Ford Fiesta Oil Type and Capacity

Are you looking to maintain your Ford Fiesta? Keeping up with regular oil changes is one of the essential tasks in maintaining your car. But what oil type and capacity should you use for your Ford Fiesta? This blog post will provide you with all the information you need to ensure your Ford Fiesta is running smoothly. Read on to learn the recommended oil type and capacity for your Ford Fiesta.

Importance of using the correct oil type & capacity in Fiesta

Different types of oil have different properties that affect how they lubricate, clean, and protect engine components. Using the wrong oil can result in poor engine performance, accelerated wear and tear, and even damage to internal components.

A generation-wise guide to Ford Fiesta Oil type and capacity

Ford Fiesta has been classified into seven generations so far. Different ages feature different engines along with various modifications. Depending on the generation of your vehicle, the oil type can differ significantly. The following table shows the recommended oil type and capacity according to the various generations of Ford Fiesta.

Ford Fiesta Oil type

Model YearRecommended Oil Type
Seventh Generation (Mk7)
2022Synthetics 0W-50
2021Synthetic 5W/20
2020SAE 5W-30
20195W-20 (All TEMPS)
2018Synthetic Blend 5W-20
2017Synthetic 5W-20 (Above -29) & 0W-20 (-30 C Or Below)
Sixth Generation (Mk6)
2016SAE 5w-20 Synthetic Blend
2015SAE 5W-20 Fully Synthetic Oil
2014SAE 5w-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil 
2013S5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil (All TEMPS)
20125W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil
2011SAE 5W-20
20105W-20 & 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
2009Fully Synthetic 5W-30 Oil
2008SAE 5W-30
Fifth Generation (Mk5)
2007Synthetic 5W/30
20065W-30 Premium Synthetic Fuel
2005SAE 5W-30
2004Semi synthetics 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40, 15W-30 (All TEMPS)
2003Semi synthetics 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40, 15W-30 (All TEMPS)
2002Semi synthetics 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40, 15W-30 (All TEMPS)
Fourth Generation (Mk4)
2001Semi synthetics, 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-30 (All TEMPS)
2000Semi synthetics, 10W-40, 15W-30, 15W-40 (All TEMPS)
1999Semi synthetics, 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-30 (All TEMPS)
1998Semi synthetics, 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-30 (All TEMPS)
1997Semi synthetics, 10W-30, 15W-30, 15W-40, 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
1996Mineral, Hydrocracking 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-30, 15W-40 (All TEMPS)
1995Mineral, Hydrocracking 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-30, 15W-40 (All TEMPS)
Third Generation (Mk3)
1994Mineral, Hydrocracking 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-30, 15W-40 (All TEMPS)
1993Mineral, Hydrocracking 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-30, 15W-40 (All TEMPS)
1992Mineral, Hydrocracking, 15W-30, 15W-20, (All TEMPS)
1991Mineral, Hydrocracking, 15W-30, 15W-20, 10W-30, 10W-20 (All TEMPS)
1990Mineral, Hydrocracking, 15W-20, 10W-30, 10W-20 (All TEMPS)
1989Mineral, Hydrocracking, 15W-20, 10W-30, 10W-20 (All TEMPS)
Second Generation (Mk2)
1988Mineral, Hydrocracking, 15W-20, 15W-30, 15W-40, 10W-30 (All TEMPS)
1987Mineral 15W-20, 15W-30, 15W-40, 10W-30 (All TEMPS)
1986Mineral, 15W-20, 15W-40 (All TEMPS)
1985Mineral, 15W-30, 15W-20, 15W-40, 10W-40 (All TEMPS)
1984Mineral, 15W-20, 15W-30, 15W-40, 10W-40 (All TEMPS)
1983Mineral, 15W-30, 15W-20, 10W-30 (All TEMPS)
First Generation (Mk1)
1982Mineral, 15W-20, 10W-30 (All TEMPS)
1981Mineral, 15W-20, 10W-30 (All TEMPS)
1980Mineral, 15W-30, 15W-20, 10W-30 (All TEMPS)
1979Mineral, 15W-20, 10W-20, 10W-30 (All TEMPS)
1978Mineral, 15W-20, 10W-20, 10W-30 (All TEMPS)
1977Mineral, 15W-20, 10W-20, 10W-30 (All TEMPS)

