2016 Fiat 500X Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Fiat 500X oil type depends on the engine: the 1.4L takes 5W-40 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the 2.4L takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Easy, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Easy, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Lounge, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Lounge, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Trekking Plus, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Trekking Plus, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Trekking, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Trekking, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 1.4L: 5W-40, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 2.4L: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Easy, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Easy, FWD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Lounge, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Lounge, FWD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Trekking Plus, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Trekking Plus, FWD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Trekking, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Trekking, FWD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4L — 1.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-12991 | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.4L — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Easy, 4WD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Easy, FWD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Lounge, 4WD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Lounge, FWD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Trekking Plus, 4WD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Trekking Plus, FWD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Trekking, 4WD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Trekking, FWD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
5.5 quarts (5.2 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 year 150,000 Mile Formula PARAFULL OAT (Organic Additive Technology). System fill capacity includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. Meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-90032.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Fiat 500X take?
It depends on the engine: 1.4L uses 5W-40; 2.4L uses 0W-20; Easy, 4WD uses 0W-20; Easy, FWD uses 0W-20; Lounge, 4WD uses 0W-20; Lounge, FWD uses 0W-20; Trekking Plus, 4WD uses 0W-20; Trekking Plus, FWD uses 0W-20; Trekking, 4WD uses 0W-20; Trekking, FWD uses 0W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2016 Fiat 500X?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 1.4L holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 2.4L holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Easy, 4WD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Easy, FWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Lounge, 4WD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Lounge, FWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Trekking Plus, 4WD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Trekking Plus, FWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Trekking, 4WD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Trekking, FWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2016 Fiat 500X?
Most 2016 Fiat 500X 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 — Fiat recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Fiat 500X?
Yes. 5W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Fiat 500X. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.