2010 Toyota 4Runner Oil Type & Capacity
The 2010 Toyota 4Runner oil type depends on the engine: the Limited, AWD takes 0W-20 (6.6 quarts with filter); the Limited, RWD takes 0W-20 (6.6 quarts with filter); the SR5, 2.7 X takes 0W-20 (6.1 quarts with filter); the SR5, 4.0 U, 4WD takes 0W-20 (6.6 quarts with filter); the SR5, 4.0 U, RWD takes 0W-20 (6.6 quarts with filter); the Trail takes 0W-20 (6.6 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Limited, AWD: 0W-20, 6.6 quarts with filter
- Limited, RWD: 0W-20, 6.6 quarts with filter
- SR5, 2.7 X: 0W-20, 6.1 quarts with filter
- SR5, 4.0 U, 4WD: 0W-20, 6.6 quarts with filter
- SR5, 4.0 U, RWD: 0W-20, 6.6 quarts with filter
- Trail: 0W-20, 6.6 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limited, AWD — 4.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 6.60 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | — |
| Limited, RWD — 4.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 6.60 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | — |
| SR5, 2.7 X — 2.7L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 6.10 QTS. | 5.40 QTS. | — |
| SR5, 4.0 U, 4WD — 4.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 6.60 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | — |
| SR5, 4.0 U, RWD — 4.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 6.60 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | — |
| Trail — 4.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 6.60 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your 4Runner
2010 Toyota 4Runner factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.1 quarts (10.5 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent. DO NOT use plain water alone.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2010 Toyota 4Runner take?
It depends on the engine: Limited, AWD uses 0W-20; Limited, RWD uses 0W-20; SR5, 2.7 X uses 0W-20; SR5, 4.0 U, 4WD uses 0W-20; SR5, 4.0 U, RWD uses 0W-20; Trail uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2010 Toyota 4Runner take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Limited, AWD holds 6.6 quarts with filter; Limited, RWD holds 6.6 quarts with filter; SR5, 2.7 X holds 6.1 quarts with filter; SR5, 4.0 U, 4WD holds 6.6 quarts with filter; SR5, 4.0 U, RWD holds 6.6 quarts with filter; Trail holds 6.6 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2010 Toyota 4Runner?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2010 Toyota 4Runner. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.