Ford Fiesta Oil Capacity

Model YearEngine TypeRecommended Oil Type
Seventh Generation (Mk7)
20221.0 Ecoboost 4.6 L
20211.5L Turbocharged Three-Cylinder4.6 L
20201.5L TURBO 34.6 L
20191.6L L4 DOHC 16-Valve 4.3 Quarts (With Filter)
20181.1L, 3 Cylinder Petrol Engine 1.5L, 4 Cylinder Diesel Engine 1.0L Ecoboost 3 Cylinder Petrol Engine4.1 L 3.85 L   4.6 L
20171.6L L4 DOHC 16-Valve4.3 Quarts (With Filter)
Sixth Generation (Mk6)
20161.6L L4 Ecoboost Turbo DOHC 16-Valve4.5 Quarts (With Filter)
20151.0L L4 Turbo Ecoboost DOHC 16-Valve4.3 Quarts (With Filter)
20141.6L L4 DOHC 16-Valve4.3 Quarts (With Filter)
20131.6-Liter Inline Four-Cylinder 4.2 Quarts (With Filter)
20121.6L L4 DOHC 16-Valve 4.2 Quarts (With Filter)
20111.6-Liter Four-Cylinder4.2 Quarts (With Filter)
20101.4 Liter 4 Cylinder Engine3.85 L
20091.2L  L4 3.9 L (With Filter)  
20081.3 Liter Petrol Engines 1.25 And 1.4 Liter Petrol Engines 1.6 Liter Petrol Engines Diesel Engine4.35 L 3.75 L 4.1 L 3.8 L
Fifth Generation (Mk5)
20071.3L 4 Valve Duratec3.8 L
20061.3L Duratec3.8 L
20051.4 Duratec3.75 L
20041.2-Liter Gasoline Engine3.8 L
20031.3 L 4-Cylinder Petrol Engine3.8 L
20021.3 Liter Petrol Engines 1.25 And 1.4 Liter Petrol Engines 1.6 Liter Petrol Engines Diesel Engine4.35 L 3.75 L 4.1 L 3.8 L
Fourth Generation (Mk4)
20011.3 Liter Petrol Engines 1.25 And 1.4 Liter Petrol Engines 1.6 Liter Petrol Engines Diesel Engine4.35 L 3.75 L 4.1 L 3.8 L
20001.25-Liter Inline ZETEC Engine5.7 L
19991.25-Liter ZETEC Engine3.25 L
1998Inline 4, Petrol Engine 3.25 L
1997Inline 4, Petrol Engine 3.25 L
1996Inline 4, Petrol Engine 3.25 L
19951.25 L  Zetec-SE Engines 1.4 L Zetec-SE Engines3.75 L 4.25 L
Third Generation (Mk3)
1994Inline 4, Petrol Engine3.3 L
1993Inline 4, Petrol Engine3.4 Quarts (With Filter)
1992Inline 4 Gasoline4.25 L
1991Inline 4, Petrol Engine3.3 L
19901.6 I Turbo3.4 Quarts (With Filter)
1989Inline, 4 Petrol Or Diesel Engines3.6 Quarts (With Filter)
Second Generation (Mk2)
1988Inline, 4 Petrol 3.6 Quarts (With Filter)
1987Inline, 4 Cylinder 3.25 L
19861.4–L Lean Burn3.25 L
1985Inline, 4 Cylinder3.25 L
1984 1.6–L CVH Engine3.25 L
1983Inline, 4 Cylinder3.25 L
First Generation (Mk1)
1982Inline, 4 Cylinder3.25 L
1981Inline, 4 Cylinder3.25 L
1980Inline, 4 Cylinder3.25 L
1979Inline, 4 Cylinder3.25 L
1978Inline, 4 Cylinder3.25 L
1977Inline 4 Petrol Engine3.25 L Or 3.43 Quarts (With Filter)

FAQs

How Often Should I Change My Fiesta’s Oil?

Generally, experts recommend changing your Fiesta’s oil every six months or 10,000 miles. However, it may vary according to your driving habits. If you often go on long journeys, you should change the oil sooner than six months.

Wrap up

That’s all about the recommended oil type and capacity of the Ford Fiesta. You can also check your owner’s manual to ensure you use the correct oil. Lastly, check oil levels and change the oil after recommended miles regularly. Timely maintenance will prolong the life of your Fiesta.

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