Ford Fiesta Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ford Fiesta takes 5W-20 engine oil, about 4.3 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2019 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2017 models take 4.3-4.9 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-2019 | 5W-20 | 4.3 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
| 2017 | 5W-20 | 4.3-4.9 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
| 2016 | 5W-20 | 4.3-4.5 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
| 2014-2015 | 5W-20 | 4.3 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
| 2011-2013 | 5W-20 | 4.2 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
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 Fiesta year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Ford Fiesta take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ford Fiesta takes 5W-20 engine oil, about 4.3 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2019 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2017 models take 4.3-4.9 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Ford Fiesta take?
About 4.3 qt with a filter change on 2018-2019 models, and 4.3-4.9 qt on 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 Ford Fiesta?
Yes. We record 5 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2019: 5W-20; 2017: 5W-20; 2016: 5W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 9 of 9 model years is checked against a cited source, most often AMSOIL lookup guide - 2019 Ford Fiesta, 1.6L 4-cyl, AMSOIL lookup guide - 2019 Ford Fiesta, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2018 Ford Fiesta, 1.6L 4-cyl. Each year page lists its own sources.
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