2000 Ford Mustang Oil Type & Capacity

The 2000 Ford Mustang takes 5W-20 motor oil — 5.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

5W-20 — 5.0 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

Engine	Oil Type (viscosity)	Capacity w/ Filter	Capacity w/o Filter	Notes
Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic	SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil	5.00 QTS.	—	Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9.
Base, 2D Convertible, Standard	SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil	5.00 QTS.	—	Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9.
Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic	SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil	5.00 QTS.	—	Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9.
Base, 2D Coupe, Standard	SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil	5.00 QTS.	—	Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9.
Cobra, 2D Convertible	SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil	5.00 QTS.	—	Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9.
Cobra, 2D Coupe	SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil	5.00 QTS.	—	Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9.
GT, 2D Convertible, Automatic	SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil	5.00 QTS.	—	Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9.
GT, 2D Convertible, Standard	SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil	5.00 QTS.	—	Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9.
GT, 2D Coupe, Automatic	SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil	5.00 QTS.	—	Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9.
GT, 2D Coupe, Standard	SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil	5.00 QTS.	—	Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9.
SVT Cobra R	SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil	5.00 QTS.	—	Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9.

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More specs & repair guides for your Mustang

2000 Ford Mustang factory service manual All fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

Coolant capacity

11.8 quarts (11.16 L) — 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water. DO NOT use FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange color).

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2000 Ford Mustang take?

The 2000 Ford Mustang takes 5W-20 motor oil (SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil), per the factory service manual.

How much oil does a 2000 Ford Mustang take?

The 2000 Ford Mustang holds 5.0 quarts with a filter change.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2000 Ford Mustang?

Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2000 Ford Mustang. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.