🛢️Oil Type & Capacity
Subaru Outback Oil Type & Capacity
Find the correct oil type and capacity for your Subaru Outback. All years including turbo and 6-cylinder models.
Quick Answer
The 2020-2024 Subaru Outback 2.5L uses 0W-20 full synthetic oil with a capacity of 5.1 quarts. The 2.4L turbo uses 0W-20 (5.0 quarts).
6th Gen (2020-2024)
2020-2024Oil Type (2.5L)0W-20 Full Synthetic
Capacity (2.5L)5.1 quarts with filter
Oil Type (2.4T)0W-20 Full Synthetic
Capacity (2.4T)5.0 quarts with filter
5th Gen (2015-2019)
2015-2019Oil Type (2.5L)0W-20 Synthetic
Capacity (2.5L)5.1 quarts with filter
Oil Type (3.6R)5W-30
Capacity (3.6R)6.9 quarts with filter
4th Gen (2010-2014)
2010-2014Oil Type (2.5L)0W-20 or 5W-30
Capacity (2.5L)5.1 quarts
Oil Type (3.6R)5W-30
Capacity (3.6R)6.9 quarts
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do Subaru Outbacks burn oil?
- Some 2011-2014 2.5L Subaru engines had oil consumption issues. Subaru extended warranties for affected vehicles. The 2015+ FB25 engine and 2020+ engines have largely resolved this.