Toyota 4Runner Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Toyota 4Runner takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.9 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2011-2024 models take 6.6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 0W-20 | 5.9 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2011-2024 | 0W-20 | 6.6 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2010 | 0W-20 | 6.1-6.6 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2003-2009 | 5W-30 | 5.5-6.6 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2001-2002 | 5W-30 | 5.5 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 1998-2000 | 5W-30 | 5.5-5.7 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 1996-1997 | 10W-30 | 5.5-5.7 qt | Shop 10W-30 |
| 1993-1995 | 10W-30 | 4.5 qt | Shop 10W-30 |
| 1992 | 10W-30 | 4.5-4.8 qt | Shop 10W-30 |
| 1991 | 10W-40 | 4.5-4.8 qt | Shop 10W-40 |
| 1990 | 10W-30 | 4.5-4.8 qt | Shop 10W-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 4Runner year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Toyota 4Runner take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Toyota 4Runner takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.9 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2011-2024 models take 6.6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Toyota 4Runner take?
About 5.9 qt with a filter change on 2025-2026 models, and 6.6 qt on 2011-2024 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 Toyota 4Runner?
Yes. We record 11 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2025-2026: 0W-20; 2011-2024: 0W-20; 2010: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 37 of 37 model years is checked against a cited source, most often AMSOIL - 2014 4Runner 4.0L (engine code 1GR-FE Z) lookup, Costa Oil - 2014 Toyota 4Runner 4.0L oil change guide and cararac - Toyota 4Runner. Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-09-23. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.