2016 Mazda 3 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Mazda 3 oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Sport, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the Sport, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the Sport, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Sport, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| Sport, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| Sport, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
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2016 Mazda 3 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.1 quarts (6.71 L). Check the vehicle identification number on the vehicle identify cation number plate. Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription "FL22" on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area. For vehicles without "FL22" inscription use a mixture of demineralized water and ethylene-glycol-based coolant. Do not use solution that contains more than 60% antifreeze. Above -16Deg. C {3.2Deg. F} 65% water/35% coolant. Above -26Deg.C {-15Deg.F} 55% water/45% coolant. Above -40 Deg. C {-40Deg.F} 45% water/55% coolant.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Mazda 3 take?
It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.5L uses 0W-20; 2.5L uses 0W-20; 2.5L uses 0W-20; 2.5L uses 0W-20; 2.5L uses 0W-20; 2.5L uses 0W-20; 2.5L uses 0W-20; 2.5L uses 0W-20; Sport, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans uses 0W-20; Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; Sport, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans uses 0W-20; Sport, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2016 Mazda 3 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans holds 4.4 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Mazda 3?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Mazda 3. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.