1993 Saturn SW2 Oil Type & Capacity
The 1993 Saturn SW2 takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
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1993 Saturn SW2 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.0 quarts (6.62 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1993 Saturn SW2 take?
The 1993 Saturn SW2 takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1993 Saturn SW2 take?
The 1993 Saturn SW2 holds 4.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1993 Saturn SW2?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1993 Saturn SW2. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.