2006 Chrysler 300 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2006 Chrysler 300 oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 42RLE takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 42RLE/VLP takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the C, AWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the C, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, AWD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, RWD, 42RLE takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, RWD, NAG1-W5A580 takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the SRT-8 takes 0W-40 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the Touring, AWD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Touring, RWD, 42RLE takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Touring, RWD, NAG1-W5A580 takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 42RLE: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 42RLE/VLP: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- C, AWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- C, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, AWD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, RWD, 42RLE: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, RWD, NAG1-W5A580: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SRT-8: 0W-40, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Touring, AWD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Touring, RWD, 42RLE: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Touring, RWD, NAG1-W5A580: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 42RLE — 2.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Base, 42RLE/VLP — 2.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| C, AWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| C, RWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Limited, AWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Limited, RWD, 42RLE — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Limited, RWD, NAG1-W5A580 — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SRT-8 — 6.1L Eng | API - SL/CF, SAE 0W-40 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Touring, AWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Touring, RWD, 42RLE — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Touring, RWD, NAG1-W5A580 — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
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Coolant capacity
9.7 quarts (9.17 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Includes: heater and coolant recovery tank filled to "max" level. DO NOT mix different types or colors of engine coolant.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2006 Chrysler 300 take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 42RLE uses 5W-20; Base, 42RLE/VLP uses 5W-20; C, AWD uses 5W-20; C, RWD uses 5W-20; Limited, AWD uses 10W-30; Limited, RWD, 42RLE uses 10W-30; Limited, RWD, NAG1-W5A580 uses 10W-30; SRT-8 uses 0W-40; Touring, AWD uses 10W-30; Touring, RWD, 42RLE uses 10W-30; Touring, RWD, NAG1-W5A580 uses 10W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2006 Chrysler 300?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, 42RLE holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, 42RLE/VLP holds 6.0 quarts with filter; C, AWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; C, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Limited, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Limited, RWD, 42RLE holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Limited, RWD, NAG1-W5A580 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SRT-8 holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Touring, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Touring, RWD, 42RLE holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Touring, RWD, NAG1-W5A580 holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2006 Chrysler 300?
Most 2006 Chrysler 300 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 — Chrysler recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2006 Chrysler 300?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2006 Chrysler 300. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.