2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 takes 5W-30 motor oil — 13.2 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 13.2 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Cargo Extended, 4WD | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Cargo Extended, RWD | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Cargo, 4WD | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Cargo, RWD | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Sprinter 3500
2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.75 quarts (10.17 L) — Zerex G48, The Valvoline Company. Glysantin G05, BASF AG
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 take?
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 takes 5W-30 motor oil (MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 take?
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 holds 13.2 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.