Mercedes-Benz E-Class Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Mercedes-Benz E-Class takes 0W-20 or 0W-40 engine oil, about 5.6-8.5 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2024 models take 6.3-10.5 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 0W-20 / 0W-40 | 5.6-8.5 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 0W-40 |
| 2024 | 0W-20 / 0W-40 | 6.3-10.5 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 0W-40 |
| 2023 | 0W-40 | 7-9.5 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
| 2022 | 0W-40 | 7-9 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
| 2021 | 0W-40 | 7-9.5 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
| 2020 | 0W-40 / 5W-40 | 6.3-9.5 qt | Shop 0W-40Shop 5W-40 |
| 2019 | 0W-40 / 5W-40 | 6.9-9.5 qt | Shop 0W-40Shop 5W-40 |
| 2018 | 0W-40 | 6.9-9.5 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
| 2017 | 0W-40 | 6.9-8.5 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
| 2012-2016 | 0W-40 / 5W-40 | 6.9-9 qt | Shop 0W-40Shop 5W-40 |
| 2011 | 0W-40 / 5W-40 | 7.4-9.3 qt | Shop 0W-40Shop 5W-40 |
| 2007-2010 | 0W-40 / 5W-40 | 8.5-9.3 qt | Shop 0W-40Shop 5W-40 |
| 2005-2006 | 0W-40 | 7.7-9 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
| 2004 | 0W-40 | 8.5-9 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
| 2003 | 0W-40 | 7.9-9 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
| 1998-2002 | 0W-40 | 7.9-8.5 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
| 1997 | 0W-40 | 7.4-8.5 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
| 1996 | 0W-40 | 7.4-7.9 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
| 1994-1995 | 0W-40 | 7.9-8.5 qt | Shop 0W-40 |
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 E-Class year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Mercedes-Benz E-Class take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Mercedes-Benz E-Class takes 0W-20 or 0W-40 engine oil, about 5.6-8.5 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2024 models take 6.3-10.5 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Mercedes-Benz E-Class take?
About 5.6-8.5 qt with a filter change on 2025-2026 models, and 6.3-10.5 qt on 2024 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 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
Yes. We record 19 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2025-2026: 0W-20/0W-40; 2024: 0W-20/0W-40; 2023: 0W-40. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 33 of 33 model years is checked against a cited source, most often AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (254.920), AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo (256.830), E450 and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo (256.830), E53 AMG. Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.