2000 Mitsubishi Mirage Oil Type & Capacity
The 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage oil type depends on the engine: the DE, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-30 (3.42 quarts qt with filter); the DE, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-30 (3.42 quarts qt with filter); the DE, 4D Sedan, Automatic takes 5W-30 (3.92 quarts qt with filter); the DE, 4D Sedan, Standard takes 5W-30 (3.92 quarts qt with filter); the LS, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-30 (3.92 quarts qt with filter); the LS, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-30 (3.92 quarts qt with filter); the LS, 4D Sedan takes 5W-30 (3.92 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- DE, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-30, 3.42 quarts with filter
- DE, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-30, 3.42 quarts with filter
- DE, 4D Sedan, Automatic: 5W-30, 3.92 quarts with filter
- DE, 4D Sedan, Standard: 5W-30, 3.92 quarts with filter
- LS, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-30, 3.92 quarts with filter
- LS, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-30, 3.92 quarts with filter
- LS, 4D Sedan: 5W-30, 3.92 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE, 2D Coupe, Automatic — 1.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.42 QTS. | 3.10 QTS. | API - SJ, EC, SJ/CD. |
| DE, 2D Coupe, Standard — 1.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.42 QTS. | 3.10 QTS. | API - SJ, EC, SJ/CD. |
| DE, 4D Sedan, Automatic — 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.92 QTS. | 3.60 QTS. | API - SJ, EC, SJ/CD. |
| DE, 4D Sedan, Standard — 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.92 QTS. | 3.60 QTS. | API - SJ, EC, SJ/CD. |
| LS, 2D Coupe, Automatic — 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.92 QTS. | 3.60 QTS. | API - SJ, EC, SJ/CD. |
| LS, 2D Coupe, Standard — 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.92 QTS. | 3.60 QTS. | API - SJ, EC, SJ/CD. |
| LS, 4D Sedan — 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.92 QTS. | 3.60 QTS. | API - SJ, EC, SJ/CD. |
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Coolant capacity
5.3 quarts (5.01 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water. Includes: .69 qt. in reserve tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage take?
It depends on the engine: DE, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-30; DE, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-30; DE, 4D Sedan, Automatic uses 5W-30; DE, 4D Sedan, Standard uses 5W-30; LS, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-30; LS, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-30; LS, 4D Sedan uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: DE, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 3.42 quarts with filter; DE, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 3.42 quarts with filter; DE, 4D Sedan, Automatic holds 3.92 quarts with filter; DE, 4D Sedan, Standard holds 3.92 quarts with filter; LS, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 3.92 quarts with filter; LS, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 3.92 quarts with filter; LS, 4D Sedan holds 3.92 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage?
Most 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage 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 — Mitsubishi recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.