Quick answer: the Dodge Charger 3.6L V6 takes 6 qt (5.6 L) of SAE 5W-20 with a filter change (5W-30 in 2012). The 5.7L Hemi takes 7 qt (6.6 L) of 5W-20 (0W-20 in the 2023 manual). The 6.4L 392 takes 7 qt of 0W-40 synthetic; the 6.2L Hellcat takes 6 qt in the 2015 manual and 7 qt in the 2018–2020 manuals.
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Oil type |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L Pentastar V6 | 6 qt (5.6 L) | 5W-20 (5W-30 in 2012) |
| 5.7L Hemi V8 | 7 qt (6.6 L) | 5W-20 (0W-20 in 2023) |
| 6.4L Hemi V8 (392) | 7 qt (6.6 L) | 0W-40 synthetic |
| 6.2L supercharged (Hellcat) | 6 qt (5.68 L) in 2015; 7 qt (6.6 L) from 2018 | 0W-40 synthetic |
The Hellcat figure changed. The 2015 manual lists 6 qt; the 2018 and 2020 manuals list 7 qt.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | 3.6L | 5.7L | 6.4L | 6.2L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 6 qt (5W-30) | 7 qt | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | 7 qt | 6 qt |
| 2018 | 6 qt | 7 qt | 7 qt | — |
| 2020 | 6 qt | 7 qt | 7 qt | 7 qt |
| 2023 | 6 qt | 7 qt (0W-20) | — | — |
We read the fluid capacities table and the engine fluids section of every manual listed under Sources.
Recommended oil type
3.6L and 5.7L: API Certified SAE 5W-20 meeting FCA Material Standard MS-6395; the 2012 manual lists 5W-30 for the 3.6L and the 2023 manual lists 0W-20 for the 5.7L.
6.4L and 6.2L SRT: SAE 0W-40 synthetic (API Certified).
How to reset the oil change light on the 2011–2023 Dodge Charger
See also: Oil life reset by brand.
Most of these owner’s manuals describe two ways to reset the oil change indicator after an oil change: in the instrument cluster display, go to the Oil Life item and confirm Reset; or, with the ignition in ON/RUN and the engine off, fully press the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds, then turn the ignition off. Check your manual for the exact menu on your model.
Oil change tips
- 3.6L: a 5-quart jug plus one quart.
- 5.7L / 392: a 5-quart jug plus two quarts.
- The capacity is approximate. After refilling, run the engine briefly, turn it off, wait a few minutes and check that the level is in the safe range on the dipstick before adding more.
Sources and how we checked
All capacities and oil grades on this page come from the owner’s manuals published by FCA US (Stellantis) on Mopar’s official owner site (“Technical Specifications”: fluid capacities and engine fluids and lubricants):
- 2012 Charger owner’s manual
- 2015 Charger owner’s manual
- 2018 Charger owner’s manual
- 2020 Charger owner’s manual
- 2023 Charger 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 Dodge Charger 3.6 take?
6 qt (5.6 L) with a filter change.
How much oil does a Charger R/T 5.7 take?
7 qt (6.6 L).
How much oil does a Charger Scat Pack 392 take?
7 qt (6.6 L) of 0W-40 synthetic.
How much oil does a Charger Hellcat take?
6 qt in the 2015 manual and 7 qt in the 2018–2020 manuals, of 0W-40 synthetic.
What oil does a Charger V6 use?
SAE 5W-20 (5W-30 in 2012).
See all Dodge oil capacities. Engine page: 5.7 Hemi.