1987 Toyota MR2 Oil Type & Capacity
The 1987 Toyota MR2 takes 5W-30 motor oil — 3.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 3.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic — 1.6L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 or 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 3.50 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| Standard — 1.6L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 or 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 3.50 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
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1987 Toyota MR2 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
13.6 quarts (12.87 L) — Ethylene glycol coolant (Do not use alcohol type)
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1987 Toyota MR2 take?
The 1987 Toyota MR2 takes 5W-30 motor oil (SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 or 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1987 Toyota MR2 take?
The 1987 Toyota MR2 holds 3.5 quarts with a filter change, or 3.2 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1987 Toyota MR2?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1987 Toyota MR2. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.