2018 Fiat 500X Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Fiat 500X oil type depends on the engine: the 1.4L takes 5W-40 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 2.4L takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter); the 2.4L takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter); the Lounge, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter); the Lounge, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter); the Pop Blue Sky Edition, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter); the Pop Blue Sky Edition, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter); the Trekking, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter); the Trekking, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter); the Urbana Edition, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter); the Urbana Edition, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 1.4L: 5W-40, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 2.4L: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- 2.4L: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Lounge, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Lounge, FWD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Pop Blue Sky Edition, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Pop Blue Sky Edition, FWD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Trekking, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Trekking, FWD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Urbana Edition, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Urbana Edition, FWD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4L — 1.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-12991 | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.4L — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.4L — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Lounge, 4WD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Lounge, FWD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Pop Blue Sky Edition, 4WD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Pop Blue Sky Edition, FWD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Trekking, 4WD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Trekking, FWD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Urbana Edition, 4WD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Urbana Edition, FWD — 2.4L Eng | MOPAR API SAE 0W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC Material Standard MS-6395 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your 500X
2018 Fiat 500X factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
5.5 quarts (5.2 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 year 150,000 Mile Formula PARAFULL OAT (Organic Additive Technology). System fill capacity includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. Meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-90032.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Fiat 500X take?
It depends on the engine: 1.4L uses 5W-40; 2.4L uses 0W-20; 2.4L uses 0W-20; Lounge, 4WD uses 0W-20; Lounge, FWD uses 0W-20; Pop Blue Sky Edition, 4WD uses 0W-20; Pop Blue Sky Edition, FWD uses 0W-20; Trekking, 4WD uses 0W-20; Trekking, FWD uses 0W-20; Urbana Edition, 4WD uses 0W-20; Urbana Edition, FWD uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2018 Fiat 500X take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 1.4L holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 2.4L holds 5.5 quarts with filter; 2.4L holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Lounge, 4WD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Lounge, FWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Pop Blue Sky Edition, 4WD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Pop Blue Sky Edition, FWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Trekking, 4WD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Trekking, FWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Urbana Edition, 4WD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Urbana Edition, FWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Fiat 500X?
Yes. 5W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Fiat 500X. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.