2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 oil type depends on the engine: the 2.1L takes 5W-30 (12.2 quarts with filter); the 2.1L takes 5W-30 (12.2 quarts with filter); the 2.1L takes 5W-30 (12.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (13.2 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.1L: 5W-30, 12.2 quarts with filter
- 2.1L: 5W-30, 12.2 quarts with filter
- 2.1L: 5W-30, 12.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 13.2 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.1L — 2.1L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 12.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 2.1L — 2.1L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 12.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 2.1L — 2.1L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 12.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.20 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Sprinter 3500
2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
2.5 quarts (9.46 L) — MB Anticorrosion/Antifreeze. Only use products recommended by Mercedes Benz. Approximate capacity.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 take?
It depends on the engine: 2.1L uses 5W-30; 2.1L uses 5W-30; 2.1L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.1L holds 12.2 quarts with filter; 2.1L holds 12.2 quarts with filter; 2.1L holds 12.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 13.2 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.