Subaru Outback Oil Type & Capacity
The Subaru Outback takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.4 qt with a filter change, on 2020-2021 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2013-2019 models take 5.1 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-2021 | 0W-20 | 4.4 qt |
| 2013-2019 | 0W-20 | 5.1 qt |
| 2010-2011 | 5W-30 | 4.4 qt |
| 2005-2008 | 5W-30 | 4.4 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 Outback year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Subaru Outback take?
The Subaru Outback takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.4 qt with a filter change, on 2020-2021 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2013-2019 models take 5.1 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Subaru Outback take?
About 4.4 qt with a filter change on 2020-2021 models, and 5.1 qt on 2013-2019 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 Outback?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2020-2021: 0W-20; 2013-2019: 0W-20; 2010-2011: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.