1983 Mazda 626 Oil Type & Capacity: 5W-30 (4.12 quarts)
The 1983 Mazda 626 takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.12 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 4.12 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F) 30 (35Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) 40 (Below 90Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | — | 3.80 QTS. | — |
| Base, 2D Coupe, Standard — 2.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F) 30 (35Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) 40 (Below 90Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | — | 3.80 QTS. | — |
| Base, 4D Hatchback — 2.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F) 30 (35Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) 40 (Below 90Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | — | 3.80 QTS. | — |
| Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F) 30 (35Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) 40 (Below 90Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | — | 3.80 QTS. | — |
| Base, 4D Sedan, Standard — 2.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F) 30 (35Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) 40 (Below 90Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | — | 3.80 QTS. | — |
| LX, 4D Hatchback, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F) 30 (35Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) 40 (Below 90Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | — | 3.80 QTS. | — |
| LX, 4D Hatchback, Standard — 2.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F) 30 (35Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) 40 (Below 90Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | — | 3.80 QTS. | — |
| LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F) 30 (35Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) 40 (Below 90Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | — | 3.80 QTS. | — |
| LX, 4D Sedan, Standard — 2.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F) 30 (35Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) 40 (Below 90Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | — | 3.80 QTS. | — |
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Coolant capacity
7.3 quarts (6.9 L) — With Heater 7.3 qts. - Without Heater 6.9 qts.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1983 Mazda 626 take?
The 1983 Mazda 626 takes 5W-30 motor oil (SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F) 30 (35Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) 40 (Below 90Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
What is the oil capacity of a 1983 Mazda 626?
The 1983 Mazda 626 oil capacity is 4.12 quarts with a filter change, or 3.8 quarts without changing the filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1983 Mazda 626?
Most 1983 Mazda 626 owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Mazda recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1983 Mazda 626?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1983 Mazda 626. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.