Scion tC Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Scion tC takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.6 qt with a filter change, on 2011-2016 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2010 models take 4 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-2016 | 0W-20 | 4.6 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2010 | 0W-20 | 4 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2007-2009 | 5W-20 | 4 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
| 2005-2006 | 5W-30 | 4 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 tC year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Scion tC take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Scion tC takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.6 qt with a filter change, on 2011-2016 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2010 models take 4 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Scion tC take?
About 4.6 qt with a filter change on 2011-2016 models, and 4 qt on 2010 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 Scion tC?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2011-2016: 0W-20; 2010: 0W-20; 2007-2009: 5W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 12 of 12 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Scion tC, Car Specs - Scion tC oil capacity and CarSpecFinder - Scion tC oil. Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.