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2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD Oil Type & Capacity

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD takes 5W-30 motor oil — 10.6 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

5W-30 — 10.6 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
2D Cab Chassis Extended, 4WDMB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-4010.60 QTS.—Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine.
2D Cab Chassis Extended, RWDMB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-4010.60 QTS.—Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine.
2D Cab Chassis, 4WDMB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-4010.60 QTS.—Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine.
2D Cab Chassis, RWDMB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-4010.60 QTS.—Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine.
Van Cargo Extended, 4WDMB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-4010.60 QTS.—Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine.
Van Cargo Extended, RWDMB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-4010.60 QTS.—Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine.
Van Cargo, 4WDMB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-4010.60 QTS.—Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine.
Van Cargo, RWDMB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-4010.60 QTS.—Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). The lastes document from MB (year 2020) shows: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 and 229.52 are approved for the 3.0L engine.

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More specs & repair guides for your Sprinter 3500XD

2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

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Coolant capacity

2.5 quarts (9.46 L) — MB Anticorrosion/Antifreeze. Only use products recommended by Mercedes Benz. Approximate capacity.

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD take?

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD takes 5W-30 motor oil (MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40), per the factory service manual.

How much oil does a 2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD take?

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD holds 10.6 quarts with a filter change.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD?

Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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