2010 Toyota Matrix Oil Type & Capacity
The 2010 Toyota Matrix oil type depends on the engine: the Base, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the Base, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the S, AWD takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the S, FWD, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the S, FWD, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the XRS, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the XRS, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Base, Standard: 5W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- S, AWD: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- S, FWD, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- S, FWD, Standard: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- XRS, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- XRS, Standard: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Automatic — 1.8L Eng | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| Base, Standard — 1.8L Eng | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| S, AWD — 2.4L Eng | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| S, FWD, Automatic — 2.4L Eng | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| S, FWD, Standard — 2.4L Eng | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| XRS, Automatic — 2.4L Eng | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| XRS, Standard — 2.4L Eng | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Matrix
2010 Toyota Matrix factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
5.8 quarts (5.48 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 Matrix take?
It depends on the engine: Base, Automatic uses 5W-20; Base, Standard uses 5W-20; S, AWD uses 5W-20; S, FWD, Automatic uses 5W-20; S, FWD, Standard uses 5W-20; XRS, Automatic uses 5W-20; XRS, Standard uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2010 Toyota Matrix take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, Automatic holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Base, Standard holds 4.4 quarts with filter; S, AWD holds 4.0 quarts with filter; S, FWD, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; S, FWD, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter; XRS, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; XRS, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2010 Toyota Matrix?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2010 Toyota Matrix. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.