2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport oil type depends on the engine: the ES, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter); the ES, FWD, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter); the ES, FWD, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (4.52 quarts with filter); the LE, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter); the LE, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter); the SE, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter); the SE, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter); the SEL, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter); the SEL, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.82 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- ES, AWD: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
- ES, FWD, Automatic CVT Trans: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
- ES, FWD, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 4.52 quarts with filter
- LE, AWD: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
- LE, FWD: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
- SE, AWD: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
- SE, FWD: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
- SEL, AWD: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
- SEL, FWD: 0W-20, 4.82 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES, AWD — Automatic CVT Trans | ILSAC - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.30 QTS. | Use only engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification symbol ("Starburst" symbol) on the container. If these oils are not available, an API classification SM can be used. |
| ES, FWD, Automatic CVT Trans — Automatic CVT Trans | ILSAC - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.30 QTS. | Use only engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification symbol ("Starburst" symbol) on the container. If these oils are not available, an API classification SM can be used. |
| ES, FWD, Standard Trans — Standard Trans | ILSAC - SAE 0W-20 | 4.52 QTS. | 4.40 QTS. | Use only engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification symbol ("Starburst" symbol) on the container. If these oils are not available, an API classification SM can be used. |
| LE, AWD — Automatic CVT Trans | ILSAC - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.30 QTS. | Use only engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification symbol ("Starburst" symbol) on the container. If these oils are not available, an API classification SM can be used. |
| LE, FWD — Automatic CVT Trans | ILSAC - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.30 QTS. | Use only engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification symbol ("Starburst" symbol) on the container. If these oils are not available, an API classification SM can be used. |
| SE, AWD — Automatic CVT Trans | ILSAC - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.30 QTS. | Use only engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification symbol ("Starburst" symbol) on the container. If these oils are not available, an API classification SM can be used. |
| SE, FWD — Automatic CVT Trans | ILSAC - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.30 QTS. | Use only engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification symbol ("Starburst" symbol) on the container. If these oils are not available, an API classification SM can be used. |
| SEL, AWD — Automatic CVT Trans | ILSAC - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.30 QTS. | Use only engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification symbol ("Starburst" symbol) on the container. If these oils are not available, an API classification SM can be used. |
| SEL, FWD — Automatic CVT Trans | ILSAC - SAE 0W-20 | 4.82 QTS. | 4.30 QTS. | Use only engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification symbol ("Starburst" symbol) on the container. If these oils are not available, an API classification SM can be used. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Outlander Sport
2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.9 quarts (7.47 L) — DIA QUEEN Super Long Life coolant premium or equivalent. High quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technology. Reserve tank: 0.69 qt.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport take?
It depends on the engine: ES, AWD uses 0W-20; ES, FWD, Automatic CVT Trans uses 0W-20; ES, FWD, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; LE, AWD uses 0W-20; LE, FWD uses 0W-20; SE, AWD uses 0W-20; SE, FWD uses 0W-20; SEL, AWD uses 0W-20; SEL, FWD uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport take?
Capacity depends on the engine: ES, AWD holds 4.82 quarts with filter; ES, FWD, Automatic CVT Trans holds 4.82 quarts with filter; ES, FWD, Standard Trans holds 4.52 quarts with filter; LE, AWD holds 4.82 quarts with filter; LE, FWD holds 4.82 quarts with filter; SE, AWD holds 4.82 quarts with filter; SE, FWD holds 4.82 quarts with filter; SEL, AWD holds 4.82 quarts with filter; SEL, FWD holds 4.82 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.