2021 Toyota Sequoia Oil Type & Capacity

The 2021 Toyota Sequoia takes 0W-20 motor oil — 8.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

0W-20 — 8.5 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

Engine	Oil Type (viscosity)	Capacity w/ Filter	Capacity w/o Filter	Notes
Limited, 4WD	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil	8.50 QTS.	7.90 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.
Limited, RWD	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil	8.50 QTS.	7.90 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.
Nightshade, 4WD	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil	8.50 QTS.	7.90 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.
Nightshade, RWD	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil	8.50 QTS.	7.90 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.
Platinum, 4WD	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil	8.50 QTS.	7.90 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.
Platinum, RWD	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil	8.50 QTS.	7.90 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.
SR5, 4WD	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil	8.50 QTS.	7.90 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.
SR5, RWD	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil	8.50 QTS.	7.90 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.
TRD Pro	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil	8.50 QTS.	7.90 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.
TRD Sport, 4WD	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil	8.50 QTS.	7.90 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.
TRD Sport, RWD	TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil	8.50 QTS.	7.90 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.

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More specs & repair guides for your Sequoia

2021 Toyota Sequoia factory service manual All fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

Coolant capacity

13.1 quarts (12.39 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 Sequoia take?

The 2021 Toyota Sequoia takes 0W-20 motor oil (TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil), per the factory service manual.

How much oil does a 2021 Toyota Sequoia take?

The 2021 Toyota Sequoia holds 8.5 quarts with a filter change, or 7.9 quarts without changing the filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Toyota Sequoia?

Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Toyota Sequoia. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.