2017 Ford C-Max Oil Type & Capacity

The 2017 Ford C-Max takes 0W-20 motor oil — 4.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

0W-204.5 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
Energi SEMOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil4.50 QTS.4.10 QTS.Use SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 motor oil as a temporary replacement.
Energi TitaniumMOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil4.50 QTS.4.10 QTS.Use SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 motor oil as a temporary replacement.
Hybrid SEMOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil4.50 QTS.4.10 QTS.Use SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 motor oil as a temporary replacement.
Hybrid TitaniumMOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil4.50 QTS.4.10 QTS.Use SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 motor oil as a temporary replacement.

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2017 Ford C-Max factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

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Coolant capacity

8.8 quarts (8.32 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted. Inverter System Controller Coolant: 1.1 qts. Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2017 Ford C-Max take?

The 2017 Ford C-Max takes 0W-20 motor oil (MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil), per the factory service manual.

How much oil does a 2017 Ford C-Max take?

The 2017 Ford C-Max holds 4.5 quarts with a filter change, or 4.1 quarts without changing the filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2017 Ford C-Max?

Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Ford C-Max. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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