2021 Toyota Corolla Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Toyota Corolla oil type depends on the engine: the Hybrid LE takes 0W-16 (4.4 quarts with filter); the L takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the LE takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the SE Apex takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts with filter); the SE Nightshade, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts with filter); the SE Nightshade, 4D Sedan takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts with filter); the SE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts with filter); the SE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts with filter); the SE, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts with filter); the SE, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts with filter); the XLE takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts with filter); the XSE Apex, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts with filter); the XSE Apex, 4D Sedan takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts with filter); the XSE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts with filter); the XSE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts with filter); the XSE, 4D Sedan takes 0W-16 (4.9 quarts 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 Apex: 0W-16, 4.9 quarts with filter
- SE Nightshade, 4D Hatchback: 0W-16, 4.9 quarts with filter
- SE Nightshade, 4D Sedan: 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 Apex, 4D Hatchback: 0W-16, 4.9 quarts with filter
- XSE Apex, 4D Sedan: 0W-16, 4.9 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 Apex — 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 Nightshade, 4D Hatchback — 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 Nightshade, 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. |
| 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 Apex, 4D Hatchback — 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 Apex, 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. |
| 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. |
Buy the right oil
Buy 0W-16 motor oil on AmazonBuy 0W-20 motor oil on Amazon2021 Toyota Corolla oil filter on AmazonAs an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made through these links.
More specs & repair guides for your Corolla
2021 Toyota Corolla factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
5.9 quarts (5.58 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology. DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2021 Toyota Corolla take?
It depends on the engine: Hybrid LE uses 0W-16; L uses 0W-20; LE uses 0W-20; SE Apex uses 0W-16; SE Nightshade, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-16; SE Nightshade, 4D Sedan 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 Apex, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-16; XSE Apex, 4D Sedan uses 0W-16; XSE, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans uses 0W-16; XSE, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses 0W-16; XSE, 4D Sedan uses 0W-16.
How much oil does a 2021 Toyota Corolla take?
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 Apex holds 4.9 quarts with filter; SE Nightshade, 4D Hatchback holds 4.9 quarts with filter; SE Nightshade, 4D Sedan 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 Apex, 4D Hatchback holds 4.9 quarts with filter; XSE Apex, 4D Sedan holds 4.9 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.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Toyota Corolla?
Yes. 0W-16 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Toyota Corolla. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.