Toyota 4Runner Oil Type & Capacity
The Toyota 4Runner takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 6.4 qt with a filter change, on 2010-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2003-2009 models use 5W-30 (5.5-6.6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2010-2026 | 0W-20 | 6.4 qt |
| 2003-2009 | 5W-30 | 5.5-6.6 qt |
| 1996-2002 | 5W-30 | 5.5-5.7 qt |
| 1990-1995 | 10W-40 / 5W-30 | 5.5-7.2 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 4Runner year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Toyota 4Runner take?
The Toyota 4Runner takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 6.4 qt with a filter change, on 2010-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2003-2009 models use 5W-30 (5.5-6.6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Toyota 4Runner take?
About 6.4 qt with a filter change on 2010-2026 models, and 5.5-6.6 qt on 2003-2009 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 Toyota 4Runner?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2010-2026: 0W-20; 2003-2009: 5W-30; 1996-2002: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.