2016 Mazda CX-5 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Mazda CX-5 oil type depends on the engine: 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 Grand Touring, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Grand Touring, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Touring, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Touring, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 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
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Grand Touring, AWD: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Grand Touring, FWD: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Touring, AWD: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Touring, FWD: 0W-20, 4.8 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 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| 2.5L — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Grand Touring, AWD — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Grand Touring, FWD — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Touring, AWD — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Touring, FWD — 2.5L Eng | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
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2016 Mazda CX-5 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.7 quarts (7.28 L). 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 CX-5 take?
It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.5L uses 0W-20; 2.5L uses 0W-20; Grand Touring, AWD uses 0W-20; Grand Touring, FWD uses 0W-20; Touring, AWD uses 0W-20; Touring, FWD uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2016 Mazda CX-5 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Grand Touring, AWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Grand Touring, FWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Touring, AWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Touring, FWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Mazda CX-5?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Mazda CX-5. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.