2013 Toyota Highlander Oil Type & Capacity

The 2013 Toyota Highlander oil type depends on the engine: the 2.7L takes 5W-20 (4.6 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-20 (4.6 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the Hybrid takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Limited takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the Limited, AWD takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the Limited, FWD takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the SE, AWD takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the SE, FWD takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

It depends on the engine:

2.7L: 5W-20, 4.6 quarts with filter
2.7L: 5W-20, 4.6 quarts with filter
3.5L: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
3.5L: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
3.5L: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
3.5L: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
Hybrid: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
Hybrid Limited: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
Limited, AWD: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
Limited, FWD: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
SE, AWD: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
SE, FWD: 0W-20, 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	SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil	4.60 QTS.	4.20 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency.
2.7L — 2.7L Eng	SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil	4.60 QTS.	4.20 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency.
3.5L — 3.5L Eng,Eng CD 2GR-FE	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil	6.40 QTS.	6.00 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
3.5L — 3.5L Eng,Eng CD 2GR-FE	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil	6.40 QTS.	6.00 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
3.5L — 3.5L Eng,Eng CD 2GR-FE	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil	6.40 QTS.	6.00 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
3.5L — 3.5L Eng,Eng CD 2GR-FE	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil	6.40 QTS.	6.00 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
Hybrid — 3.5L Eng,Eng CD 2GR-FXE	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil	6.40 QTS.	6.00 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
Hybrid Limited — 3.5L Eng,Eng CD 2GR-FXE	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil	6.40 QTS.	6.00 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
Limited, AWD — 3.5L Eng,Eng CD 2GR-FE	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil	6.40 QTS.	6.00 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
Limited, FWD — 3.5L Eng,Eng CD 2GR-FE	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil	6.40 QTS.	6.00 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
SE, AWD — 3.5L Eng,Eng CD 2GR-FE	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil	6.40 QTS.	6.00 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
SE, FWD — 3.5L Eng,Eng CD 2GR-FE	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil	6.40 QTS.	6.00 QTS.	SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 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 Highlander

2013 Toyota Highlander factory service manual All fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

Coolant capacity

7.3 quarts (6.9 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 2013 Toyota Highlander take?

It depends on the engine: 2.7L uses 5W-20; 2.7L uses 5W-20; 3.5L uses 0W-20; 3.5L uses 0W-20; 3.5L uses 0W-20; 3.5L uses 0W-20; Hybrid uses 0W-20; Hybrid Limited uses 0W-20; Limited, AWD uses 0W-20; Limited, FWD uses 0W-20; SE, AWD uses 0W-20; SE, FWD uses 0W-20.

How much oil does a 2013 Toyota Highlander take?

Capacity depends on the engine: 2.7L holds 4.6 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 4.6 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; Hybrid holds 6.4 quarts with filter; Hybrid Limited holds 6.4 quarts with filter; Limited, AWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter; Limited, FWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter; SE, AWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter; SE, FWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2013 Toyota Highlander?

Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Toyota Highlander. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.