2016 Ford Transit Connect Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Ford Transit Connect 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 2.5L takes 5W-20 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-20 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-20 (5.7 quarts with filter); the Titanium takes 5W-20 (5.7 quarts with filter); the XL, Van Passenger 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
- 2.5L: 5W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 5W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 5W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- Titanium: 5W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- XL, Van Passenger: 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 | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Fully Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.30 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 1.6L — 1.6L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Fully Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.30 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 1.6L — 1.6L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Fully Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.30 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | 5.40 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | 5.40 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | 5.40 QTS. | — |
| Titanium — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | 5.40 QTS. | — |
| XL, Van Passenger — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | 5.40 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Transit Connect
2016 Ford Transit Connect factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.3 quarts (5.96 L) — MOTORCRAFT Specialty Orange Engine Coolant
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Ford Transit Connect take?
It depends on the engine: 1.6L uses 5W-20; 1.6L uses 5W-20; 1.6L uses 5W-20; 2.5L uses 5W-20; 2.5L uses 5W-20; 2.5L uses 5W-20; Titanium uses 5W-20; XL, Van Passenger uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2016 Ford Transit Connect 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; 2.5L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; Titanium holds 5.7 quarts with filter; XL, Van Passenger holds 5.7 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Ford Transit Connect?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Ford Transit Connect. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.