 Scion tC0W-20/5W-302014 Scion tC0W-20/5W-302013 Scion tC0W-20/5W-302012 Scion tC0W-20/5W-302011 Scion tC0W-20/5W-302010 Scion tC0W-20/5W-302009 Scion tC0W-20/5W-302008 Scion tC0W-20/5W-302007 Scion tC0W-20/5W-302006 Scion tC0W-20/5W-302005 Scion tC0W-20/5W-30
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Scion tC take?
The Scion tC takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4-4.6 qt with a filter change, on 2005-2016 models. That has been the factory spec across every year we cover.
How many quarts of oil does a Scion tC take?
About 4-4.6 qt with a filter change on 2005-2016 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 Scion tC?
No - every year we cover uses 0W-20 or 5W-30.