2023 Lexus IS 500 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2023 Lexus IS 500 takes 5W-30 motor oil — 9.1 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 9.1 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F Sport Performance | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GF-6A Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 | 9.10 QTS. | 8.30 QTS. | SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 5W-30 is not available, SAE 10W-30 oil may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
| F Sport Performance Premium | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GF-6A Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 | 9.10 QTS. | 8.30 QTS. | SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 5W-30 is not available, SAE 10W-30 oil may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. |
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More specs & repair guides for your IS 500
2023 Lexus IS 500 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
12.0 quarts (11.35 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, 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 2023 Lexus IS 500 take?
The 2023 Lexus IS 500 takes 5W-30 motor oil (TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GF-6A Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2023 Lexus IS 500 take?
The 2023 Lexus IS 500 holds 9.1 quarts with a filter change, or 8.3 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2023 Lexus IS 500?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2023 Lexus IS 500. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.