2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 oil type depends on the engine: the 4Matic, 4D Sedan takes 0W-30 (8.0 quarts with filter); the 4Matic, 4D Wagon takes 0W-30 (8.5 quarts with filter); the Base takes 0W-30 (8.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 4Matic, 4D Sedan: 0W-30, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 4Matic, 4D Wagon: 0W-30, 8.5 quarts with filter
- Base: 0W-30, 8.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Matic, 4D Sedan — Sedan | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 8.00 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| 4Matic, 4D Wagon — Wagon | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 8.50 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| Base — Sedan | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 8.00 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
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More specs & repair guides for your E500
2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.9 quarts (11.26 L) — MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 take?
It depends on the engine: 4Matic, 4D Sedan uses 0W-30; 4Matic, 4D Wagon uses 0W-30; Base uses 0W-30.
How much oil does a 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 4Matic, 4D Sedan holds 8.0 quarts with filter; 4Matic, 4D Wagon holds 8.5 quarts with filter; Base holds 8.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.