2020 Volvo XC40 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2020 Volvo XC40 takes 5W-30 motor oil — 5.9 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 5.9 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T4 Inscription | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| T4 Momentum | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| T4 R-Design | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| T5 Inscription | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| T5 Momentum | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
| T5 R-Design | Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30 | 5.90 QTS. | — | 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for extreme driving conditions. This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cylinder engines. |
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2020 Volvo XC40 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
N/A (N/A) — 50/50 mixture of VOLVO Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent coolant with corrosion inhibitor and water. The level should not exceed the yellow MAX mark inside the expansion tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2020 Volvo XC40 take?
The 2020 Volvo XC40 takes 5W-30 motor oil (Full Synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used, SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2020 Volvo XC40 take?
The 2020 Volvo XC40 holds 5.9 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2020 Volvo XC40?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2020 Volvo XC40. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.