2020 Toyota Corolla Oil Type & Capacity
The 2020 Toyota Corolla oil type depends on the engine: the Hybrid LE takes 0W-16 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the L takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the LE takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the SE Nightshade takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts qt with filter); the XLE takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the XSE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts qt with filter); the XSE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts qt with filter); the XSE, 4D Sedan takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Hybrid LE: 0W-16, 4.4 quarts with filter
- L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- LE: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- SE Nightshade: 0W-16, 4.9 quarts with filter
- SE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans: 0W-16, 4.9 quarts with filter
- SE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans: 0W-16, 4.9 quarts with filter
- SE, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans: 0W-16, 4.9 quarts with filter
- SE, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans: 0W-16, 4.9 quarts with filter
- XLE: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- XSE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans: 0W-16, 4.9 quarts with filter
- XSE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans: 0W-16, 4.9 quarts with filter
- XSE, 4D Sedan: 0W-16, 4.9 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid LE — 1.8L Eng,Gas/Electric | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 0W-16 | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change. |
| L — 1.8L Eng,Gas | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick. |
| LE — 1.8L Eng,Gas | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick. |
| SE Nightshade — 2.0L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 0W-16 | 4.90 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change. |
| SE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans — 2.0L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 0W-16 | 4.90 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change. |
| SE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 0W-16 | 4.90 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change. |
| SE, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans — 2.0L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 0W-16 | 4.90 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change. |
| SE, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 0W-16 | 4.90 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change. |
| XLE — 1.8L Eng,Gas | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.10 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick. |
| XSE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans — 2.0L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 0W-16 | 4.90 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change. |
| XSE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 0W-16 | 4.90 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change. |
| XSE, 4D Sedan — 2.0L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 0W-16 | 4.90 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change. |
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Coolant capacity
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2020 Toyota Corolla take?
It depends on the engine: Hybrid LE uses 0W-16; L uses 0W-20; LE uses 0W-20; SE Nightshade uses 0W-16; SE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans uses 0W-16; SE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses 0W-16; SE, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans uses 0W-16; SE, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans uses 0W-16; XLE uses 0W-20; XSE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans uses 0W-16; XSE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses 0W-16; XSE, 4D Sedan uses 0W-16.
What is the oil capacity of a 2020 Toyota Corolla?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Hybrid LE holds 4.4 quarts with filter; L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; LE holds 4.4 quarts with filter; SE Nightshade holds 4.9 quarts with filter; SE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; SE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; SE, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; SE, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; XLE holds 4.4 quarts with filter; XSE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; XSE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; XSE, 4D Sedan holds 4.9 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2020 Toyota Corolla?
Most 2020 Toyota Corolla 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 — Toyota recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2020 Toyota Corolla?
Yes. 0W-16 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2020 Toyota Corolla. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.