2010 Mercedes-Benz R350 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2010 Mercedes-Benz R350 oil type depends on the engine: the 4Matic takes 0W-30 (8.5 quarts with filter); the BlueTEC, 642.870 takes 5W-30 (9.0 quarts with filter); the BlueTEC, 642.950 takes 5W-30 (9.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 4Matic: 0W-30, 8.5 quarts with filter
- BlueTEC, 642.870: 5W-30, 9.0 quarts with filter
- BlueTEC, 642.950: 5W-30, 9.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Matic — 4Matic | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 8.50 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| BlueTEC, 642.870 — BlueTEC | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 9.00 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| BlueTEC, 642.950 — BlueTEC | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 9.00 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
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More specs & repair guides for your R350
2010 Mercedes-Benz R350 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.0 quarts (9.46 L) — MB Anticorrosion/Antifreeze
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2010 Mercedes-Benz R350 take?
It depends on the engine: 4Matic uses 0W-30; BlueTEC, 642.870 uses 5W-30; BlueTEC, 642.950 uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2010 Mercedes-Benz R350 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 4Matic holds 8.5 quarts with filter; BlueTEC, 642.870 holds 9.0 quarts with filter; BlueTEC, 642.950 holds 9.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2010 Mercedes-Benz R350?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz R350. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.