2016 Ford Escape Oil Type & Capacity

The 2016 Ford Escape oil type depends on the engine: the 1.6L takes 5W-20 (4.3 quarts with filter); the 1.6L takes 5W-20 (4.3 quarts with filter); the 1.6L takes 5W-20 (4.3 quarts with filter); the 1.6L takes 5W-20 (4.3 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-20 (5.7 quarts with filter); the S takes 5W-20 (5.7 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

It depends on the engine:

1.6L: 5W-20, 4.3 quarts with filter
1.6L: 5W-20, 4.3 quarts with filter
1.6L: 5W-20, 4.3 quarts with filter
1.6L: 5W-20, 4.3 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
S: 5W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

Engine	Oil Type (viscosity)	Capacity w/ Filter	Capacity w/o Filter	Notes
1.6L — 1.6L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	4.30 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. 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.
1.6L — 1.6L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	4.30 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. 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.
1.6L — 1.6L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	4.30 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. 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.
1.6L — 1.6L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	4.30 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. 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 — 2.0L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.70 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. 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 — 2.0L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.70 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. 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 — 2.0L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.70 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. 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 — 2.0L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.70 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.70 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. 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 — 2.5L Eng	MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil	5.70 QTS.	—	Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. 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.

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More specs & repair guides for your Escape

2016 Ford Escape factory service manual All fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

Coolant capacity

11.1 quarts (10.5 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted. Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle. Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity. Some applications may vary.

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2016 Ford Escape take?

It depends on the engine: 1.6L uses 5W-20; 1.6L uses 5W-20; 1.6L uses 5W-20; 1.6L uses 5W-20; 2.0L uses 5W-30; 2.0L uses 5W-30; 2.0L uses 5W-30; 2.0L uses 5W-30; 2.5L uses 5W-20; S uses 5W-20.

How much oil does a 2016 Ford Escape take?

Capacity depends on the engine: 1.6L holds 4.3 quarts with filter; 1.6L holds 4.3 quarts with filter; 1.6L holds 4.3 quarts with filter; 1.6L holds 4.3 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; S holds 5.7 quarts with filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Ford Escape?

Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Ford Escape. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.