2013 Ford Taurus Oil Type & Capacity

The 2013 Ford Taurus oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.7L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the SHO takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

It depends on the engine:

2.0L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
3.5L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
3.5L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
3.5L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
3.5L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
3.5L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
3.5L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
3.5L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
3.5L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
3.7L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
SHO: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

Engine	Oil Type (viscosity)	Capacity w/ Filter	Capacity w/o Filter	Notes
2.0L — 2.0L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	5.70 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification WSS-M2C946-A and the API Certification mark. Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.
2.0L — 2.0L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	5.70 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification WSS-M2C946-A and the API Certification mark. Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.
2.0L — 2.0L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	5.70 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification WSS-M2C946-A and the API Certification mark. Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.
3.5L — Limited,SE,SEL,3.5L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	6.00 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD specification WSS-M2C945-A and the API certification mark. Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.
3.5L — Limited,SE,SEL,3.5L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	6.00 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD specification WSS-M2C945-A and the API certification mark. Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.
3.5L — Police Interceptor,3.5L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	6.00 QTS.	—	—
3.5L — Police Interceptor,3.5L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	6.00 QTS.	—	—
3.5L — Police Interceptor,3.5L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	6.00 QTS.	—	—
3.5L — Limited,SE,SEL,3.5L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	6.00 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD specification WSS-M2C945-A and the API certification mark. Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.
3.5L — Limited,SE,SEL,3.5L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	6.00 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD specification WSS-M2C945-A and the API certification mark. Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.
3.5L — Limited,SE,SEL,3.5L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	6.00 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD specification WSS-M2C945-A and the API certification mark. Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.
3.7L — Police Interceptor,3.7L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	6.00 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD specification WSS-M2C945-A and the API certification mark. Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.
SHO — SHO,3.5L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.	6.00 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification WSS-M2C946-A and the API Certification mark. Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.

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More specs & repair guides for your Taurus

2013 Ford Taurus factory service manual All fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

Coolant capacity

11.6 quarts (10.97 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted. Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle. Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity. Some applications may vary.

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2013 Ford Taurus take?

It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 5W-30; 2.0L uses 5W-30; 2.0L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-20; 3.5L uses 5W-20; 3.5L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-20; 3.5L uses 5W-20; 3.5L uses 5W-20; 3.7L uses 5W-20; SHO uses 5W-30.

How much oil does a 2013 Ford Taurus take?

Capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SHO holds 6.0 quarts with filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2013 Ford Taurus?

Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Ford Taurus. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.