1993 Isuzu Amigo Oil Type & Capacity
The 1993 Isuzu Amigo oil type depends on the engine: the S, 2.3 L takes 5W-30 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the S, 2.6 E, 4WD takes 5W-30 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the S, 2.6 E, RWD, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the S, 2.6 E, RWD, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the XS, 4WD takes 5W-30 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the XS, RWD, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the XS, RWD, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.4 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- S, 2.3 L: 5W-30, 3.7 quarts with filter
- S, 2.6 E, 4WD: 5W-30, 4.4 quarts with filter
- S, 2.6 E, RWD, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.4 quarts with filter
- S, 2.6 E, RWD, Standard: 5W-30, 4.4 quarts with filter
- XS, 4WD: 5W-30, 4.4 quarts with filter
- XS, RWD, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.4 quarts with filter
- XS, RWD, Standard: 5W-30, 4.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S, 2.3 L — 2.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 30 (Above 40Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | — |
| S, 2.6 E, 4WD — 2.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 30 (Above 40Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 4.40 QTS. | 3.90 QTS. | — |
| S, 2.6 E, RWD, Automatic — 2.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 30 (Above 40Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 4.40 QTS. | 3.90 QTS. | — |
| S, 2.6 E, RWD, Standard — 2.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 30 (Above 40Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 4.40 QTS. | 3.90 QTS. | — |
| XS, 4WD — 2.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 30 (Above 40Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 4.40 QTS. | 3.90 QTS. | — |
| XS, RWD, Automatic — 2.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 30 (Above 40Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 4.40 QTS. | 3.90 QTS. | — |
| XS, RWD, Standard — 2.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 30 (Above 40Deg.F), 15W-40, 20W-40/50 (Above 10Deg.F) | 4.40 QTS. | 3.90 QTS. | — |
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Coolant capacity
9.5 quarts (8.99 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1993 Isuzu Amigo take?
It depends on the engine: S, 2.3 L uses 5W-30; S, 2.6 E, 4WD uses 5W-30; S, 2.6 E, RWD, Automatic uses 5W-30; S, 2.6 E, RWD, Standard uses 5W-30; XS, 4WD uses 5W-30; XS, RWD, Automatic uses 5W-30; XS, RWD, Standard uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 1993 Isuzu Amigo?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: S, 2.3 L holds 3.7 quarts with filter; S, 2.6 E, 4WD holds 4.4 quarts with filter; S, 2.6 E, RWD, Automatic holds 4.4 quarts with filter; S, 2.6 E, RWD, Standard holds 4.4 quarts with filter; XS, 4WD holds 4.4 quarts with filter; XS, RWD, Automatic holds 4.4 quarts with filter; XS, RWD, Standard holds 4.4 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1993 Isuzu Amigo?
Most 1993 Isuzu Amigo 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 — Isuzu recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1993 Isuzu Amigo?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1993 Isuzu Amigo. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.