2010 Mercury Mariner Oil Type & Capacity

The 2010 Mercury Mariner oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 2.5 7, AWD takes 5W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the Base, 2.5 7, FWD takes 5W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.0 G, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.0 G, FWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid, AWD takes 5W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the Hybrid, FWD takes 5W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the Premier, 2.5 7, AWD takes 5W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the Premier, 2.5 7, FWD takes 5W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the Premier, 3.0 G, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Premier, 3.0 G, FWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

It depends on the engine:

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
Base, 2.5 7, AWD — 2.5L EngSAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil5.30 QTS.Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
Base, 2.5 7, FWD — 2.5L EngSAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil5.30 QTS.Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
Base, 3.0 G, AWD — 3.0L EngSAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil6.00 QTS.Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
Base, 3.0 G, FWD — 3.0L EngSAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil6.00 QTS.Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
Hybrid, AWD — 2.5L EngSAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil5.30 QTS.Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
Hybrid, FWD — 2.5L EngSAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil5.30 QTS.Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
Premier, 2.5 7, AWD — 2.5L EngSAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil5.30 QTS.Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
Premier, 2.5 7, FWD — 2.5L EngSAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil5.30 QTS.Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
Premier, 3.0 G, AWD — 3.0L EngSAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil6.00 QTS.Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
Premier, 3.0 G, FWD — 3.0L EngSAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil6.00 QTS.Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.

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2010 Mercury Mariner factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

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Coolant capacity

7.4 quarts (7 L) — FORD Premium Gold Engine Coolant w/bittering agent. Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2010 Mercury Mariner take?

It depends on the engine: Base, 2.5 7, AWD uses 5W-20; Base, 2.5 7, FWD uses 5W-20; Base, 3.0 G, AWD uses 5W-20; Base, 3.0 G, FWD uses 5W-20; Hybrid, AWD uses 5W-20; Hybrid, FWD uses 5W-20; Premier, 2.5 7, AWD uses 5W-20; Premier, 2.5 7, FWD uses 5W-20; Premier, 3.0 G, AWD uses 5W-20; Premier, 3.0 G, FWD uses 5W-20.

How much oil does a 2010 Mercury Mariner take?

Capacity depends on the engine: Base, 2.5 7, AWD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; Base, 2.5 7, FWD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; Base, 3.0 G, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, 3.0 G, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid, AWD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; Hybrid, FWD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; Premier, 2.5 7, AWD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; Premier, 2.5 7, FWD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; Premier, 3.0 G, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Premier, 3.0 G, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2010 Mercury Mariner?

Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2010 Mercury Mariner. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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