2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 takes 5W-30 motor oil — 13.2 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 13.2 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Cargo Extended, 4WD | 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 | 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, 4WD | 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, RWD | 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 Crew, 4WD | 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 Crew, RWD | 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 3500 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
2.6 quarts (9.84 L)
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 take?
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 takes 5W-30 motor oil (MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 take?
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 holds 13.2 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.