1995 Toyota 4Runner Oil Type & Capacity
The 1995 Toyota 4Runner oil type depends on the engine: the 2.4 R, G58 takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the 2.4 R, W56 takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the 3.0 V, 4WD, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 3.0 V, 4WD, Standard takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 3.0 V, RWD takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.4 R, G58: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 2.4 R, W56: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 3.0 V, 4WD, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 3.0 V, 4WD, Standard: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 3.0 V, RWD: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 R, G58 — 2.4L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 2.4 R, W56 — 2.4L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 3.0 V, 4WD, Automatic — 3.0L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.80 QTS. | 4.40 QTS. | — |
| 3.0 V, 4WD, Standard — 3.0L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.80 QTS. | 4.40 QTS. | — |
| 3.0 V, RWD — 3.0L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.80 QTS. | 4.40 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your 4Runner
1995 Toyota 4Runner factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.9 quarts (8.42 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 1995 Toyota 4Runner take?
It depends on the engine: 2.4 R, G58 uses 10W-30; 2.4 R, W56 uses 10W-30; 3.0 V, 4WD, Automatic uses 10W-30; 3.0 V, 4WD, Standard uses 10W-30; 3.0 V, RWD uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 1995 Toyota 4Runner take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.4 R, G58 holds 4.5 quarts with filter; 2.4 R, W56 holds 4.5 quarts with filter; 3.0 V, 4WD, Automatic holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 3.0 V, 4WD, Standard holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 3.0 V, RWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1995 Toyota 4Runner?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1995 Toyota 4Runner. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.