2005 Dodge Stratus Oil Type & Capacity
The 2005 Dodge Stratus oil type depends on the engine: the R/T, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.52 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.52 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, 4D Sedan takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the SXT, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.52 quarts qt with filter); the SXT, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.52 quarts qt with filter); the SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.4 J takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.4 X takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.7 R takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.7 T takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- R/T, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.52 quarts with filter
- R/T, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-20, 4.52 quarts with filter
- R/T, 4D Sedan: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SXT, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.52 quarts with filter
- SXT, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-20, 4.52 quarts with filter
- SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.4 J: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.4 X: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.7 R: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.7 T: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R/T, 2D Coupe, Automatic — Coupe | API - SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| R/T, 2D Coupe, Standard — Coupe | API - SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| R/T, 4D Sedan — Sedan | API - SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SXT, 2D Coupe, Automatic — Coupe | API - SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SXT, 2D Coupe, Standard — Coupe | API - SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.4 J — Sedan | API - SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.4 X — Sedan | API - SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.7 R — Sedan | API - SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.7 T — Sedan | API - SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
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Coolant capacity
9.6 quarts (9.08 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Includes: .69 qt. in reserve tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2005 Dodge Stratus take?
It depends on the engine: R/T, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-20; R/T, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-20; R/T, 4D Sedan uses 5W-20; SXT, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-20; SXT, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-20; SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.4 J uses 5W-20; SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.4 X uses 5W-20; SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.7 R uses 5W-20; SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.7 T uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2005 Dodge Stratus?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: R/T, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 4.52 quarts with filter; R/T, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 4.52 quarts with filter; R/T, 4D Sedan holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SXT, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 4.52 quarts with filter; SXT, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 4.52 quarts with filter; SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.4 J holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.4 X holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.7 R holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SXT, 4D Sedan, 2.7 T holds 5.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2005 Dodge Stratus?
Most 2005 Dodge Stratus 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 2005 Dodge Stratus?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2005 Dodge Stratus. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.