Jeep Compass Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Jeep Compass takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 5 qt with a filter change, on 2023-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2018-2022 models use 0W-20 (5.5 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-2026 | 5W-30 | 5 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2018-2022 | 0W-20 | 5.5 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2017 | 0W-20 / 5W-20 | 4.5-5.5 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-20 |
| 2012-2016 | 5W-20 | 4.5 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
| 2011 | 5W-30 | 4.5 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2007-2010 | 5W-20 | 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 Compass year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Jeep Compass take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Jeep Compass takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 5 qt with a filter change, on 2023-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2018-2022 models use 0W-20 (5.5 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Jeep Compass take?
About 5 qt with a filter change on 2023-2026 models, and 5.5 qt on 2018-2022 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 Jeep Compass?
Yes. We record 6 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2023-2026: 5W-30; 2018-2022: 0W-20; 2017: 0W-20/5W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 20 of 20 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Jeep Compass, AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Jeep Compass, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (EC1) and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2025 Jeep Compass, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (EC1). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.