Quick answer: the Dodge Durango 3.6L V6 takes 6 qt (5.6 L) of oil with a filter change and the 5.7L Hemi takes 7 qt (6.6 L). Recent manuals list 0W-20 for both (2023+). The SRT 392 (6.4L) takes 7 qt and the SRT Hellcat (6.2L) 8.3 qt of 0W-40.
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Oil type |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L Pentastar V6 | 6 qt (5.6 L) | 5W-30 (2012), 5W-20 (2014), 0W-20 (2017+) |
| 5.7L Hemi V8 | 7 qt (6.6 L) | 5W-20 (to 2020), 0W-20 (2023+) |
| 6.4L Hemi V8 (SRT 392) | 7 qt (6.6 L) | 0W-40 synthetic (MS-12633) |
| 6.2L supercharged (SRT Hellcat) | 8.3 qt (7.8 L) | 0W-40 (MS-12633) |
The grades changed over the years. Check the oil filler cap of your Durango.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | 3.6L | 3.6L oil | 5.7L | 5.7L oil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 6 qt (5.6 L) | 5W-30 | 7 qt (6.6 L) | 5W-20 |
| 2014 | 6 qt (5.6 L) | 5W-20 | 7 qt (6.6 L) | 5W-20 |
| 2017 | 6 qt (5.6 L) | 0W-20 | 7 qt (6.6 L) | 5W-20 |
| 2020 | 6 qt (5.6 L) | 0W-20 | 7 qt (6.6 L) | 5W-20 |
| 2023 | 6 qt (5.6 L) | 0W-20 | 7 qt (6.6 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2025 | 6 qt (5.6 L) | 0W-20 | 7 qt (6.6 L) | 0W-20 |
We read the fluid capacities table and the engine fluids section of every manual listed under Sources.
Recommended oil type
3.6L: API Certified SAE 0W-20 meeting FCA Material Standard MS-6395 (2017+); earlier manuals list 5W-20 or 5W-30.
5.7L Hemi: SAE 5W-20 through 2020, 0W-20 in the 2023 and 2025 manuals.
SRT 6.4L / Hellcat 6.2L: SAE 0W-40 synthetic meeting MS-12633.
How to reset the oil change light on the 2011–2025 Dodge Durango
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: 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 Durango owner’s manual
- 2014 Durango owner’s manual
- 2017 Durango owner’s manual
- 2020 Durango owner’s manual
- 2023 Durango owner’s manual
- 2025 Durango 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 Durango 3.6 take?
6 qt (5.6 L) with a filter change.
How much oil does a Durango 5.7 Hemi take?
7 qt (6.6 L).
What oil does a Durango use?
0W-20 for the 3.6L (2017+) and the 5.7L (2023+); 5W-20 in earlier manuals.
How much oil does the Durango SRT 392 take?
7 qt (6.6 L) of 0W-40 synthetic.
How much oil does the Durango Hellcat take?
8.3 qt (7.8 L) of 0W-40.
See all Dodge oil capacities. Engine page: 5.7 Hemi.