Quick answer: the 2015–2019 Ford Transit 3.7L V6 takes 6.0 qt (5.7 L) of SAE 5W-20 with a filter change. The 3.5L EcoBoost takes 5.9 qt (5.6 L) of SAE 5W-30, and the 3.2L Power Stroke diesel takes 12.0 qt (11.4 L) of SAE 5W-40 diesel oil.
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Oil type | Ford specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L V6 | 6.0 qt (5.7 L) | 5W-20 | WSS-M2C945-A / -B1 |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 5.9 qt (5.6 L) | 5W-30 | WSS-M2C946-A / -B1 |
| 3.2L Power Stroke I5 diesel | 12.0 qt (11.4 L) | 5W-40 diesel | WSS-M2C171-F1 |
The diesel takes twice as much oil. And each gas engine uses a different grade, so check which engine your van has.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | 3.7L V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost | 3.2L diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 6.0 qt | 5.9 qt | 12.0 qt |
| 2016 | 6.0 qt | 5.9 qt | 12.0 qt |
| 2017 | 6.0 qt | 5.9 qt | 12.0 qt |
| 2018 | 6.0 qt | 5.9 qt | 12.0 qt |
| 2019 | 6.0 qt | 5.9 qt | 12.0 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
3.7L V6: SAE 5W-20.
3.5L EcoBoost: SAE 5W-30; from 2018 the manuals list 0W-30 for extremely cold climates.
3.2L Power Stroke: Motorcraft SAE 5W-40 full synthetic diesel oil meeting WSS-M2C171-F1; the 2019 manual also lists 0W-40 for extreme cold.
How to reset the oil life on the 2015–2019 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
- 3.7L / 3.5L EcoBoost: a 5-quart jug plus one quart.
- 3.2L diesel: 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”):
- 2015 Transit owner’s manual
- 2016 Transit owner’s manual
- 2017 Transit owner’s manual
- 2018 Transit owner’s manual
- 2019 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 Ford Transit 3.7 take?
6.0 qt (5.7 L) with a filter change.
How much oil does a Transit 3.5 EcoBoost take?
5.9 qt (5.6 L) of 5W-30.
How much oil does the Transit 3.2 diesel take?
12.0 qt (11.4 L) of 5W-40 diesel oil.
What oil does a 3.7 Transit use?
SAE 5W-20.
How do I reset the oil life on a Transit?
Settings > Vehicle > Oil Life in the information display, then hold OK.
Newer Transit? See the 2020–2024 Ford Transit.