2019 Ford Explorer Oil Type & Capacity
The 2019 Ford Explorer oil type depends on the engine: the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.5L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Platinum takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Sport takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Platinum: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Sport: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 3.5L — 3.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 3.5L — 3.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 3.5L — 3.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 3.5L — 3.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 3.5L — 3.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 3.5L — 3.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| Platinum — 3.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| Sport — 3.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Explorer
2019 Ford Explorer factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
12.0 quarts (11.35 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted. Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle. Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity. Some applications may vary.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2019 Ford Explorer take?
It depends on the engine: 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-30; 3.5L uses 5W-30; Platinum uses 5W-30; Sport uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2019 Ford Explorer take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.3L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 5.7 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Platinum holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Sport holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2019 Ford Explorer?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2019 Ford Explorer. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.