Volvo XC90 Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Volvo XC90 takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.9-6.4 qt with a filter change, on 2023-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2018-2022 models take 5.9 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-2026 | 0W-20 | 5.9-6.4 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2018-2022 | 0W-20 | 5.9 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2017 | 0W-20 | 6.2 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2016 | 0W-20 | 5.7-6.2 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2012-2014 | 0W-30 | 7.2 qt | Shop 0W-30 |
| 2011 | 0W-30 | 7.1-7.2 qt | Shop 0W-30 |
| 2008-2010 | 0W-30 | 7.1-7.8 qt | Shop 0W-30 |
| 2007 | 0W-30 | 7.1-8.1 qt | Shop 0W-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 XC90 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Volvo XC90 take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Volvo XC90 takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.9-6.4 qt with a filter change, on 2023-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2018-2022 models take 5.9 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Volvo XC90 take?
About 5.9-6.4 qt with a filter change on 2023-2026 models, and 5.9 qt on 2018-2022 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 Volvo XC90?
Yes. We record 8 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2023-2026: 0W-20; 2018-2022: 0W-20; 2017: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 19 of 19 model years is checked against a cited source, most often AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Volvo XC90, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (B4204T57), AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Volvo XC90, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (B420T, B420T11) and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2025 Volvo XC90, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (B4204T57). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.