2016 Jeep Wrangler Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Jeep Wrangler takes 5W-20 motor oil — 6.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Anniversary Edition, Automatic Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| 75th Anniversary Edition, Standard Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Rubicon, Automatic Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Rubicon, Standard Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Sahara, Automatic Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Sahara, Standard Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Sport, Automatic Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Sport, Standard Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Unlimited 75th Anniversary Ed., Automatic Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Unlimited 75th Anniversary Ed., Standard Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Unlimited Rubicon, Automatic Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Unlimited Rubicon, Standard Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Unlimited Sahara, Automatic Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Unlimited Sahara, Standard Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Unlimited Sport, Automatic Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| Unlimited Sport, Standard Trans | API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
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2016 Jeep Wrangler factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.5 quarts (9.93 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Includes: heater and coolant recovery tank filled to "max" level.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Jeep Wrangler take?
The 2016 Jeep Wrangler takes 5W-20 motor oil (API - Certified Engine Oil, SAE 5W-20), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2016 Jeep Wrangler take?
The 2016 Jeep Wrangler holds 6.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Jeep Wrangler?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Jeep Wrangler. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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