1995 Dodge Avenger Oil Type & Capacity
The 1995 Dodge Avenger oil type depends on the engine: the Base, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the Base, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the ES takes 5W-30 (4.52 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Base, Standard: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- ES: 5W-30, 4.52 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F) (Preferred), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F) (Preferred), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| ES — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F) (Preferred), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
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1995 Dodge Avenger factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.4 quarts (7 L) — 50/50 mixture of water and Ethylene-Glycol Base Antifreeze, such as MOPAR, PRESTON II, PEAK, or antifreeze containing the Alugard 340-2 inhibitor system.. .69 qt. in reserve tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1995 Dodge Avenger take?
It depends on the engine: Base, Automatic uses 5W-30; Base, Standard uses 5W-30; ES uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 1995 Dodge Avenger take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, Automatic holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Base, Standard holds 4.5 quarts with filter; ES holds 4.52 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1995 Dodge Avenger?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1995 Dodge Avenger. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.