1991 Daihatsu Charade Oil Type & Capacity
The 1991 Daihatsu Charade takes 5W-30 motor oil — 3.3 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 3.3 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE, 2D Hatchback, 1.0 0, G100 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 3.30 QTS. | 2.90 QTS. | — |
| SE, 2D Hatchback, 1.0 0, G102 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 3.30 QTS. | 2.90 QTS. | — |
| SE, 2D Hatchback, 1.3 2 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 3.30 QTS. | 2.90 QTS. | — |
| SE, 4D Sedan, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 3.30 QTS. | 2.90 QTS. | — |
| SE, 4D Sedan, Standard, G100 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 3.30 QTS. | 2.90 QTS. | — |
| SE, 4D Sedan, Standard, G102 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 3.30 QTS. | 2.90 QTS. | — |
| SX | SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 3.30 QTS. | 2.90 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Charade
1991 Daihatsu Charade factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
4.1 quarts (3.88 L) — Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze Coolant
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1991 Daihatsu Charade take?
The 1991 Daihatsu Charade takes 5W-30 motor oil (SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1991 Daihatsu Charade take?
The 1991 Daihatsu Charade holds 3.3 quarts with a filter change, or 2.9 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1991 Daihatsu Charade?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1991 Daihatsu Charade. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.