2021 Mazda CX-5 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 oil type depends on the engine: the Carbon Edition Turbo, AWD takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Carbon Edition Turbo, FWD takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Carbon Edition, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Carbon Edition, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Grand Touring Reserve takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Grand Touring, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Grand Touring, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Signature takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Sport, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Sport, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Touring, AWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Touring, FWD takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Carbon Edition Turbo, AWD: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Carbon Edition Turbo, FWD: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Carbon Edition, AWD: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Carbon Edition, FWD: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Grand Touring Reserve: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Grand Touring, AWD: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Grand Touring, FWD: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Signature: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Sport, AWD: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Sport, FWD: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Touring, AWD: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Touring, FWD: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Edition Turbo, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | API - ILSAC, SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil | 5.10 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| Carbon Edition Turbo, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | API - ILSAC, SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil | 5.10 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| Carbon Edition, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Carbon Edition, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Grand Touring Reserve — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | API - ILSAC, SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil | 5.10 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| Grand Touring, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Grand Touring, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Signature — 2.5L Eng,Turbocharger | API - ILSAC, SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil | 5.10 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| Sport, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Sport, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Touring, AWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Touring, FWD — 2.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC, SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
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2021 Mazda CX-5 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.0 quarts (8.51 L). Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription "FL22" on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area. For vehicles without "FL22" inscription use a mixture of demineralized water and ethylene-glycol-based coolant. Do not use solution that contains more than 60% antifreeze. Above -16Deg. C {3.2Deg. F} 65% water/35% coolant. Above -26Deg.C {-15Deg.F} 55% water/45% coolant. Above -40 Deg. C {-40Deg.F} 45% water/55% coolant.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2021 Mazda CX-5 take?
It depends on the engine: Carbon Edition Turbo, AWD uses 5W-30; Carbon Edition Turbo, FWD uses 5W-30; Carbon Edition, AWD uses 0W-20; Carbon Edition, FWD uses 0W-20; Grand Touring Reserve uses 5W-30; Grand Touring, AWD uses 0W-20; Grand Touring, FWD uses 0W-20; Signature uses 5W-30; Sport, AWD uses 0W-20; Sport, FWD uses 0W-20; Touring, AWD uses 0W-20; Touring, FWD uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2021 Mazda CX-5 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Carbon Edition Turbo, AWD holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Carbon Edition Turbo, FWD holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Carbon Edition, AWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Carbon Edition, FWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Grand Touring Reserve holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Grand Touring, AWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Grand Touring, FWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Signature holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Sport, AWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Sport, FWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Touring, AWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Touring, FWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Mazda CX-5?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Mazda CX-5. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.