2016 Smart Fortwo Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Smart Fortwo oil type depends on the engine: the Electric Drive, 2D Convertible takes Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 (3.8 quarts with filter); the Electric Drive, 2D Coupe takes Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 (3.8 quarts with filter); the Passion, Automatic DCT Trans takes Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 (3.8 quarts with filter); the Passion, Standard Trans takes Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 (3.8 quarts with filter); the Prime, Automatic DCT Trans takes Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 (3.8 quarts with filter); the Prime, Standard Trans takes Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 (3.8 quarts with filter); the Proxy, Automatic DCT Trans takes Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 (3.8 quarts with filter); the Proxy, Standard Trans takes Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 (3.8 quarts with filter); the Pure, Automatic DCT Trans takes Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 (3.8 quarts with filter); the Pure, Standard Trans takes Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 (3.8 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Electric Drive, 2D Convertible: Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5, 3.8 quarts with filter
- Electric Drive, 2D Coupe: Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5, 3.8 quarts with filter
- Passion, Automatic DCT Trans: Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5, 3.8 quarts with filter
- Passion, Standard Trans: Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5, 3.8 quarts with filter
- Prime, Automatic DCT Trans: Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5, 3.8 quarts with filter
- Prime, Standard Trans: Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5, 3.8 quarts with filter
- Proxy, Automatic DCT Trans: Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5, 3.8 quarts with filter
- Proxy, Standard Trans: Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5, 3.8 quarts with filter
- Pure, Automatic DCT Trans: Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5, 3.8 quarts with filter
- Pure, Standard Trans: Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5, 3.8 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Drive, 2D Convertible | Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 | 3.80 QTS. | — | MOBIL Formula M 5W-40, Mobil 1 0W-40, Labco MB 229.5 5W-30, Total Quartz 229.5 5W-30, Elf Excellium 0W-30, Shell Helix Ultra AB 5W-30. |
| Electric Drive, 2D Coupe | Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 | 3.80 QTS. | — | MOBIL Formula M 5W-40, Mobil 1 0W-40, Labco MB 229.5 5W-30, Total Quartz 229.5 5W-30, Elf Excellium 0W-30, Shell Helix Ultra AB 5W-30. |
| Passion, Automatic DCT Trans | Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 | 3.80 QTS. | — | MOBIL Formula M 5W-40, Mobil 1 0W-40, Labco MB 229.5 5W-30, Total Quartz 229.5 5W-30, Elf Excellium 0W-30, Shell Helix Ultra AB 5W-30. |
| Passion, Standard Trans | Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 | 3.80 QTS. | — | MOBIL Formula M 5W-40, Mobil 1 0W-40, Labco MB 229.5 5W-30, Total Quartz 229.5 5W-30, Elf Excellium 0W-30, Shell Helix Ultra AB 5W-30. |
| Prime, Automatic DCT Trans | Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 | 3.80 QTS. | — | MOBIL Formula M 5W-40, Mobil 1 0W-40, Labco MB 229.5 5W-30, Total Quartz 229.5 5W-30, Elf Excellium 0W-30, Shell Helix Ultra AB 5W-30. |
| Prime, Standard Trans | Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 | 3.80 QTS. | — | MOBIL Formula M 5W-40, Mobil 1 0W-40, Labco MB 229.5 5W-30, Total Quartz 229.5 5W-30, Elf Excellium 0W-30, Shell Helix Ultra AB 5W-30. |
| Proxy, Automatic DCT Trans | Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 | 3.80 QTS. | — | MOBIL Formula M 5W-40, Mobil 1 0W-40, Labco MB 229.5 5W-30, Total Quartz 229.5 5W-30, Elf Excellium 0W-30, Shell Helix Ultra AB 5W-30. |
| Proxy, Standard Trans | Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 | 3.80 QTS. | — | MOBIL Formula M 5W-40, Mobil 1 0W-40, Labco MB 229.5 5W-30, Total Quartz 229.5 5W-30, Elf Excellium 0W-30, Shell Helix Ultra AB 5W-30. |
| Pure, Automatic DCT Trans | Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 | 3.80 QTS. | — | MOBIL Formula M 5W-40, Mobil 1 0W-40, Labco MB 229.5 5W-30, Total Quartz 229.5 5W-30, Elf Excellium 0W-30, Shell Helix Ultra AB 5W-30. |
| Pure, Standard Trans | Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5 | 3.80 QTS. | — | MOBIL Formula M 5W-40, Mobil 1 0W-40, Labco MB 229.5 5W-30, Total Quartz 229.5 5W-30, Elf Excellium 0W-30, Shell Helix Ultra AB 5W-30. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Fortwo
2016 Smart Fortwo factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
4.5 quarts (4.25 L) — Anticorrosion/Antifreeze. Meeting specification MB 325.0.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Smart Fortwo take?
It depends on the engine: Electric Drive, 2D Convertible uses Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5; Electric Drive, 2D Coupe uses Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5; Passion, Automatic DCT Trans uses Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5; Passion, Standard Trans uses Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5; Prime, Automatic DCT Trans uses Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5; Prime, Standard Trans uses Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5; Proxy, Automatic DCT Trans uses Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5; Proxy, Standard Trans uses Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5; Pure, Automatic DCT Trans uses Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5; Pure, Standard Trans uses Approved Engine Oil must meet specification MB 229.5.
How much oil does a 2016 Smart Fortwo take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Electric Drive, 2D Convertible holds 3.8 quarts with filter; Electric Drive, 2D Coupe holds 3.8 quarts with filter; Passion, Automatic DCT Trans holds 3.8 quarts with filter; Passion, Standard Trans holds 3.8 quarts with filter; Prime, Automatic DCT Trans holds 3.8 quarts with filter; Prime, Standard Trans holds 3.8 quarts with filter; Proxy, Automatic DCT Trans holds 3.8 quarts with filter; Proxy, Standard Trans holds 3.8 quarts with filter; Pure, Automatic DCT Trans holds 3.8 quarts with filter; Pure, Standard Trans holds 3.8 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Smart Fortwo?
Yes. The factory-specified viscosity is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Smart Fortwo. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.