2001 Dodge Intrepid Oil Type & Capacity
The 2001 Dodge Intrepid oil type depends on the engine: the Base takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the ES, 2.7 U takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the ES, 3.2 J takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, 2.7 U takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, 3.5 G takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, 3.5 V, EGC takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, 3.5 V, EGG takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 2.7 R takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 3.5 V takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- ES, 2.7 U: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- ES, 3.2 J: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, 2.7 U: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, 3.5 G: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, 3.5 V, EGC: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, 3.5 V, EGG: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SE, 2.7 R: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SE, 3.5 V: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base — 2.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| ES, 2.7 U — 2.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| ES, 3.2 J — 3.2L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| R/T, 2.7 U — 2.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| R/T, 3.5 G — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| R/T, 3.5 V, EGC — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| R/T, 3.5 V, EGG — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| SE, 2.7 R — 2.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| SE, 3.5 V — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
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Coolant capacity
9.5 quarts (8.99 L) — 50/50 mixture of Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) and distilled water. Includes: 1 qt. in the engine coolant recovery tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2001 Dodge Intrepid take?
It depends on the engine: Base uses 5W-30; ES, 2.7 U uses 5W-30; ES, 3.2 J uses 10W-30; R/T, 2.7 U uses 5W-30; R/T, 3.5 G uses 10W-30; R/T, 3.5 V, EGC uses 10W-30; R/T, 3.5 V, EGG uses 10W-30; SE, 2.7 R uses 5W-30; SE, 3.5 V uses 10W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2001 Dodge Intrepid?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base holds 5.0 quarts with filter; ES, 2.7 U holds 5.0 quarts with filter; ES, 3.2 J holds 5.0 quarts with filter; R/T, 2.7 U holds 5.0 quarts with filter; R/T, 3.5 G holds 5.0 quarts with filter; R/T, 3.5 V, EGC holds 5.0 quarts with filter; R/T, 3.5 V, EGG holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SE, 2.7 R holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SE, 3.5 V holds 5.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2001 Dodge Intrepid?
Most 2001 Dodge Intrepid 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 — Dodge recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2001 Dodge Intrepid?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2001 Dodge Intrepid. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.