Subaru Crosstrek Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Subaru Crosstrek takes 0W-16 engine oil, about 4.6 qt with a filter change, on 2024-2027 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2019-2023 models use 0W-20 (4.4-4.6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2027 | 0W-16 | 4.6 qt | Shop 0W-16 |
| 2019-2023 | 0W-20 | 4.4-4.6 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2018 | 0W-20 | 4.6 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2017 | 0W-20 | 5.1 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2016 | 5W-40 | 5.1 qt | Shop 5W-40 |
| 2013-2015 | 0W-20 | 5.1 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 Crosstrek year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Subaru Crosstrek take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Subaru Crosstrek takes 0W-16 engine oil, about 4.6 qt with a filter change, on 2024-2027 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2019-2023 models use 0W-20 (4.4-4.6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Subaru Crosstrek take?
About 4.6 qt with a filter change on 2024-2027 models, and 4.4-4.6 qt on 2019-2023 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 Crosstrek?
Yes. We record 6 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2024-2027: 0W-16; 2019-2023: 0W-20; 2018: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 15 of 15 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Subaru Crosstrek, Car Specs - Subaru Crosstrek oil capacity and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Subaru Crosstrek, 2.5L 4-cyl (FB25D, FB25X). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-10-08. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.