2017 Lexus NX 200t Oil Type & Capacity
The 2017 Lexus NX 200t takes 0W-20 motor oil — 5.2 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-20 — 5.2 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, AWD | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 for Direct Injection Turbo Gasoline Engines | 5.20 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick. 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. |
| Base, FWD | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 for Direct Injection Turbo Gasoline Engines | 5.20 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick. 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. |
| F Sport, AWD | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 for Direct Injection Turbo Gasoline Engines | 5.20 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick. 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. |
| F Sport, FWD | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 for Direct Injection Turbo Gasoline Engines | 5.20 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick. 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 NX 200t
2017 Lexus NX 200t factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.3 quarts (7.85 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2017 Lexus NX 200t take?
The 2017 Lexus NX 200t takes 0W-20 motor oil (TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 for Direct Injection Turbo Gasoline Engines), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2017 Lexus NX 200t take?
The 2017 Lexus NX 200t holds 5.2 quarts with a filter change, or 5.0 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2017 Lexus NX 200t?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Lexus NX 200t. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.