How much oil does a 4 cylinder Toyota Camry take?
In most cases, a Camry’s four-cylinder engine holds about 4.5 to 4.8 quarts (roughly 4.3 to 4.6 liters) of engine oil when performing an oil change with a new filter. The exact amount depends on the specific engine code and model year, so you should verify the figure in the owner's manual or on the under-hood label for your car.
Understanding the range
Oil capacity isn’t constant across every Camry 4-cylinder model because Toyota has used several inline-four engines over the years. Newer 2.5L engines typically fall toward the upper end of the range, while older 2.4L units sit near the middle. The capacity figure published by Toyota includes the replacement filter; if you don’t replace the filter, you may use slightly less oil.
Typical figures by era
Below is a general guide to the expected capacity range when changing the oil with a filter. These figures are for reference and may vary by market and model year.
- Early 4-cylinder Camrys (various 2.4L engines): about 4.5 quarts (4.3 L) with filter.
- Recent 4-cylinder Camrys (2.5L family): about 4.6–4.8 quarts (4.4–4.6 L) with filter.
The exact capacity for your car should be in the owner's manual or on the engine information sticker in the engine bay. If you’re unsure, err on the side of a little extra oil and check with a dipstick.
Oil type and fill procedure
Most modern Camrys with a 4-cylinder engine require 0W-20 synthetic oil (though some older or regional models may specify 5W-30). Always use the grade recommended for your vehicle. When performing an oil change, replace the filter, measure the oil as you add it, run the engine for a minute to circulate, then re-check the level and top off to the correct mark.
Steps to verify the correct fill
To ensure you’ve added the right amount, follow these steps after an oil change: drain, remove filter, install a new filter, add oil gradually in fixed increments, run the engine, shut off, wait a few minutes, re-check with dipstick, top off to the correct level.
Note: The above steps are guidelines; always refer to the owner's manual for specific instructions and oil capacities for your exact model year and engine code.
Summary
In summary, a four-cylinder Toyota Camry typically takes about 4.5 to 4.8 quarts (around 4.3 to 4.6 liters) of oil for an oil change with a new filter. Use the exact specification listed for your vehicle’s year and engine, and verify with the dipstick after filling. If in doubt, have an extra quart on hand when you perform the change.
