2023 Ford Mustang Oil Type & Capacity
The 2023 Ford Mustang oil type depends on the engine: the 2.3L takes 5W-50 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-50 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-50 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-50 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-50 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-50 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-50 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-50 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.3L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the GT Premium, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (10.0 quarts with filter); the GT Premium, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (10.0 quarts with filter); the GT Premium, 2D Coupe, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (10.0 quarts with filter); the GT Premium, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (10.0 quarts with filter); the GT, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (10.0 quarts with filter); the GT, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (10.0 quarts with filter); the Mach 1 Premium, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (10.0 quarts with filter); the Mach 1 Premium, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (10.0 quarts with filter); the Mach 1, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (10.0 quarts with filter); the Mach 1, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (10.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.3L: 5W-50, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-50, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-50, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-50, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-50, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-50, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-50, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-50, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.3L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- GT Premium, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 10.0 quarts with filter
- GT Premium, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 10.0 quarts with filter
- GT Premium, 2D Coupe, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 10.0 quarts with filter
- GT Premium, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 10.0 quarts with filter
- GT, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 10.0 quarts with filter
- GT, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 10.0 quarts with filter
- Mach 1 Premium, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 10.0 quarts with filter
- Mach 1 Premium, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 10.0 quarts with filter
- Mach 1, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 10.0 quarts with filter
- Mach 1, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 10.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN D | MOTORCRAFT Full Synthetic Motor Oil, SAE 5W-50 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Motor oil for track use. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN D | MOTORCRAFT Full Synthetic Motor Oil, SAE 5W-50 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Motor oil for track use. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN D | MOTORCRAFT Full Synthetic Motor Oil, SAE 5W-50 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Motor oil for track use. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN H | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN H | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN H | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN D | MOTORCRAFT Full Synthetic Motor Oil, SAE 5W-50 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Motor oil for track use. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN D | MOTORCRAFT Full Synthetic Motor Oil, SAE 5W-50 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Motor oil for track use. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN D | MOTORCRAFT Full Synthetic Motor Oil, SAE 5W-50 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Motor oil for track use. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN H | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN H | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN H | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN D | MOTORCRAFT Full Synthetic Motor Oil, SAE 5W-50 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Motor oil for track use. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN H | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN D | MOTORCRAFT Full Synthetic Motor Oil, SAE 5W-50 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Motor oil for track use. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng,Eng VIN H | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| GT Premium, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 10.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| GT Premium, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 10.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| GT Premium, 2D Coupe, Automatic Trans — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 10.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| GT Premium, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 10.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| GT, Automatic Trans — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 10.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| GT, Standard Trans — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 10.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| Mach 1 Premium, Automatic Trans — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 10.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| Mach 1 Premium, Standard Trans — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 10.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| Mach 1, Automatic Trans — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 10.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| Mach 1, Standard Trans — 5.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil | 10.00 QTS. | — | SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
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Coolant capacity
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2023 Ford Mustang take?
It depends on the engine: 2.3L uses 5W-50; 2.3L uses 5W-50; 2.3L uses 5W-50; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-50; 2.3L uses 5W-50; 2.3L uses 5W-50; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-50; 2.3L uses 5W-30; 2.3L uses 5W-50; 2.3L uses 5W-30; GT Premium, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; GT Premium, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; GT Premium, 2D Coupe, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; GT Premium, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; GT, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; GT, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; Mach 1 Premium, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; Mach 1 Premium, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; Mach 1, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; Mach 1, Standard Trans uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2023 Ford Mustang take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.3L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; GT Premium, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans holds 10.0 quarts with filter; GT Premium, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans holds 10.0 quarts with filter; GT Premium, 2D Coupe, Automatic Trans holds 10.0 quarts with filter; GT Premium, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans holds 10.0 quarts with filter; GT, Automatic Trans holds 10.0 quarts with filter; GT, Standard Trans holds 10.0 quarts with filter; Mach 1 Premium, Automatic Trans holds 10.0 quarts with filter; Mach 1 Premium, Standard Trans holds 10.0 quarts with filter; Mach 1, Automatic Trans holds 10.0 quarts with filter; Mach 1, Standard Trans holds 10.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2023 Ford Mustang?
Yes. 5W-50 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2023 Ford Mustang. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.