Quick answer: the 2012–2024 Toyota 4Runner 4.0L V6 takes 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) of oil with a filter change. The 2025 4Runner 2.4L turbo takes 5.9 US qt (5.6 L). Toyota recommends SAE 0W-20.
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Without filter | Oil type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0L V6 (1GR-FE), 2012–2024 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) | 6.0 US qt (5.7 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2.4L turbo 4-cylinder (T24A-FTS), 2025 | 5.9 US qt (5.6 L) | 5.6 US qt (5.3 L) | 0W-20 |
Buy more than 5 quarts. The V6 takes 6.6 quarts with a filter, so you need a 5-quart jug plus 2 extra quarts.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2013 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2014 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2015 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2016 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2017 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2018 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2019 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2020 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2021 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2022 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2023 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2024 | 4.0L V6 | 6.6 US qt (6.2 L) |
| 2025 | 2.4L turbo | 5.9 US qt (5.6 L) |
We read the Specifications pages of all 14 owner’s manuals for 2012–2025. The V6 capacity and oil grade did not change in 13 years; the listed grade moves from ILSAC GF-5 to GF-6A in later manuals.
Recommended oil type
Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil in SAE 0W-20. For the V6, if 0W-20 is not available, 5W-20 may be used, but it must be replaced with 0W-20 at the next oil change.
How to reset the maintenance required light on the 2012–2025 Toyota 4Runner
See also: Toyota maintenance required light reset for all models.
This is the procedure in the 2020 4Runner owner’s manual (V6). The 2025 4Runner uses the settings menu: Vehicle Settings, Scheduled Maintenance, Yes.
- Turn the engine switch off with trip meter A displayed.
- While pressing the display change button, turn the engine switch to ON or IGNITION ON. Do not start the engine, or the reset mode is canceled.
- Keep holding the button until the trip meter shows 000000.
Oil change tips
- V6: have 7 quarts on hand.
- 2.4L turbo: a 5-quart jug plus one extra quart.
- 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.
Sources and how we checked
All capacities and oil grades on this page come from Toyota’s owner’s manuals, published on Toyota’s official manuals site (Specifications → Maintenance data):
- 2012 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2013 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2014 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2015 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2016 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2017 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2018 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2019 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2020 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2021 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2022 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2023 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2024 4Runner owner’s manual
- 2025 4Runner owner’s manual
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 Toyota 4Runner take?
The 4.0L V6 (2012–2024) takes 6.6 US quarts (6.2 L) with a filter change. The 2025 2.4L turbo takes 5.9 US quarts (5.6 L).
What oil does a 4Runner use?
SAE 0W-20 for both engines.
How much oil without changing the filter?
6.0 US quarts (5.7 L) for the V6 and 5.6 US quarts (5.3 L) for the 2.4L turbo.
Did the 4Runner oil capacity change between 2012 and 2024?
No. All 13 owner’s manuals list 6.6 quarts (6.2 L) with filter for the 4.0L V6.
How do I reset the maintenance light on a 4Runner?
On the V6 models, turn the engine off with trip meter A shown, hold the display change button while turning it to ON, and keep holding until 000000 appears.