2001 Ford Taurus Oil Type & Capacity: 5W-20 (5.5 quarts)

The 2001 Ford Taurus takes 5W-20 motor oil — 5.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

5W-20 — 5.5 quarts with filter

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Oil capacity by engine

Engine	Oil Type (viscosity)	Capacity w/ Filter	Capacity w/o Filter	Notes
LX, 3.0 2, 4F50N — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
LX, 3.0 2, AX4S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
LX, 3.0 S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
LX, 3.0 U — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SE, 4D Sedan, 3.0 2, 4F50N — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SE, 4D Sedan, 3.0 2, AX4S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SE, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, 4F50N — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SE, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, AX4S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SE, 4D Wagon, 3.0 2, 4F50N — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SE, 4D Wagon, 3.0 2, AX4S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SE, 4D Wagon, 3.0 S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SE, 4D Wagon, 3.0 U, 4F50N — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SE, 4D Wagon, 3.0 U, AX4S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SEL — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SES, 4D Sedan, 3.0 2, 4F50N — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SES, 4D Sedan, 3.0 2, AX4S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SES, 4D Sedan, 3.0 S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SES, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, 4F50N — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SES, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, AX4S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SES, 4D Wagon, 3.0 2, 4F50N — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SES, 4D Wagon, 3.0 2, AX4S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SES, 4D Wagon, 3.0 S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SES, 4D Wagon, 3.0 U, 4F50N — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.
SES, 4D Wagon, 3.0 U, AX4S — 3.0L Eng	SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.50 QTS.	—	Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute.

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Coolant capacity

10.6 quarts (10.03 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 2001 Ford Taurus take?

The 2001 Ford Taurus takes 5W-20 motor oil (SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil), per the factory service manual.

What is the oil capacity of a 2001 Ford Taurus?

The 2001 Ford Taurus oil capacity is 5.5 quarts with a filter change.

How often should I change the oil in my 2001 Ford Taurus?

Most 2001 Ford Taurus 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 — Ford recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2001 Ford Taurus?

Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2001 Ford Taurus. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.