2012 Toyota Venza Oil Type & Capacity
The 2012 Toyota Venza oil type depends on the engine: the 2.7L takes 5W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.4 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.4 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.4 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.4 quarts with filter); the Limited, AWD takes 5W-30 (6.4 quarts with filter); the Limited, FWD takes 5W-30 (6.4 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.7L: 5W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 5W-30, 6.4 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 5W-30, 6.4 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 5W-30, 6.4 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 5W-30, 6.4 quarts with filter
- Limited, AWD: 5W-30, 6.4 quarts with filter
- Limited, FWD: 5W-30, 6.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. |
| 3.5L — 3.5L Eng | SAE 5W-30 or 0W-20 Synthetic 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. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. 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 | SAE 5W-30 or 0W-20 Synthetic 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. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. 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 | SAE 5W-30 or 0W-20 Synthetic 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. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. 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 | SAE 5W-30 or 0W-20 Synthetic 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. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. 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. |
| Limited, AWD — 3.5L Eng | SAE 5W-30 or 0W-20 Synthetic 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. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. 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. |
| Limited, FWD — 3.5L Eng | SAE 5W-30 or 0W-20 Synthetic 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. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. 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 Venza
2012 Toyota Venza factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.5 quarts (7.09 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 Venza take?
It depends on the engine: 2.7L uses 5W-20; 2.7L uses 5W-20; 2.7L uses 5W-20; 2.7L uses 5W-20; 3.5L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-30; Limited, AWD uses 5W-30; Limited, FWD uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2012 Toyota Venza take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.7L holds 4.7 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 4.7 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 4.7 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 4.7 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.4 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.4 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.4 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.4 quarts with filter; Limited, AWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter; Limited, FWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2012 Toyota Venza?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2012 Toyota Venza. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.