2021 Lincoln Aviator Oil Type & Capacity

The 2021 Lincoln Aviator takes 5W-30 motor oil — 6.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

5W-306.0 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
Base, AWDMOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.6.00 QTS.To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Base, RWDMOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.6.00 QTS.To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Black LabelMOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.6.00 QTS.To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Black Label Grand TouringMOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.6.00 QTS.To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Grand TouringMOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.6.00 QTS.To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Reserve, AWDMOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.6.00 QTS.To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Reserve, RWDMOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.6.00 QTS.To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

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More specs & repair guides for your Aviator

2021 Lincoln Aviator factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

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Coolant capacity

18.0 quarts (17.03 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant. Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2021 Lincoln Aviator take?

The 2021 Lincoln Aviator takes 5W-30 motor oil (MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.), per the factory service manual.

How much oil does a 2021 Lincoln Aviator take?

The 2021 Lincoln Aviator holds 6.0 quarts with a filter change.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Lincoln Aviator?

Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Lincoln Aviator. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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