Citroen C3 Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Citroen C3 takes 0W-30 engine oil, about 3.4 qt with a filter change, on 2017-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2010-2016 models use 0W-30 or 5W-30 (3.4-4.5 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-2026 | 0W-30 | 3.4 qt | Shop 0W-30 |
| 2010-2016 | 0W-30 / 5W-30 | 3.4-4.5 qt | Shop 0W-30Shop 5W-30 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every C3 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Citroen C3 take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Citroen C3 takes 0W-30 engine oil, about 3.4 qt with a filter change, on 2017-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2010-2016 models use 0W-30 or 5W-30 (3.4-4.5 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Citroen C3 take?
About 3.4 qt with a filter change on 2017-2026 models, and 3.4-4.5 qt on 2010-2016 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 Citroen C3?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2017-2026: 0W-30; 2010-2016: 0W-30/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 17 of 17 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Citroen C3. Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.