Toyota Matrix Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Toyota Matrix takes 0W-20 or 5W-20 engine oil, about 4-4.4 qt with a filter change, on 2011-2013 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2009-2010 models use 5W-20 (4-4.4 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-2013 | 0W-20 / 5W-20 | 4-4.4 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-20 |
| 2009-2010 | 5W-20 | 4-4.4 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
| 2007-2008 | 5W-30 | 4.4 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2003-2006 | 5W-30 | 4.4-4.6 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 Matrix year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Toyota Matrix take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Toyota Matrix takes 0W-20 or 5W-20 engine oil, about 4-4.4 qt with a filter change, on 2011-2013 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2009-2010 models use 5W-20 (4-4.4 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Toyota Matrix take?
About 4-4.4 qt with a filter change on 2011-2013 models, and 4-4.4 qt on 2009-2010 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 Toyota Matrix?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2011-2013: 0W-20/5W-20; 2009-2010: 5W-20; 2007-2008: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 11 of 11 model years is checked against a cited source, most often AMSOIL lookup guide - 2013 Toyota Matrix, 1.8L 4-cyl (2ZR-FE), AMSOIL lookup guide - 2013 Toyota Matrix, 2.4L 4-cyl (2AZ-FE) and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2012 Toyota Matrix, 1.8L 4-cyl (2ZR-FE). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-09-23. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.