1993 Toyota MR2 Oil Type & Capacity
The 1993 Toyota MR2 oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0 S takes 10W-30 (4.1 quarts with filter); the 2.2 S, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the 2.2 S, Standard takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.0 S: 10W-30, 4.1 quarts with filter
- 2.2 S, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 2.2 S, Standard: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 S — 2.0L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.10 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | — |
| 2.2 S, Automatic — 2.2L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 2.2 S, Standard — 2.2L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
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1993 Toyota MR2 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
14.4 quarts (13.62 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water. DO NOT use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1993 Toyota MR2 take?
It depends on the engine: 2.0 S uses 10W-30; 2.2 S, Automatic uses 10W-30; 2.2 S, Standard uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 1993 Toyota MR2 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.0 S holds 4.1 quarts with filter; 2.2 S, Automatic holds 4.5 quarts with filter; 2.2 S, Standard holds 4.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1993 Toyota MR2?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1993 Toyota MR2. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.