1987 Plymouth Reliant Oil Type & Capacity: 5W-20 (4.0 quarts)

The 1987 Plymouth Reliant takes 5W-20 motor oil — 4.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

5W-204.0 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
Base, 2D Sedan, AutomaticAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
Base, 2D Sedan, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
Base, 4D Sedan, AutomaticAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
Base, 4D Sedan, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
LE, 2D Sedan, 2.2 D, AutomaticAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
LE, 2D Sedan, 2.2 D, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
LE, 2D Sedan, 2.5 KAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
LE, 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, AutomaticAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
LE, 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
LE, 4D Sedan, 2.5 KAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
LE, 4D Wagon, 2.2 D, AutomaticAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
LE, 4D Wagon, 2.2 D, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
LE, 4D Wagon, 2.5 KAPI - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
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Coolant capacity

9.0 quarts (8.51 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water. Includes: 1 pt. in coolant reserve tank.

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 1987 Plymouth Reliant take?

The 1987 Plymouth Reliant takes 5W-20 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.

What is the oil capacity of a 1987 Plymouth Reliant?

The 1987 Plymouth Reliant oil capacity is 4.0 quarts with a filter change.

How often should I change the oil in my 1987 Plymouth Reliant?

Most 1987 Plymouth Reliant 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 — Plymouth recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 1987 Plymouth Reliant?

Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1987 Plymouth Reliant. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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