2012 Toyota Camry Oil Type & Capacity
The 2012 Toyota Camry oil type depends on the engine: the 2.5L takes 0W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 0W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the Base takes 0W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter); the Hybrid LE takes 0W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter); the Hybrid XLE takes 0W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter); the L takes 0W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter); the LE takes 0W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
- Base: 0W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
- Hybrid LE: 0W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
- Hybrid XLE: 0W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
- L: 0W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
- LE: 0W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| 3.5L — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| 3.5L — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| Base — 2.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| Hybrid LE — 2.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| Hybrid XLE — 2.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| L — 2.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| LE — 2.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Camry
2012 Toyota Camry factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.7 quarts (7.28 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology. DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2012 Toyota Camry take?
It depends on the engine: 2.5L uses 0W-20; 2.5L uses 0W-20; 3.5L uses 0W-20; 3.5L uses 0W-20; Base uses 0W-20; Hybrid LE uses 0W-20; Hybrid XLE uses 0W-20; L uses 0W-20; LE uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2012 Toyota Camry take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.5L holds 4.7 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 4.7 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.4 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.4 quarts with filter; Base holds 4.7 quarts with filter; Hybrid LE holds 4.7 quarts with filter; Hybrid XLE holds 4.7 quarts with filter; L holds 4.7 quarts with filter; LE holds 4.7 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2012 Toyota Camry?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2012 Toyota Camry. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.