2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander oil type depends on the engine: the ES, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.86 quarts with filter); the ES, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.86 quarts with filter); the GT takes 0W-20 (4.54 quarts with filter); the LE, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.86 quarts with filter); the LE, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.86 quarts with filter); the SE, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.86 quarts with filter); the SE, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.86 quarts with filter); the SEL, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.86 quarts with filter); the SEL, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.86 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- ES, AWD: 0W-20, 4.86 quarts with filter
- ES, FWD: 0W-20, 4.86 quarts with filter
- GT: 0W-20, 4.54 quarts with filter
- LE, AWD: 0W-20, 4.86 quarts with filter
- LE, FWD: 0W-20, 4.86 quarts with filter
- SE, AWD: 0W-20, 4.86 quarts with filter
- SE, FWD: 0W-20, 4.86 quarts with filter
- SEL, AWD: 0W-20, 4.86 quarts with filter
- SEL, FWD: 0W-20, 4.86 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES, AWD — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.86 QTS. | 4.54 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| ES, FWD — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.86 QTS. | 4.54 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| GT — 3.0L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.54 QTS. | 4.22 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| LE, AWD — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.86 QTS. | 4.54 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| LE, FWD — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.86 QTS. | 4.54 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| SE, AWD — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.86 QTS. | 4.54 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| SE, FWD — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.86 QTS. | 4.54 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| SEL, AWD — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.86 QTS. | 4.54 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
| SEL, FWD — 2.4L Eng | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.86 QTS. | 4.54 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Outlander
2018 Mitsubishi Outlander factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.34 quarts (5.99 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 take?
It depends on the engine: ES, AWD uses 0W-20; ES, FWD uses 0W-20; GT 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 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: ES, AWD holds 4.86 quarts with filter; ES, FWD holds 4.86 quarts with filter; GT holds 4.54 quarts with filter; LE, AWD holds 4.86 quarts with filter; LE, FWD holds 4.86 quarts with filter; SE, AWD holds 4.86 quarts with filter; SE, FWD holds 4.86 quarts with filter; SEL, AWD holds 4.86 quarts with filter; SEL, FWD holds 4.86 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.