Toyota RAV4 Oil Type & Capacity
The Toyota RAV4 takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.5-4.8 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2013-2018 models take 4.6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2019-2026 | 0W-20 | 4.5-4.8 qt |
| 2013-2018 | 0W-20 | 4.6 qt |
| 2006-2012 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.5-6.4 qt |
| 2001-2005 | 5W-30 | 4-4.4 qt |
| 1996-2000 | 5W-30 | 4.1-4.3 qt |
| 1994-1995 | 5W-30 | 4.1 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 RAV4 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Toyota RAV4 take?
The Toyota RAV4 takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.5-4.8 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2013-2018 models take 4.6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Toyota RAV4 take?
About 4.5-4.8 qt with a filter change on 2019-2026 models, and 4.6 qt on 2013-2018 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 RAV4?
Yes. We record 6 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2019-2026: 0W-20; 2013-2018: 0W-20; 2006-2012: 0W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.