2010 Chrysler Town & Country Oil Type & Capacity
The 2010 Chrysler Town & Country oil type depends on the engine: the Limited takes 10W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the LX, 3.3 E takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the LX, 3.8 1 takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Touring Plus, 3.8 1 takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Touring Plus, 4.0 X takes 10W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Touring, 3.8 1 takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Touring, 4.0 X takes 10W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Walter P. Chrysler takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Limited: 10W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- LX, 3.3 E: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- LX, 3.8 1: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Touring Plus, 3.8 1: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Touring Plus, 4.0 X: 10W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Touring, 3.8 1: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Touring, 4.0 X: 10W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Walter P. Chrysler: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limited — 4.0L Eng | MOPAR API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| LX, 3.3 E — 3.3L Eng | MOPAR API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| LX, 3.8 1 — 3.8L Eng | MOPAR API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Touring Plus, 3.8 1 — 3.8L Eng | MOPAR API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Touring Plus, 4.0 X — 4.0L Eng | MOPAR API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Touring, 3.8 1 — 3.8L Eng | MOPAR API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Touring, 4.0 X — 4.0L Eng | MOPAR API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Walter P. Chrysler — 3.8L Eng | MOPAR API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
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Coolant capacity
16.3 quarts (15.42 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. System fill capacity includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2010 Chrysler Town & Country take?
It depends on the engine: Limited uses 10W-30; LX, 3.3 E uses 5W-20; LX, 3.8 1 uses 5W-20; Touring Plus, 3.8 1 uses 5W-20; Touring Plus, 4.0 X uses 10W-30; Touring, 3.8 1 uses 5W-20; Touring, 4.0 X uses 10W-30; Walter P. Chrysler uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2010 Chrysler Town & Country?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Limited holds 5.5 quarts with filter; LX, 3.3 E holds 5.0 quarts with filter; LX, 3.8 1 holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Touring Plus, 3.8 1 holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Touring Plus, 4.0 X holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Touring, 3.8 1 holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Touring, 4.0 X holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Walter P. Chrysler holds 5.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2010 Chrysler Town & Country?
Most 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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 2010 Chrysler Town & Country?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.