1994 Plymouth Colt Vista Oil Type & Capacity
The 1994 Plymouth Colt Vista oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 1.8 C, Automatic, F4A21 takes 5W-30 (4.02 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 1.8 C, Automatic, F4A22 takes 5W-30 (4.02 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 1.8 C, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.02 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 2.4 G, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.52 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 2.4 G, Standard, W5M31 takes 5W-30 (4.52 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 2.4 G, Standard, W5M33 takes 5W-30 (4.52 quarts qt with filter); the SE, Automatic, F4A21 takes 5W-30 (4.52 quarts qt with filter); the SE, Automatic, F4A22 takes 5W-30 (4.52 quarts qt with filter); the SE, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.52 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 1.8 C, Automatic, F4A21: 5W-30, 4.02 quarts with filter
- Base, 1.8 C, Automatic, F4A22: 5W-30, 4.02 quarts with filter
- Base, 1.8 C, Standard: 5W-30, 4.02 quarts with filter
- Base, 2.4 G, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.52 quarts with filter
- Base, 2.4 G, Standard, W5M31: 5W-30, 4.52 quarts with filter
- Base, 2.4 G, Standard, W5M33: 5W-30, 4.52 quarts with filter
- SE, Automatic, F4A21: 5W-30, 4.52 quarts with filter
- SE, Automatic, F4A22: 5W-30, 4.52 quarts with filter
- SE, Standard: 5W-30, 4.52 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 1.8 C, Automatic, F4A21 — 1.8L Eng | API - SG or SG/CD, SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (Above 32Deg.F) | 4.02 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | — |
| Base, 1.8 C, Automatic, F4A22 — 1.8L Eng | API - SG or SG/CD, SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (Above 32Deg.F) | 4.02 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | — |
| Base, 1.8 C, Standard — 1.8L Eng | API - SG or SG/CD, SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (Above 32Deg.F) | 4.02 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | — |
| Base, 2.4 G, Automatic — 2.4L Eng | API - SG or SG/CD, SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (Above 32Deg.F) | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| Base, 2.4 G, Standard, W5M31 — 2.4L Eng | API - SG or SG/CD, SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (Above 32Deg.F) | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| Base, 2.4 G, Standard, W5M33 — 2.4L Eng | API - SG or SG/CD, SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (Above 32Deg.F) | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| SE, Automatic, F4A21 — 2.4L Eng | API - SG or SG/CD, SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (Above 32Deg.F) | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| SE, Automatic, F4A22 — 2.4L Eng | API - SG or SG/CD, SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (Above 32Deg.F) | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| SE, Standard — 2.4L Eng | API - SG or SG/CD, SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (Above 32Deg.F) | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
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Coolant capacity
6.3 quarts (5.96 L) — Antifreeze Permanent-Type Coolant/High quality Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze. Includes: .63 qt. in reserve tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1994 Plymouth Colt Vista take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 1.8 C, Automatic, F4A21 uses 5W-30; Base, 1.8 C, Automatic, F4A22 uses 5W-30; Base, 1.8 C, Standard uses 5W-30; Base, 2.4 G, Automatic uses 5W-30; Base, 2.4 G, Standard, W5M31 uses 5W-30; Base, 2.4 G, Standard, W5M33 uses 5W-30; SE, Automatic, F4A21 uses 5W-30; SE, Automatic, F4A22 uses 5W-30; SE, Standard uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 1994 Plymouth Colt Vista?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, 1.8 C, Automatic, F4A21 holds 4.02 quarts with filter; Base, 1.8 C, Automatic, F4A22 holds 4.02 quarts with filter; Base, 1.8 C, Standard holds 4.02 quarts with filter; Base, 2.4 G, Automatic holds 4.52 quarts with filter; Base, 2.4 G, Standard, W5M31 holds 4.52 quarts with filter; Base, 2.4 G, Standard, W5M33 holds 4.52 quarts with filter; SE, Automatic, F4A21 holds 4.52 quarts with filter; SE, Automatic, F4A22 holds 4.52 quarts with filter; SE, Standard holds 4.52 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1994 Plymouth Colt Vista?
Most 1994 Plymouth Colt Vista 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 — Plymouth recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1994 Plymouth Colt Vista?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1994 Plymouth Colt Vista. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.