2021 Toyota Tacoma Oil Type & Capacity: 0W-20 (6.2 quarts)
The 2021 Toyota Tacoma takes 0W-20 motor oil — 6.2 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-20 — 6.2 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L — SR, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 2.7L Eng VIN X, 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.80 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 2.7L — SR, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.7L Eng VIN X, 4WD, 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.80 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 2.7L — SR5, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 2.7L Eng VIN X, 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.80 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 2.7L — SR5, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.7L Eng VIN X, 4WD, 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.80 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 2.7L — SR5, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.7L Eng VIN X, RWD, 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.80 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 2.7L — SR, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.7L Eng VIN X, RWD, 2.7L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.80 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 3.5L — SR, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.5L Eng VIN Z, 4WD, 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 3.5L — SR, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.5L Eng VIN Z, 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 3.5L — SR5, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.5L Eng VIN Z, RWD, 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 3.5L — SR, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.5L Eng VIN Z, RWD, 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 3.5L — SR5, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.5L Eng VIN Z, RWD, 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 3.5L — SR5, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.5L Eng VIN Z, 4WD, 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| 3.5L — SR5, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.5L Eng VIN Z, 4WD, 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| Limited, 4WD — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| Limited, RWD — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| Nightshade, 4WD — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| Nightshade, RWD — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| Trail, 4WD — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| Trail, RWD — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Off-Road, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 4WD, Automatic Trans — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Off-Road, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 4WD, Standard Trans — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Off-Road, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, RWD — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Off-Road, 4D Pickup Extra Cab — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Pro, Automatic Trans — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Pro, Standard Trans — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Sport, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 4WD, Automatic Trans — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Sport, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 4WD, Standard Trans — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Sport, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, RWD — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 4WD, Automatic Trans — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 4WD, Standard Trans — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| TRD Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, RWD — 3.5L Eng | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20 | 6.20 QTS. | 5.90 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 may be used, but must be replaced w/ SAE 0W-20 at next change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
More factory specs & repair guides for your Tacoma
🛞 2021 Toyota Tacoma Tire Size & Pressure →🌧️ 2021 Toyota Tacoma Wiper Blade Sizes →💡 2021 Toyota Tacoma Light Bulb Sizes →📖 2021 Toyota Tacoma Factory Service Manual →All fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner network AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.1 quarts (8.61 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 Tacoma take?
The 2021 Toyota Tacoma takes 0W-20 motor oil (TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GL-5 multigrade engine oil SAE 0W-20), per the factory service manual.
What is the oil capacity of a 2021 Toyota Tacoma?
The 2021 Toyota Tacoma oil capacity is 6.2 quarts with a filter change, or 5.8 quarts without changing the filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2021 Toyota Tacoma?
Most 2021 Toyota Tacoma owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Toyota recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Toyota Tacoma?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
Other Toyota Tacoma years
2025 Tacoma2024 Tacoma2023 Tacoma2022 Tacoma2020 Tacoma2019 Tacoma2018 Tacoma2017 Tacoma2016 Tacoma2015 Tacoma2014 Tacoma2013 Tacoma2012 Tacoma2011 Tacoma2010 Tacoma2009 Tacoma2008 Tacoma2007 Tacoma2006 Tacoma2005 Tacoma2004 Tacoma2003 Tacoma2002 Tacoma2001 Tacoma2000 Tacoma1999 Tacoma1998 Tacoma1997 Tacoma1996 Tacoma1995 Tacoma
Other Toyota models
4Runner86AvalonC-HRCamryCamry SolaraCelicaCelica SupraCorollaCorolla CrossCorolla iMCressidaCrownCrown SigniaECHOFJ CruiserGR CorollaGR86Grand HighlanderHighlanderLand CruiserMatrixMR2PaseoPickupPreviaPriusPrius CPrius PrimePrius VRAV4RAV4 PrimeSequoiaSiennaStarletSupraT100TercelTundraVanVenzaYarisYaris iA