2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (11.2 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (11.2 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (11.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the Van Cargo Extended, 4WD takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the Van Cargo Extended, RWD takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 11.2 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 11.2 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 11.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- Van Cargo Extended, 4WD: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- Van Cargo Extended, RWD: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 11.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 11.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 11.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Cargo Extended, 4WD — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| Van Cargo Extended, RWD — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
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2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
3.0 quarts (11.35 L)
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 take?
It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 5W-30; 2.0L uses 5W-30; 2.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; Van Cargo Extended, 4WD uses 5W-30; Van Cargo Extended, RWD uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 11.2 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 11.2 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 11.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter; Van Cargo Extended, 4WD holds 13.2 quarts with filter; Van Cargo Extended, RWD holds 13.2 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.