2018 Volvo V60 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Volvo V60 oil type depends on the engine: the T5 Dynamic, AWD takes 5W-30 (5.9 quarts with filter); the T5 Dynamic, FWD takes 5W-30 (5.9 quarts with filter); the T6 Polestar takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the T6 R-Design Platinum takes 5W-30 (5.9 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- T5 Dynamic, AWD: 5W-30, 5.9 quarts with filter
- T5 Dynamic, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T5 Dynamic, 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 Dynamic, 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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More specs & repair guides for your V60
2018 Volvo V60 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.7 quarts (8.23 L) — 50/50 mixture of VOLVO Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent coolant with corrosion inhibitor and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Volvo V60 take?
It depends on the engine: T5 Dynamic, AWD uses 5W-30; T5 Dynamic, FWD uses 5W-30; T6 Polestar uses 5W-30; T6 R-Design Platinum uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2018 Volvo V60 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: T5 Dynamic, AWD holds 5.9 quarts with filter; T5 Dynamic, 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.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Volvo V60?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Volvo V60. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.