2016 Toyota Venza Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Toyota Venza oil type depends on the engine: the 2.7L takes 0W-20 (4.6 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 0W-20 (4.6 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 0W-20 (6.4 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.7L: 0W-20, 4.6 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 0W-20, 4.6 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 6.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent: SAE 0W-20, Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil | 4.60 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent: SAE 0W-20, Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil | 4.60 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| 3.5L — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent: SAE 0W-20, Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| 3.5L — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent: SAE 0W-20, Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Venza
2016 Toyota Venza factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.5 quarts (7.09 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant. Similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technology.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Toyota Venza take?
It depends on the engine: 2.7L uses 0W-20; 2.7L uses 0W-20; 3.5L uses 0W-20; 3.5L uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2016 Toyota Venza take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.7L holds 4.6 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 4.6 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.4 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.4 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Toyota Venza?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Toyota Venza. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.