2009 Volvo XC90 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2009 Volvo XC90 oil type depends on the engine: the Base, AWD takes 5W-30 (7.82 quarts with filter); the Base, FWD takes 5W-30 (7.82 quarts with filter); the R-Design, AWD takes 5W-30 (7.82 quarts with filter); the R-Design, FWD takes 5W-30 (7.82 quarts with filter); the V8 R-Design takes 5W-30 (7.1 quarts with filter); the V8 Sport takes 5W-30 (7.1 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, AWD: 5W-30, 7.82 quarts with filter
- Base, FWD: 5W-30, 7.82 quarts with filter
- R-Design, AWD: 5W-30, 7.82 quarts with filter
- R-Design, FWD: 5W-30, 7.82 quarts with filter
- V8 R-Design: 5W-30, 7.1 quarts with filter
- V8 Sport: 5W-30, 7.1 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, AWD — 3.2L Eng | ILSAC, GF-4, API - SL, or ACEA A1/B1, SAE 5W-30 | 7.82 QTS. | — | Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas. |
| Base, FWD — 3.2L Eng | ILSAC, GF-4, API - SL, or ACEA A1/B1, SAE 5W-30 | 7.82 QTS. | — | Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas. |
| R-Design, AWD — 3.2L Eng | ILSAC, GF-4, API - SL, or ACEA A1/B1, SAE 5W-30 | 7.82 QTS. | — | Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas. |
| R-Design, FWD — 3.2L Eng | ILSAC, GF-4, API - SL, or ACEA A1/B1, SAE 5W-30 | 7.82 QTS. | — | Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas. |
| V8 R-Design — 4.4L Eng | ILSAC, GF-4, API - SL, or ACEA A1/B1, SAE 5W-30 | 7.10 QTS. | — | Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas. |
| V8 Sport — 4.4L Eng | ILSAC, GF-4, API - SL, or ACEA A1/B1, SAE 5W-30 | 7.10 QTS. | — | Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas. |
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More specs & repair guides for your XC90
2009 Volvo XC90 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.9 quarts (7.47 L) — 50/50 mixture of VOLVO Antifreeze/Coolant and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2009 Volvo XC90 take?
It depends on the engine: Base, AWD uses 5W-30; Base, FWD uses 5W-30; R-Design, AWD uses 5W-30; R-Design, FWD uses 5W-30; V8 R-Design uses 5W-30; V8 Sport uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2009 Volvo XC90 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, AWD holds 7.82 quarts with filter; Base, FWD holds 7.82 quarts with filter; R-Design, AWD holds 7.82 quarts with filter; R-Design, FWD holds 7.82 quarts with filter; V8 R-Design holds 7.1 quarts with filter; V8 Sport holds 7.1 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2009 Volvo XC90?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Volvo XC90. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.