2020 Dodge 1500 Classic Oil Type & Capacity
The 2020 Dodge 1500 Classic oil type depends on the engine: the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the 5.7L takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the Special Service takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Special Service: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L — Express, 2D Pickup, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Express, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, 4WD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Express, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Express, 2D Pickup, 3.6L Eng VIN G, 4WD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Express, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Express, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, 4WD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — SLT, 2D Pickup, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — SLT, 2D Pickup, 3.6L Eng VIN G, 4WD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — SLT, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, 4WD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — SLT, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, 4WD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — SLT, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — SLT, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Tradesman, 2D Pickup, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Tradesman, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, 4WD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Tradesman, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Tradesman, 2D Pickup, 3.6L Eng VIN G, 4WD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Tradesman, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, 4WD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Tradesman, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Warlock, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, 4WD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Warlock, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Warlock, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, 4WD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 3.6L — Warlock, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available. |
| 5.7L — Express, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Express, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, 4WD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Express, 2D Pickup, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Express, 2D Pickup, 5.7L Eng VIN T, 4WD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Express, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, 4WD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Express, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — SLT, 2D Pickup, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — SLT, 2D Pickup, 5.7L Eng VIN T, 4WD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — SLT, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — SLT, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, 4WD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — SLT, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Tradesman, 2D Pickup, 5.7L Eng VIN T, 4WD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Tradesman, 2D Pickup, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Tradesman, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, 4WD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Tradesman, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — SLT, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, 4WD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Tradesman, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Tradesman, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, 4WD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Warlock, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, 4WD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Warlock, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Warlock, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, 4WD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Warlock, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Special Service — 5.7L Eng | API Certified, SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2020 Dodge 1500 Classic take?
It depends on the engine: 3.6L uses 5W-20; 5.7L uses 5W-20; Special Service uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2020 Dodge 1500 Classic?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 5.7L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Special Service holds 7.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2020 Dodge 1500 Classic?
Most 2020 Dodge 1500 Classic 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 — Dodge recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2020 Dodge 1500 Classic?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2020 Dodge 1500 Classic. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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