2018 Ford Focus Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Ford Focus oil type depends on the engine: the 1.0L takes 5W-20 (4.1 quarts qt with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts qt with filter); the RS takes 5W-50 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the S, Automatic DCT Trans takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts qt with filter); the S, Standard Trans takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 4D Hatchback takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts qt with filter); the SEL, 4D Hatchback takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts qt with filter); the SEL, 4D Sedan takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts qt with filter); the ST takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium, 4D Hatchback takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium, 4D Sedan takes 5W-20 (4.54 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 1.0L: 5W-20, 4.1 quarts with filter
- 1.0L: 5W-20, 4.1 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
- RS: 5W-50, 5.7 quarts with filter
- S, Automatic DCT Trans: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
- S, Standard Trans: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
- SE, 4D Hatchback: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
- SEL, 4D Hatchback: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
- SEL, 4D Sedan: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
- ST: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- Titanium, 4D Hatchback: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
- Titanium, 4D Sedan: 5W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0L — SE, 4D Sedan, 1.0L Eng VIN E, Automatic Trans, 1.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.10 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 1.0L — SE, 4D Sedan, 1.0L Eng VIN E, Standard Trans, 1.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.10 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.54 QTS. | — | FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| RS — 2.3L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-50 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | — |
| S, Automatic DCT Trans — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.54 QTS. | — | FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| S, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.54 QTS. | — | FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| SE, 4D Hatchback — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.54 QTS. | — | FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| SEL, 4D Hatchback — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.54 QTS. | — | FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| SEL, 4D Sedan — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.54 QTS. | — | FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| ST — 2.0L Eng,Turbocharger | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| Titanium, 4D Hatchback — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.54 QTS. | — | FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| Titanium, 4D Sedan — 2.0L Eng,Normally Aspirated | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. Optional: Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 4.54 QTS. | — | FORD recommends Motorcraft Motor Oil. If Motorcraft Motor Oil is not available, use Motor Oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Ford Focus take?
It depends on the engine: 1.0L uses 5W-20; 2.0L uses 5W-20; RS uses 5W-50; S, Automatic DCT Trans uses 5W-20; S, Standard Trans uses 5W-20; SE, 4D Hatchback uses 5W-20; SEL, 4D Hatchback uses 5W-20; SEL, 4D Sedan uses 5W-20; ST uses 5W-30; Titanium, 4D Hatchback uses 5W-20; Titanium, 4D Sedan uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2018 Ford Focus?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 1.0L holds 4.1 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.54 quarts with filter; RS holds 5.7 quarts with filter; S, Automatic DCT Trans holds 4.54 quarts with filter; S, Standard Trans holds 4.54 quarts with filter; SE, 4D Hatchback holds 4.54 quarts with filter; SEL, 4D Hatchback holds 4.54 quarts with filter; SEL, 4D Sedan holds 4.54 quarts with filter; ST holds 5.7 quarts with filter; Titanium, 4D Hatchback holds 4.54 quarts with filter; Titanium, 4D Sedan holds 4.54 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2018 Ford Focus?
Most 2018 Ford Focus 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 — Ford recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Ford Focus?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Ford Focus. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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