Toyota Camry Oil Capacity & Oil Type
TL;DR
Camry oil capacity ranges from about 4.5 to 6.4 US qt depending on generation and engine (four-cylinder vs V6). Always confirm with your owner's manual or oil filler cap, since the same model name covers several different engines over the years.
Why there is no single Camry oil capacity
The Toyota Camry has used at least five distinct gasoline engine codes since 2007, and each one has its own oil capacity and factory-recommended viscosity. Two Camrys from different years, even with the same 2.5L or 3.5L displacement label, can require noticeably different amounts of oil because the engine itself changed generation. Quoting one universal number for the whole nameplate is the single biggest source of error in online oil-capacity charts.
Capacity and viscosity by engine code
| Engine code / years | Capacity with filter (L / US qt) | Viscosity |
|---|---|---|
| 2AZ-FE 2.4L (2007-2011) | 4.3 L / 4.5 qt | 0W-20 preferred (5W-20 acceptable) |
| 2AR-FE 2.5L (2012-2017) | 4.4 L / 4.6 qt | 0W-20 |
| A25A-FKS 2.5L (2018-2024) | 4.5 L / 4.8 qt | 0W-16 |
| A25A-FXS 2.5L Hybrid (2018-2024) | 4.5 L / 4.8 qt | 0W-16 |
| 2GR-FE V6 3.5L (2007-2017) | 6.1 L / 6.4 qt | 5W-30 (2007-2011), 0W-20 (2012-2017) |
| 2GR-FKS V6 3.5L (2018-2024) | approx. 5.4-5.8 L / 5.7-6.1 qt (sources vary) | 0W-20 |
Find your exact engine code
Do not assume from the model year alone. The engine code is stamped on a sticker under the hood or listed in your owner's manual specifications page, and it is the only reliable way to match the correct row above to your car.
Where to get the number that is guaranteed correct for your car
- The owner's manual maintenance or specifications section, which lists exact capacity and viscosity for your specific engine and market.
- The oil filler cap on the engine, which is often stamped with the recommended viscosity grade.
- The driver's door jamb placard, which mainly covers tire and loading data but sometimes references the manual section for fluids.
- A Toyota dealer parts or service department, which can look up the factory figure from your VIN.
Why the V6 figure is given as a range
For the 2018-and-later 2GR-FKS V6, credible lookup sources disagree, with figures seen between about 5.7 and 6.1 US qt (5.4 to 5.8 L). Rather than pick one arbitrarily, this page reports the range so you can confirm the precise figure against your own owner's manual or dipstick reading before topping off.
Summary
| 2.4L (2AZ-FE, 2007-2011) | 4.3 L / 4.5 US qt, 0W-20 |
|---|---|
| 2.5L (2AR-FE, 2012-2017) | 4.4 L / 4.6 US qt, 0W-20 |
| 2.5L (A25A-FKS, 2018-2024) | 4.5 L / 4.8 US qt, 0W-16 |
| 2.5L Hybrid (A25A-FXS, 2018-2024) | 4.5 L / 4.8 US qt, 0W-16 |
| 3.5L V6 (2GR-FE, 2007-2017) | 6.1 L / 6.4 US qt, 5W-30 or 0W-20 |
| 3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS, 2018-2024) | approx. 5.4-5.8 L / 5.7-6.1 US qt, 0W-20 |
| Authoritative source | Owner's manual and oil filler cap for your VIN |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Toyota Camry: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
How much oil does a Toyota Camry take with a filter change?
It depends on the engine. Four-cylinder Camrys take roughly 4.5 to 4.8 US quarts (4.3 to 4.5 liters), while V6 Camrys take roughly 5.7 to 6.4 US quarts (5.4 to 6.1 liters). Check your engine code (stamped under the hood) against the table on this page, or read your owner's manual, to get the exact figure for your car.
What oil viscosity does my Camry need?
Camrys built 2018 and later with the 2.5L A25A-FKS or A25A-FXS engine use 0W-16. Camrys from 2012-2017 with the 2.5L 2AR-FE or 2012-2017 V6 2GR-FE use 0W-20, and earlier 2007-2011 four-cylinders use 0W-20 (5W-20 acceptable). The V6 2GR-FKS from 2018 onward uses 0W-20. Always confirm on your oil filler cap or in the owner's manual, since using the wrong grade can affect fuel economy and cold-start protection.
Does the Camry Hybrid take a different amount of oil than the gas-only model?
For 2018-2024 model years, the hybrid (A25A-FXS) and the standard gas 2.5L (A25A-FKS) share essentially the same 4.5 liter / 4.8 quart capacity and 0W-16 viscosity requirement, since they share the same base engine architecture. Earlier hybrid generations used a different engine code, so always check your specific year.
Why do different websites give different oil capacity numbers for the same Camry year?
Many oil-capacity charts do not distinguish between engine generations that share a similar displacement label, and some copy outdated figures forward when Toyota updates an engine mid-generation. The safest approach is to match your car's actual engine code, found under the hood or in the owner's manual, to a source that lists that code specifically rather than just the model year.