Subaru BRZ Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Subaru BRZ takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.3 qt with a filter change, on 2022-2027 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2013-2020 models take 5.7 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2027 | 0W-20 | 5.3 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2013-2020 | 0W-20 | 5.7 qt | Shop 0W-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 BRZ year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Subaru BRZ take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Subaru BRZ takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.3 qt with a filter change, on 2022-2027 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2013-2020 models take 5.7 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Subaru BRZ take?
About 5.3 qt with a filter change on 2022-2027 models, and 5.7 qt on 2013-2020 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 Subaru BRZ?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2022-2027: 0W-20; 2013-2020: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 14 of 14 model years is checked against a cited source, most often AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Subaru BRZ, 2.4L 4-cyl (FA24D), Subaru of America Media Center and EPA fuel economy listing (2027 engines). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-10-08. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.