2013 Toyota RAV4 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2013 Toyota RAV4 takes 5W-20 motor oil — 4.6 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 4.6 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.60 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. |
| LE, AWD | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.60 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. |
| LE, FWD | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.60 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. |
| Limited, AWD | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.60 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. |
| Limited, FWD | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.60 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. |
| XLE, AWD | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.60 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. |
| XLE, FWD | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 4.60 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. |
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More specs & repair guides for your RAV4
2013 Toyota RAV4 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
1.6 quarts (1.51 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.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2013 Toyota RAV4 take?
The 2013 Toyota RAV4 takes 5W-20 motor oil (TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2013 Toyota RAV4 take?
The 2013 Toyota RAV4 holds 4.6 quarts with a filter change, or 4.2 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2013 Toyota RAV4?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Toyota RAV4. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.