2010 Dodge Journey Oil Type & Capacity
The 2010 Dodge Journey oil type depends on the engine: the Base, ED3 takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Base, EDG takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Crew, AWD takes 10W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Crew, FWD takes 10W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, AWD takes 10W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, FWD takes 10W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the SE, ED3 takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the SE, EDG takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the SXT, AWD takes 10W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the SXT, FWD takes 10W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, ED3: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Base, EDG: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Crew, AWD: 10W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Crew, FWD: 10W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- R/T, AWD: 10W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- R/T, FWD: 10W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- SE, ED3: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- SE, EDG: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- SXT, AWD: 10W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- SXT, FWD: 10W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, ED3 — In-Line4 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, EDG — In-Line4 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Crew, AWD — V6 | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Crew, FWD — V6 | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| R/T, AWD — V6 | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| R/T, FWD — V6 | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| SE, ED3 — In-Line4 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| SE, EDG — In-Line4 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| SXT, AWD — V6 | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| SXT, FWD — V6 | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
7.9 quarts (7.47 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2010 Dodge Journey take?
It depends on the engine: Base, ED3 uses 5W-20; Base, EDG uses 5W-20; Crew, AWD uses 10W-30; Crew, FWD uses 10W-30; R/T, AWD uses 10W-30; R/T, FWD uses 10W-30; SE, ED3 uses 5W-20; SE, EDG uses 5W-20; SXT, AWD uses 10W-30; SXT, FWD uses 10W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2010 Dodge Journey?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, ED3 holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Base, EDG holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Crew, AWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Crew, FWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; R/T, AWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; R/T, FWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; SE, ED3 holds 4.5 quarts with filter; SE, EDG holds 4.5 quarts with filter; SXT, AWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; SXT, FWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2010 Dodge Journey?
Most 2010 Dodge Journey 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 — Dodge recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2010 Dodge Journey?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2010 Dodge Journey. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.