Lexus ES Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Lexus ES takes 0W-16 or 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.8-5.7 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2025 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2013-2018 models use 0W-20 (4.6-6.4 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-2025 | 0W-16 / 0W-20 | 4.8-5.7 qt | Shop 0W-16Shop 0W-20 |
| 2013-2018 | 0W-20 | 4.6-6.4 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2007-2012 | 5W-30 | 6.4 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 1998-2006 | 5W-30 | 5 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 1994-1997 | 10W-30 | 5 qt | Shop 10W-30 |
| 1992-1993 | 10W-30 | 4.5 qt | Shop 10W-30 |
| 1990-1991 | 10W-30 | 4.1 qt | Shop 10W-30 |
| 1989 | 5W-30 | 4.1 qt | Shop 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 ES year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Lexus ES take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Lexus ES takes 0W-16 or 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.8-5.7 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2025 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2013-2018 models use 0W-20 (4.6-6.4 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Lexus ES take?
About 4.8-5.7 qt with a filter change on 2019-2025 models, and 4.6-6.4 qt on 2013-2018 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 Lexus ES?
Yes. We record 8 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2019-2025: 0W-16/0W-20; 2013-2018: 0W-20; 2007-2012: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 37 of 37 model years is checked against a cited source, most often AMSOIL lookup guide - 2025 Lexus ES, 2.5L 4-cyl (A25A-FKS), AMSOIL lookup guide - 2025 Lexus ES, 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid (A25A-FXS) and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2025 Lexus ES, 3.5L 6-cyl (2GR-FKS). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-09-23. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.