2020 Lincoln Continental Oil Type & Capacity
The 2020 Lincoln Continental oil type depends on the engine: the 2.7L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Base, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Base, FWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Livery, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Livery, FWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.7L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, AWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, FWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Livery, AWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Livery, FWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels. |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels. |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels. |
| Base, AWD — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels. |
| Base, FWD — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels. |
| Livery, AWD — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels. |
| Livery, FWD — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit while maintaining the durability of your engine. Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Continental
2020 Lincoln Continental factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.9 quarts (10.31 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted. Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2020 Lincoln Continental take?
It depends on the engine: 2.7L uses 5W-30; 2.7L uses 5W-30; 2.7L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; Base, AWD uses 5W-20; Base, FWD uses 5W-20; Livery, AWD uses 5W-20; Livery, FWD uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2020 Lincoln Continental take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Livery, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Livery, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2020 Lincoln Continental?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2020 Lincoln Continental. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.