Ford Fusion Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ford Fusion takes 0W-20 or 5W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.2-5.7 qt with a filter change, on 2020 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2019 models take 4.2-6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0W-20 / 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.2-5.7 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2019 | 0W-20 / 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.2-6 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2018 | 0W-20 / 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.2-6 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2017 | 0W-20 / 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.3-6 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2013-2016 | 0W-20 / 5W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.3-5.7 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2010-2012 | 5W-20 | 5-6 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
| 2006-2009 | 5W-20 | 4.5-6 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 Fusion year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Ford Fusion take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Ford Fusion takes 0W-20 or 5W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.2-5.7 qt with a filter change, on 2020 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2019 models take 4.2-6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Ford Fusion take?
About 4.2-5.7 qt with a filter change on 2020 models, and 4.2-6 qt on 2019 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 Fusion?
Yes. We record 7 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2020: 0W-20/5W-20/5W-30; 2019: 0W-20/5W-20/5W-30; 2018: 0W-20/5W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 15 of 15 model years is checked against a cited source, most often Car Specs - Ford Fusion oil capacity, AMSOIL lookup guide - 2020 Ford Fusion, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2020 Ford Fusion, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo. Each year page lists its own sources.
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