Ford Focus Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ford Focus takes 5W-20 or 5W-30 or 5W-50 engine oil, about 4.5-5.7 qt with a filter change, on 2017-2018 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2016 models take 4.3-5.7 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-2018 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 / 5W-50 | 4.5-5.7 qt | Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30Shop 5W-50 |
| 2016 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 / 5W-50 | 4.3-5.7 qt | Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30Shop 5W-50 |
| 2015 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.3-5.7 qt | Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2013-2014 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.5-5.7 qt | Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2005-2012 | 5W-20 | 4.5 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
| 2002-2004 | 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 4-4.5 qt | Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2000-2001 | 5W-20 | 4-4.5 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 Focus year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Ford Focus take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ford Focus takes 5W-20 or 5W-30 or 5W-50 engine oil, about 4.5-5.7 qt with a filter change, on 2017-2018 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2016 models take 4.3-5.7 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Ford Focus take?
About 4.5-5.7 qt with a filter change on 2017-2018 models, and 4.3-5.7 qt on 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 Ford Focus?
Yes. We record 7 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2017-2018: 5W-20/5W-30/5W-50; 2016: 5W-20/5W-30/5W-50; 2015: 5W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 19 of 19 model years is checked against a cited source, most often Car Specs - Ford Focus oil capacity, cararac - Ford Focus and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2018 Ford Focus, 1.0L 3-cyl turbo. Each year page lists its own sources.
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