2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Oil Type & Capacity
The 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer oil type depends on the engine: the ES, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.02 quarts with filter); the ES, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.02 quarts with filter); the Evolution takes 5W-30 (5.12 quarts with filter); the LS takes 5W-30 (4.02 quarts with filter); the O-Z Rally, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.02 quarts with filter); the O-Z Rally, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.02 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- ES, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.02 quarts with filter
- ES, Standard: 5W-30, 4.02 quarts with filter
- Evolution: 5W-30, 5.12 quarts with filter
- LS: 5W-30, 4.02 quarts with filter
- O-Z Rally, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.02 quarts with filter
- O-Z Rally, Standard: 5W-30, 4.02 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES, Automatic — ES,LS,O-Z Rally | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.02 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | ILSAC certification symbol or conforming to the API - SJ EC, SJ/CD EC. |
| ES, Standard — ES,LS,O-Z Rally | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.02 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | ILSAC certification symbol or conforming to the API - SJ EC, SJ/CD EC. |
| Evolution — Evolution | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.12 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | Fully synthetic engine oils displaying ILSAC GF-3 certification symbol or conforming to the API - SL and SL/CF. |
| LS — ES,LS,O-Z Rally | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.02 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | ILSAC certification symbol or conforming to the API - SJ EC, SJ/CD EC. |
| O-Z Rally, Automatic — ES,LS,O-Z Rally | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.02 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | ILSAC certification symbol or conforming to the API - SJ EC, SJ/CD EC. |
| O-Z Rally, Standard — ES,LS,O-Z Rally | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.02 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | ILSAC certification symbol or conforming to the API - SJ EC, SJ/CD EC. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Lancer
2003 Mitsubishi Lancer factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.3 quarts (5.96 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 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer take?
It depends on the engine: ES, Automatic uses 5W-30; ES, Standard uses 5W-30; Evolution uses 5W-30; LS uses 5W-30; O-Z Rally, Automatic uses 5W-30; O-Z Rally, Standard uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer take?
Capacity depends on the engine: ES, Automatic holds 4.02 quarts with filter; ES, Standard holds 4.02 quarts with filter; Evolution holds 5.12 quarts with filter; LS holds 4.02 quarts with filter; O-Z Rally, Automatic holds 4.02 quarts with filter; O-Z Rally, Standard holds 4.02 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.