1993 Mazda MPV Oil Type & Capacity
The 1993 Mazda MPV oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 3D Van Cargo takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 3D Van Wagon, 2.6 1 takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 3D Van Wagon, 3.0 2 takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Base, 3D Van Wagon, 3.0 3 takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter); the LX takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 3D Van Cargo: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 3D Van Wagon, 2.6 1: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 3D Van Wagon, 3.0 2: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Base, 3D Van Wagon, 3.0 3: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
- LX: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 3D Van Cargo — 2.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F), 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | — |
| Base, 3D Van Wagon, 2.6 1 — 2.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F), 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | — |
| Base, 3D Van Wagon, 3.0 2 — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F), 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.10 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | — |
| Base, 3D Van Wagon, 3.0 3 — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F), 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.10 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | — |
| LX — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F), 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.10 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your MPV
1993 Mazda MPV factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.6 quarts (7.19 L) — Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze Coolant. Above 3Deg.F (-16Deg.C) use: 35/65 mixture of antifreeze and water, above -15Deg. F (26Deg.C) use: 45/55 mixture of antifreeze and water, above -40Deg.F (40Deg.C) use: 55/45 mixture of antifreeze and water.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1993 Mazda MPV take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 3D Van Cargo uses 5W-30; Base, 3D Van Wagon, 2.6 1 uses 5W-30; Base, 3D Van Wagon, 3.0 2 uses 5W-30; Base, 3D Van Wagon, 3.0 3 uses 5W-30; LX uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 1993 Mazda MPV take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, 3D Van Cargo holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, 3D Van Wagon, 2.6 1 holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, 3D Van Wagon, 3.0 2 holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Base, 3D Van Wagon, 3.0 3 holds 5.1 quarts with filter; LX holds 5.1 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1993 Mazda MPV?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1993 Mazda MPV. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.