2011 Ford Mustang Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Ford Mustang oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 2D Convertible, Standard takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the GT, 2D Convertible, Automatic takes 5W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the GT, 2D Convertible, Standard takes 5W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the GT, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the GT, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the Shelby GT500, 2D Convertible takes 5W-50 (7.4 quarts qt with filter); the Shelby GT500, 2D Coupe takes 5W-50 (7.4 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Convertible, Standard: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Convertible, Automatic: 5W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Convertible, Standard: 5W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- Shelby GT500, 2D Convertible: 5W-50, 7.4 quarts with filter
- Shelby GT500, 2D Coupe: 5W-50, 7.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C929-A (4.OL) or WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L) and API Certification mark. |
| Base, 2D Convertible, Standard — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C929-A (4.OL) or WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L) and API Certification mark. |
| Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C929-A (4.OL) or WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L) and API Certification mark. |
| Base, 2D Coupe, Standard — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C929-A (4.OL) or WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L) and API Certification mark. |
| GT, 2D Convertible, Automatic — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 8.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C929-A (4.OL) or WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L) and API Certification mark. |
| GT, 2D Convertible, Standard — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 8.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C929-A (4.OL) or WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L) and API Certification mark. |
| GT, 2D Coupe, Automatic — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 8.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C929-A (4.OL) or WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L) and API Certification mark. |
| GT, 2D Coupe, Standard — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 8.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C929-A (4.OL) or WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L) and API Certification mark. |
| Shelby GT500, 2D Convertible — 5.4L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-50 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 7.40 QTS. | — | — |
| Shelby GT500, 2D Coupe — 5.4L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-50 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 7.40 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
12.4 quarts (11.73 L) — MOTORCRAFT Specialty Orange Engine Coolant VC-3-B or equivalent. Use coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2011 Ford Mustang take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic uses 5W-20; Base, 2D Convertible, Standard uses 5W-20; Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-20; Base, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-20; GT, 2D Convertible, Automatic uses 5W-20; GT, 2D Convertible, Standard uses 5W-20; GT, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-20; GT, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-20; Shelby GT500, 2D Convertible uses 5W-50; Shelby GT500, 2D Coupe uses 5W-50.
What is the oil capacity of a 2011 Ford Mustang?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Convertible, Standard holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 6.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Convertible, Automatic holds 8.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Convertible, Standard holds 8.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 8.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 8.0 quarts with filter; Shelby GT500, 2D Convertible holds 7.4 quarts with filter; Shelby GT500, 2D Coupe holds 7.4 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2011 Ford Mustang?
Most 2011 Ford Mustang 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 — Ford recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2011 Ford Mustang?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2011 Ford Mustang. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.