2013 Dodge Durango Oil Type & Capacity
The 2013 Dodge Durango oil type depends on the engine: the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 5.7L takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 5.7L takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 5.7L takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 5.7L takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 5.7L takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 5.7L takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the R/T, AWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the R/T, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the SXT, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the SXT, RWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, AWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- SXT, AWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SXT, RWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| R/T, AWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| R/T, RWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| SXT, AWD — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| SXT, RWD — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Durango
2013 Dodge Durango factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.4 quarts (9.84 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Includes: heater and coolant recovery tank filled to "max" level.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2013 Dodge Durango take?
It depends on the engine: 3.6L uses 5W-20; 3.6L uses 5W-20; 3.6L uses 5W-20; 3.6L uses 5W-20; 3.6L uses 5W-20; 3.6L uses 5W-20; 5.7L uses 5W-20; 5.7L uses 5W-20; 5.7L uses 5W-20; 5.7L uses 5W-20; 5.7L uses 5W-20; 5.7L uses 5W-20; R/T, AWD uses 5W-20; R/T, RWD uses 5W-20; SXT, AWD uses 5W-20; SXT, RWD uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2013 Dodge Durango take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 5.7L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 5.7L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 5.7L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 5.7L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 5.7L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 5.7L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; R/T, AWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; R/T, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; SXT, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SXT, RWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2013 Dodge Durango?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Dodge Durango. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.