2009 Toyota Corolla Oil Type & Capacity
The 2009 Toyota Corolla oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 1.8 L, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 1.8 L, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 1.8 U, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 1.8 U, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the LE, 1.8 L takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the LE, 1.8 U takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the S, 1.8 L, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the S, 1.8 L, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the S, 1.8 U, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the S, 1.8 U, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the XLE, 1.8 L takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the XLE, 1.8 U takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the XRS, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the XRS, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 1.8 L, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Base, 1.8 L, Standard: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Base, 1.8 U, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Base, 1.8 U, Standard: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- LE, 1.8 L: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- LE, 1.8 U: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- S, 1.8 L, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- S, 1.8 L, Standard: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- S, 1.8 U, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- S, 1.8 U, Standard: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- XLE, 1.8 L: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- XLE, 1.8 U: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- XRS, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- XRS, Standard: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 1.8 L, Automatic — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| Base, 1.8 L, Standard — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| Base, 1.8 U, Automatic — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| Base, 1.8 U, Standard — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| LE, 1.8 L — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| LE, 1.8 U — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| S, 1.8 L, Automatic — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| S, 1.8 L, Standard — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| S, 1.8 U, Automatic — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| S, 1.8 U, Standard — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| XLE, 1.8 L — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| XLE, 1.8 U — 1.8L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| XRS, Automatic — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| XRS, Standard — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
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Coolant capacity
5.8 quarts (5.48 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent. DO NOT use plain water alone.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2009 Toyota Corolla take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 1.8 L, Automatic uses 5W-20; Base, 1.8 L, Standard uses 5W-20; Base, 1.8 U, Automatic uses 5W-20; Base, 1.8 U, Standard uses 5W-20; LE, 1.8 L uses 5W-20; LE, 1.8 U uses 5W-20; S, 1.8 L, Automatic uses 5W-20; S, 1.8 L, Standard uses 5W-20; S, 1.8 U, Automatic uses 5W-20; S, 1.8 U, Standard uses 5W-20; XLE, 1.8 L uses 5W-20; XLE, 1.8 U uses 5W-20; XRS, Automatic uses 5W-20; XRS, Standard uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2009 Toyota Corolla?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, 1.8 L, Automatic holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Base, 1.8 L, Standard holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Base, 1.8 U, Automatic holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Base, 1.8 U, Standard holds 4.4 quarts with filter; LE, 1.8 L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; LE, 1.8 U holds 4.4 quarts with filter; S, 1.8 L, Automatic holds 4.4 quarts with filter; S, 1.8 L, Standard holds 4.4 quarts with filter; S, 1.8 U, Automatic holds 4.4 quarts with filter; S, 1.8 U, Standard holds 4.4 quarts with filter; XLE, 1.8 L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; XLE, 1.8 U holds 4.4 quarts with filter; XRS, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; XRS, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2009 Toyota Corolla?
Most 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 — Toyota recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2009 Toyota Corolla?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Toyota Corolla. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.