2017 Fiat 500 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2017 Fiat 500 oil type depends on the engine: the Abarth Cabrio, Automatic Trans takes 5W-40 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Abarth Cabrio, Standard Trans takes 5W-40 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Abarth, Automatic Trans takes 5W-40 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Abarth, Standard Trans takes 5W-40 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the c Lounge, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the c Lounge, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the c Pop, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the c Pop, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Lounge, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Lounge, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Pop, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Pop, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Abarth Cabrio, Automatic Trans: 5W-40, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Abarth Cabrio, Standard Trans: 5W-40, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Abarth, Automatic Trans: 5W-40, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Abarth, Standard Trans: 5W-40, 4.0 quarts with filter
- c Lounge, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- c Lounge, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- c Pop, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- c Pop, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Lounge, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Lounge, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Pop, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Pop, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abarth Cabrio, Automatic Trans — Turbocharger | MOPAR API SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Abarth Cabrio, Standard Trans — Turbocharger | MOPAR API SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Abarth, Automatic Trans — Turbocharger | MOPAR API SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Abarth, Standard Trans — Turbocharger | MOPAR API SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| c Lounge, Automatic Trans — Normally Aspirated | MOPAR API SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| c Lounge, Standard Trans — Normally Aspirated | MOPAR API SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| c Pop, Automatic Trans — Normally Aspirated | MOPAR API SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| c Pop, Standard Trans — Normally Aspirated | MOPAR API SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Lounge, Automatic Trans — Normally Aspirated | MOPAR API SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Lounge, Standard Trans — Normally Aspirated | MOPAR API SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Pop, Automatic Trans — Normally Aspirated | MOPAR API SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Pop, Standard Trans — Normally Aspirated | MOPAR API SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
5.8 quarts (5.48 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 year 150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 90032
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2017 Fiat 500 take?
It depends on the engine: Abarth Cabrio, Automatic Trans uses 5W-40; Abarth Cabrio, Standard Trans uses 5W-40; Abarth, Automatic Trans uses 5W-40; Abarth, Standard Trans uses 5W-40; c Lounge, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; c Lounge, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; c Pop, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; c Pop, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; Lounge, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; Lounge, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; Pop, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; Pop, Standard Trans uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2017 Fiat 500?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Abarth Cabrio, Automatic Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Abarth Cabrio, Standard Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Abarth, Automatic Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Abarth, Standard Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter; c Lounge, Automatic Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter; c Lounge, Standard Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter; c Pop, Automatic Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter; c Pop, Standard Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Lounge, Automatic Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Lounge, Standard Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Pop, Automatic Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Pop, Standard Trans holds 4.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2017 Fiat 500?
Most 2017 Fiat 500 owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Fiat recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2017 Fiat 500?
Yes. 5W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Fiat 500. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.