2015 Ford Focus Oil Type & Capacity

The 2015 Ford Focus oil type depends on the engine: the 1.0L takes 5W-20 (4.3 quarts qt with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the S, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the S, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the S, Standard Trans, Gas takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the S, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the ST takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans, Gas takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans, Gas takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

It depends on the engine:

1.0L: 5W-20, 4.3 quarts with filter
1.0L: 5W-20, 4.3 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
S, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
S, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
S, Standard Trans, Gas: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
S, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
ST: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans, Gas: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
Titanium, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
Titanium, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
Titanium, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans, Gas: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
Titanium, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter

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Oil capacity by engine

Engine	Oil Type (viscosity)	Capacity w/ Filter	Capacity w/o Filter	Notes
1.0L — SE, 4D Hatchback, 1.0L Eng VIN E, 1.0L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.30 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
1.0L — SE, 4D Sedan, 1.0L Eng VIN E, 1.0L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.30 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
2.0L — SE, 4D Hatchback, 2.0L Eng VIN 2, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas, 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
2.0L — SE, 4D Hatchback, 2.0L Eng VIN 2, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol, 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
2.0L — SE, 4D Hatchback, 2.0L Eng VIN 2, Standard Trans, Gas, 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
2.0L — SE, 4D Hatchback, 2.0L Eng VIN 2, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol, 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
2.0L — SE, 4D Sedan, 2.0L Eng VIN 2, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas, 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
2.0L — SE, 4D Sedan, 2.0L Eng VIN 2, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol, 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
2.0L — SE, 4D Sedan, 2.0L Eng VIN 2, Standard Trans, Gas, 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
2.0L — SE, 4D Sedan, 2.0L Eng VIN 2, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol, 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
S, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
S, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
S, Standard Trans, Gas — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
S, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
ST — 2.0L Eng,Turbocharger	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	5.70 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans, Gas — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
Titanium, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
Titanium, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
Titanium, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans, Gas — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
Titanium, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil	4.50 QTS.	—	FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.

More factory specs & repair guides for your Focus

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Coolant capacity

6.7 quarts (6.34 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2015 Ford Focus take?

It depends on the engine: 1.0L uses 5W-20; 2.0L uses 5W-20; S, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas uses 5W-20; S, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-20; S, Standard Trans, Gas uses 5W-20; S, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-20; ST uses 5W-30; Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas uses 5W-20; Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-20; Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans, Gas uses 5W-20; Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-20; Titanium, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas uses 5W-20; Titanium, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-20; Titanium, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans, Gas uses 5W-20; Titanium, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-20.

What is the oil capacity of a 2015 Ford Focus?

Oil capacity depends on the engine: 1.0L holds 4.3 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.5 quarts with filter; S, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas holds 4.5 quarts with filter; S, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol holds 4.5 quarts with filter; S, Standard Trans, Gas holds 4.5 quarts with filter; S, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol holds 4.5 quarts with filter; ST holds 5.7 quarts with filter; Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans, Gas holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Titanium, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Titanium, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/Ethanol holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Titanium, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans, Gas holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Titanium, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans, Gas/Ethanol holds 4.5 quarts with filter.

How often should I change the oil in my 2015 Ford Focus?

Most 2015 Ford Focus owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Ford recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2015 Ford Focus?

Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2015 Ford Focus. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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