1989 Plymouth Colt Oil Type & Capacity: 5W-20 (4.5 quarts)
The 1989 Plymouth Colt takes 5W-20 motor oil — 4.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 4.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 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) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| DL, 1.5 X, Automatic | 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) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| DL, 1.5 X, Standard | 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) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| DL, 1.8 T | 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) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| E | 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) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| GT, 1.5 X, Automatic | 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) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| GT, 1.5 X, Standard | 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) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| GT, 1.6 Z | 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) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
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Coolant capacity
5.3 quarts (5.01 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1989 Plymouth Colt take?
The 1989 Plymouth Colt 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 1989 Plymouth Colt?
The 1989 Plymouth Colt oil capacity is 4.5 quarts with a filter change, or 4.0 quarts without changing the filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1989 Plymouth Colt?
Most 1989 Plymouth Colt 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 1989 Plymouth Colt?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1989 Plymouth Colt. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.