2012 Volvo S60 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2012 Volvo S60 oil type depends on the engine: the T-5 takes 5W-30 (6.02 quarts with filter); the T-6 takes 5W-30 (7.18 quarts with filter); the T-6 R-Design takes 5W-30 (7.18 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- T-5: 5W-30, 6.02 quarts with filter
- T-6: 5W-30, 7.18 quarts with filter
- T-6 R-Design: 5W-30, 7.18 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-5 — 2.5L Eng | ILSAC, GF-4, API - SL, or ACEA A5/B1, Full Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 | 6.02 QTS. | — | — |
| T-6 — 3.0L Eng | ILSAC, GF-4, API - SL, or ACEA A5/B1, Full Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 | 7.18 QTS. | — | — |
| T-6 R-Design — 3.0L Eng | ILSAC, GF-4, API - SL, or ACEA A5/B1, Full Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 | 7.18 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your S60
2012 Volvo S60 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) — 50/50 mixture of VOLVO Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent coolant with corrosion inhibitor and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2012 Volvo S60 take?
It depends on the engine: T-5 uses 5W-30; T-6 uses 5W-30; T-6 R-Design uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2012 Volvo S60 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: T-5 holds 6.02 quarts with filter; T-6 holds 7.18 quarts with filter; T-6 R-Design holds 7.18 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2012 Volvo S60?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2012 Volvo S60. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.