2011 Mazda 6 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Mazda 6 oil type depends on the engine: the i Grand Touring takes 0W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the i Sport, Automatic takes 0W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the i Sport, Standard takes 0W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the i Touring takes 0W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the i Touring Plus takes 0W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the s Grand Touring takes 5W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter); the s Touring Plus takes 5W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- i Grand Touring: 0W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- i Sport, Automatic: 0W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- i Sport, Standard: 0W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- i Touring: 0W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- i Touring Plus: 0W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- s Grand Touring: 5W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- s Touring Plus: 5W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| i Grand Touring — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 5.30 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| i Sport, Automatic — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 5.30 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| i Sport, Standard — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 5.30 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| i Touring — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 5.30 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| i Touring Plus — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 5.30 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| s Grand Touring — 3.7L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil | 5.50 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| s Touring Plus — 3.7L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil | 5.50 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
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2011 Mazda 6 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.4 quarts (8.89 L) — FL22 Type Engine Coolant. If the "FL22" mark is shown on or near the cooling system cap, use Mazda Genuine FL22 engine coolant. FL22 type engine coolant is shipped as a diluted solution. Use the solution as is when replacing coolant.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2011 Mazda 6 take?
It depends on the engine: i Grand Touring uses 0W-20; i Sport, Automatic uses 0W-20; i Sport, Standard uses 0W-20; i Touring uses 0W-20; i Touring Plus uses 0W-20; s Grand Touring uses 5W-20; s Touring Plus uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2011 Mazda 6 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: i Grand Touring holds 5.3 quarts with filter; i Sport, Automatic holds 5.3 quarts with filter; i Sport, Standard holds 5.3 quarts with filter; i Touring holds 5.3 quarts with filter; i Touring Plus holds 5.3 quarts with filter; s Grand Touring holds 5.5 quarts with filter; s Touring Plus holds 5.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2011 Mazda 6?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2011 Mazda 6. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.