Quick answer: the 2020–2022 Ford Transit 3.5L V6 (PFDi) takes 6.0 qt (5.7 L) of SAE 5W-20 with a filter change, and the 3.5L EcoBoost takes 6.0 qt (5.7 L) of SAE 5W-30. The 2024 manual lists 12.0 qt (11.4 L) of 5W-30 for the 3.5L PFDi. The 2020 2.0L EcoBlue diesel takes 3.0 gal (11.5 L) of 5W-30 diesel oil.
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Oil type | Ford specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L PFDi V6 (2020–2022) | 6.0 qt (5.7 L) | 5W-20 | WSS-M2C960-A1 |
| 3.5L PFDi V6 (2024 manual) | 12.0 qt (11.4 L) | 5W-30 | WSS-M2C961-A1 |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 6.0 qt (5.7 L) | 5W-30 | WSS-M2C961-A1 |
| 2.0L EcoBlue diesel (2020) | 3.0 gal (11.5 L) | 5W-30 diesel | WSS-M2C214-B1 |
The 2024 manual doubles the PFDi figure. It lists 12.0 qt of 5W-30 and a 2.0 qt range on the dipstick. Check your own manual before buying oil.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | 3.5L PFDi | 3.5L EcoBoost |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 6.0 qt (5W-20) | 6.0 qt |
| 2021 | 6.0 qt (5W-20) | 6.0 qt |
| 2022 | 6.0 qt (5W-20) | 6.0 qt |
| 2024 | 12.0 qt (5W-30) | 6.0 qt |
Ford lists one capacity per engine, always including the oil filter. We checked the capacity tables in every model-year manual on this page.
Recommended oil type
3.5L PFDi: SAE 5W-20 in the 2020–2022 manuals; SAE 5W-30 in the 2024 manual.
3.5L EcoBoost: SAE 5W-30 (WSS-M2C961-A1); 0W-30 for extremely cold climates.
2.0L EcoBlue diesel (2020): Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 diesel oil meeting WSS-M2C214-B1.
How to reset the oil life on the 2020–2024 Ford Transit
See also: Oil life reset by brand.
Ford’s manuals reset the oil life monitor from the information display: use the steering-wheel controls to go to Settings > Vehicle > Oil Life (newer models: Vehicle Maintenance > Oil Life), then press and hold OK until the display confirms the reset. Reset only after an oil change.
Oil change tips
- 3.5L (2020–2022) and EcoBoost: a 5-quart jug plus one quart.
- 3.5L PFDi per the 2024 manual: three gallons.
- Add a little less than the full capacity, run the engine, wait a few minutes and check the dipstick before topping up.
Sources and how we checked
All capacities and oil grades on this page come from Ford’s owner’s manuals, published on Ford’s official owner manuals site (chapter “Capacities and Specifications”):
- 2020 Transit owner’s manual
- 2021 Transit owner’s manual
- 2022 Transit owner’s manual
- 2024 Transit owner’s manual
If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.
Last checked: October 26, 2026.
FAQ
How much oil does a 2020–2022 Ford Transit 3.5 take?
6.0 qt (5.7 L) of 5W-20 for the 3.5L PFDi.
How much oil does a Transit 3.5 EcoBoost take?
6.0 qt (5.7 L) of 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2024 Transit take?
The 2024 manual lists 12.0 qt (11.4 L) of 5W-30 for the 3.5L PFDi and 6.0 qt for the EcoBoost.
What oil does a 2020 Transit diesel use?
SAE 5W-30 diesel oil meeting WSS-M2C214-B1, 3.0 gal (11.5 L).
Are the 2023 and 2025 manuals available?
Ford’s site does not list them.
Older Transit? See the 2015–2019 Ford Transit.