2020–2025 Toyota Corolla Oil Type and Capacity (1.8L and 2.0L)

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Quick answer: the 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla takes 4.4 US qt (4.2 L) with the 1.8L engine and 4.9 US qt (4.6 L) with the 2.0L engine (2020–2023). The 2024–2025 2.0L takes 4.4 US qt (4.2 L). The newest 2.0L models are specified for 0W-8 oil.

Engine and yearsOil capacity (with filter)Without filterOil type
1.8L (2ZR-FAE), 2020–20224.4 US qt (4.2 L)4.1 US qt (3.9 L)0W-20
2.0L (M20A-FKS), 2020 to 2023 built through Mar. 20234.9 US qt (4.6 L)4.5 US qt (4.3 L)0W-16
2.0L (M20A-FKS), 2023 built from Apr. 20234.9 US qt (4.6 L)4.5 US qt (4.3 L)0W-8
2.0L (M20A-FKS), 2024–20254.4 US qt (4.2 L)4.1 US qt (3.9 L)0W-8
Corolla sedan, gasoline. The Corolla Hybrid and Corolla Hatchback have their own manuals. Source: Toyota owner’s manuals (links below).

The 2023 Corolla changed oil mid-year. Manuals for cars built through March 2023 call for 0W-16; manuals for cars built from April 2023 call for 0W-8. The production month is printed on the certification label on the driver’s door jamb.

Oil capacity by year

Model year1.8L2.0L2.0L oil grade
20204.4 US qt (4.2 L)4.9 US qt (4.6 L)0W-16
20214.4 US qt (4.2 L)4.9 US qt (4.6 L)0W-16
20224.4 US qt (4.2 L)4.9 US qt (4.6 L)0W-16
2023 (through Mar. 2023)—4.9 US qt (4.6 L)0W-16
2023 (from Apr. 2023)—4.9 US qt (4.6 L)0W-8
2024—4.4 US qt (4.2 L)0W-8
2025—4.4 US qt (4.2 L)0W-8
— = engine not listed in that manual.

Recommended oil type

1.8L (2ZR-FAE): SAE 0W-20. If unavailable, 5W-20 may be used, but it must be replaced with 0W-20 at the next oil change.

2.0L through March 2023 production: SAE 0W-16 (ILSAC GF-5 or GF-6B in the manuals). If unavailable, 0W-20 may be used, but it must be replaced with 0W-16 at the next oil change.

2.0L from April 2023 production: SAE 0W-8, grade JASO GLV-1. If unavailable, 0W-16 may be used, but it must be replaced with 0W-8 at the next oil change.

How to reset the maintenance required light on the 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla

See also: Toyota maintenance required light reset for all models.

This is the procedure in the 2021 and 2024 Corolla owner’s manuals.

  1. With the engine running (or the power switch ON), use the meter control switches on the steering wheel to open the settings screen on the multi-information display.
  2. Select Vehicle Settings.
  3. Select Scheduled Maintenance.
  4. Select Yes. A message confirms that the reset is complete.

Oil change tips

  • A 5-quart jug covers one change on any of these engines.
  • 0W-8 is not sold everywhere: buy it before the oil change, or use 0W-16 and switch back to 0W-8 next time, as the manual allows.
  • Do not overfill. Toyota’s manuals tell you to warm up the engine, turn it off, wait about 5 minutes and then check the level on the dipstick.

What battery does the 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla key fob take?

CR2032 for 2020–2022. From 2023 the smart key takes a larger CR2450, while the regular remote key still takes a CR2032. Data from Toyota’s owner’s manuals (Do-it-yourself maintenance: key battery), linked under Sources.

Model yearsKey typeBattery
2020–2022All remote and smart keysCR2032
2023–2025Smart key (keyless entry and push-button start)CR2450
2023–2025Regular remote key (no smart key system)CR2032
  • You need a flathead screwdriver (cover the tip with a rag or tape so you do not scratch the key) and the new lithium coin battery.
  • Insert the new battery with the + terminal facing the way shown in the manual.
  • Toyota notes the batteries are sold at Toyota dealers, electrical appliance shops and camera stores.
  • A weak battery shows up as a shorter range or a key that works only up close.

Sources and how we checked

All capacities, oil grades and key fob battery types on this page come from Toyota’s owner’s manuals, published on Toyota’s official manuals site (Specifications → Maintenance data):

Toyota calls these capacities a reference quantity: always finish by checking the dipstick. If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.

Last checked: October 21, 2026.

FAQ

How much oil does a 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla take?

The 1.8L (2020–2022) takes 4.4 US quarts (4.2 L). The 2.0L takes 4.9 US quarts (4.6 L) in 2020–2023 and 4.4 US quarts (4.2 L) in 2024–2025. All with a filter change.

What oil does a 2020–2025 Corolla use?

The 1.8L uses 0W-20. The 2.0L uses 0W-16 in the manuals through March 2023 production, and 0W-8 from April 2023 production on.

What is 0W-8 oil and can I use 0W-16 instead?

0W-8 is a very low-viscosity oil (JASO GLV-1 grade) that Toyota specifies for the newer 2.0L Corolla. If 0W-8 is not available, the manuals allow 0W-16, but it must be replaced with 0W-8 at the next oil change.

Which engine does my Corolla have?

Check the engine size on your window sticker, registration or engine cover. The 2020–2022 manuals cover both the 1.8L and the 2.0L; the 2023–2025 manuals list only the 2.0L.

How do I reset the maintenance light on a 2020–2025 Corolla?

Use the meter control switches to open the settings screen, then select Vehicle Settings, Scheduled Maintenance and Yes.

Older Corolla? See the 2014–2019 Toyota Corolla oil type and capacity.