Lexus IS Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Lexus IS takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 6-6.8 qt with a filter change, on 2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2022-2025 models use 0W-20 or 5W-30 (4.9-9.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0W-20 | 6-6.8 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2022-2025 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.9-9.1 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2018-2021 | 0W-20 | 4.9-6.8 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2016-2017 | 0W-20 | 4.9-6.8 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2014-2015 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 6.6-6.8 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2011-2013 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 6.7-6.8 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2006-2010 | 5W-30 | 6.7-6.8 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2001-2005 | 5W-30 | 5.7 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 IS year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Lexus IS take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Lexus IS takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 6-6.8 qt with a filter change, on 2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2022-2025 models use 0W-20 or 5W-30 (4.9-9.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Lexus IS take?
About 6-6.8 qt with a filter change on 2026 models, and 4.9-9.1 qt on 2022-2025 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 IS?
Yes. We record 8 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2026: 0W-20; 2022-2025: 0W-20/5W-30; 2018-2021: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 26 of 26 model years is checked against a cited source, most often AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Lexus IS, 3.5L 6-cyl (2GR-FKS), AMSOIL lookup guide - 2025 Lexus IS, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (8AR-FTS) and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2025 Lexus IS, 3.5L 6-cyl (2GR-FKS). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.