Subaru Legacy Oil Type & Capacity
The Subaru Legacy takes 0W-20 or 0W-30 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 5.1-6.9 qt with a filter change, on 2015-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2009-2014 models take 4.2-6.2 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2015-2026 | 0W-20 / 0W-30 / 5W-30 | 5.1-6.9 qt |
| 2009-2014 | 0W-20 / 0W-30 / 5W-30 | 4.2-6.2 qt |
| 2004-2008 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.2-5.8 qt |
| 1989-2003 | 5W-30 | 4.2-4.8 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 Legacy year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Subaru Legacy take?
The Subaru Legacy takes 0W-20 or 0W-30 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 5.1-6.9 qt with a filter change, on 2015-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2009-2014 models take 4.2-6.2 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Subaru Legacy take?
About 5.1-6.9 qt with a filter change on 2015-2026 models, and 4.2-6.2 qt on 2009-2014 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 Subaru Legacy?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2015-2026: 0W-20/0W-30/5W-30; 2009-2014: 0W-20/0W-30/5W-30; 2004-2008: 0W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.