1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT Oil Type & Capacity
The 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 4.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| SL, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| SL, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| VR-4 — Twin Turbocharger | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| VR-4 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your 3000GT
1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.0 quarts (7.57 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water. Includes: .74 qt. in reserve tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT take?
The 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT take?
The 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT holds 4.5 quarts with a filter change, or 4.0 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.