2024 Mazda 3 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2024 Mazda 3 oil type depends on the engine: the Carbon Edition, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Carbon Edition, 4D Sedan takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Carbon Turbo, 4D Hatchback takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Carbon Turbo, 4D Sedan takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Preferred, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Preferred, 4D Sedan takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Premium takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the S takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Select Sport, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Select Sport, 4D Sedan takes 0W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter); the Turbo Premium Plus, 4D Hatchback takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter); the Turbo Premium Plus, 4D Sedan takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Carbon Edition, 4D Hatchback: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Carbon Edition, 4D Sedan: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Carbon Turbo, 4D Hatchback: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Carbon Turbo, 4D Sedan: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Preferred, 4D Hatchback: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Preferred, 4D Sedan: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Premium: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- S: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Select Sport, 4D Hatchback: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Select Sport, 4D Sedan: 0W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
- Turbo Premium Plus, 4D Hatchback: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
- Turbo Premium Plus, 4D Sedan: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Edition, 4D Hatchback — Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Carbon Edition, 4D Sedan — Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Carbon Turbo, 4D Hatchback — Turbocharger | API - SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil | 5.10 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| Carbon Turbo, 4D Sedan — Turbocharger | API - SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil | 5.10 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| Preferred, 4D Hatchback — Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Preferred, 4D Sedan — Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Premium — Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| S — Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Select Sport, 4D Hatchback — Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Select Sport, 4D Sedan — Normally Aspirated | API - ILSAC SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Turbo Premium Plus, 4D Hatchback — Turbocharger | API - SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil | 5.10 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
| Turbo Premium Plus, 4D Sedan — Turbocharger | API - SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil | 5.10 QTS. | 4.90 QTS. | — |
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2024 Mazda 3 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.3 quarts (6.9 L). Check the vehicle identification number on the vehicle identify cation number plate. Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription "FL22" on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area. For vehicles without "FL22" inscription use a mixture of demineralized water and ethylene-glycol-based coolant. Do not use solution that contains more than 60% antifreeze. Above -16Deg. C {3.2Deg. F} 65% water/35% coolant. Above -26Deg.C {-15Deg.F} 55% water/45% coolant. Above -40 Deg. C {-40Deg.F} 45% water/55% coolant.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2024 Mazda 3 take?
It depends on the engine: Carbon Edition, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-20; Carbon Edition, 4D Sedan uses 0W-20; Carbon Turbo, 4D Hatchback uses 5W-30; Carbon Turbo, 4D Sedan uses 5W-30; Preferred, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-20; Preferred, 4D Sedan uses 0W-20; Premium uses 0W-20; S uses 0W-20; Select Sport, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-20; Select Sport, 4D Sedan uses 0W-20; Turbo Premium Plus, 4D Hatchback uses 5W-30; Turbo Premium Plus, 4D Sedan uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2024 Mazda 3 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Carbon Edition, 4D Hatchback holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Carbon Edition, 4D Sedan holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Carbon Turbo, 4D Hatchback holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Carbon Turbo, 4D Sedan holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Preferred, 4D Hatchback holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Preferred, 4D Sedan holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Premium holds 4.8 quarts with filter; S holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Select Sport, 4D Hatchback holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Select Sport, 4D Sedan holds 4.8 quarts with filter; Turbo Premium Plus, 4D Hatchback holds 5.1 quarts with filter; Turbo Premium Plus, 4D Sedan holds 5.1 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2024 Mazda 3?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2024 Mazda 3. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.