2018 Volvo S60 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Volvo S60 oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.9 quarts qt with filter); the T5 Inscription Platinum, AWD takes 5W-30 (5.9 quarts qt with filter); the T5 Inscription Platinum, FWD takes 5W-30 (5.9 quarts qt with filter); the T5 Inscription, AWD takes 5W-30 (5.9 quarts qt with filter); the T5 Inscription, FWD takes 5W-30 (5.9 quarts qt with filter); the T6 Polestar takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the T6 R-Design Platinum takes 5W-30 (5.9 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 5.9 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 5.9 quarts with filter
- T5 Inscription Platinum, AWD: 5W-30, 5.9 quarts with filter
- T5 Inscription Platinum, FWD: 5W-30, 5.9 quarts with filter
- T5 Inscription, AWD: 5W-30, 5.9 quarts with filter
- T5 Inscription, FWD: 5W-30, 5.9 quarts with filter
- T6 Polestar: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- T6 R-Design Platinum: 5W-30, 5.9 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L — T5 Dynamic, 2.0L Eng VIN 40, Eng CD B4204T11 | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| 2.0L — T5 Dynamic, 2.0L Eng VIN 26, Eng CD B4204T12 | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| T5 Inscription Platinum, AWD — Eng CD B4204T11 | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| T5 Inscription Platinum, FWD — Eng CD B4204T11 | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| T5 Inscription, AWD — Eng CD B4204T11 | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| T5 Inscription, FWD — Eng CD B4204T11 | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| T6 Polestar — Eng CD B4204T43 | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.70 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| T6 R-Design Platinum — Eng CD B4204T9 | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
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Coolant capacity
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Volvo S60 take?
It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 5W-30; T5 Inscription Platinum, AWD uses 5W-30; T5 Inscription Platinum, FWD uses 5W-30; T5 Inscription, AWD uses 5W-30; T5 Inscription, FWD uses 5W-30; T6 Polestar uses 5W-30; T6 R-Design Platinum uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2018 Volvo S60?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 5.9 quarts with filter; T5 Inscription Platinum, AWD holds 5.9 quarts with filter; T5 Inscription Platinum, FWD holds 5.9 quarts with filter; T5 Inscription, AWD holds 5.9 quarts with filter; T5 Inscription, FWD holds 5.9 quarts with filter; T6 Polestar holds 5.7 quarts with filter; T6 R-Design Platinum holds 5.9 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2018 Volvo S60?
Most 2018 Volvo S60 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 — Volvo recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Volvo S60?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Volvo S60. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.