Toyota Tundra Oil Type & Capacity
The Toyota Tundra takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 8.5 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2021 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2015-2017 models take 7.9 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-2021 | 0W-20 | 8.5 qt |
| 2015-2017 | 0W-20 | 7.9 qt |
| 2014 | 0W-20 | 5.5-7.9 qt |
| 2013 | 0W-20 | 6.4 qt |
| 2012 | 0W-20 | 6.6 qt |
| 2011 | 0W-20 | 6.4 qt |
| 2009-2010 | 5W-30 | 5.5 qt |
| 2005-2008 | 5W-30 | 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 Tundra year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Toyota Tundra take?
The Toyota Tundra takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 8.5 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2021 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2015-2017 models take 7.9 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Toyota Tundra take?
About 8.5 qt with a filter change on 2018-2021 models, and 7.9 qt on 2015-2017 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 Tundra?
Yes. We record 8 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2021: 0W-20; 2015-2017: 0W-20; 2014: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.