2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Oil Type & Capacity
The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer oil type depends on the engine: the DE takes 0W-20 (4.52 quarts with filter); the ES, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-20 (4.52 quarts with filter); the ES, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-20 (4.52 quarts with filter); the ES, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (4.52 quarts with filter); the Evolution GSR takes 5W-30 (5.42 quarts with filter); the Evolution MR takes 5W-30 (5.42 quarts with filter); the GT, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter); the GT, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter); the GT, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter); the Ralliart takes 5W-30 (5.42 quarts with filter); the SE takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- DE: 0W-20, 4.52 quarts with filter
- ES, 4D Hatchback: 0W-20, 4.52 quarts with filter
- ES, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans: 0W-20, 4.52 quarts with filter
- ES, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 4.52 quarts with filter
- Evolution GSR: 5W-30, 5.42 quarts with filter
- Evolution MR: 5W-30, 5.42 quarts with filter
- GT, 4D Hatchback: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
- GT, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
- GT, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
- Ralliart: 5W-30, 5.42 quarts with filter
- SE: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| ES, 4D Hatchback — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| ES, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| ES, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.52 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| Evolution GSR — 2.0L Eng,Turbocharger | ILSAC, API SN - SAE 5W-30 | 5.42 QTS. | 5.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-30 and 0W-40 engine oil are recommended to use to improve start ability on a very cold weather condition. |
| Evolution MR — 2.0L Eng,Turbocharger | ILSAC, API SN - SAE 5W-30 | 5.42 QTS. | 5.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-30 and 0W-40 engine oil are recommended to use to improve start ability on a very cold weather condition. |
| GT, 4D Hatchback — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| GT, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| GT, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| Ralliart — 2.0L Eng,Turbocharger | ILSAC, API SN - SAE 5W-30 | 5.42 QTS. | 5.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-30 and 0W-40 engine oil are recommended to use to improve start ability on a very cold weather condition. |
| SE — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
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2013 Mitsubishi Lancer factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.4 quarts (7 L) — DIA QUEEN super long life coolant premium or equivalent. High quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technology. Reserve tank: 0.63 qt.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer take?
It depends on the engine: DE uses 0W-20; ES, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-20; ES, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans uses 0W-20; ES, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; Evolution GSR uses 5W-30; Evolution MR uses 5W-30; GT, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-20; GT, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans uses 0W-20; GT, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; Ralliart uses 5W-30; SE uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer take?
Capacity depends on the engine: DE holds 4.52 quarts with filter; ES, 4D Hatchback holds 4.52 quarts with filter; ES, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans holds 4.52 quarts with filter; ES, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans holds 4.52 quarts with filter; Evolution GSR holds 5.42 quarts with filter; Evolution MR holds 5.42 quarts with filter; GT, 4D Hatchback holds 4.82 quarts with filter; GT, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans holds 4.82 quarts with filter; GT, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans holds 4.82 quarts with filter; Ralliart holds 5.42 quarts with filter; SE holds 4.82 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.