How much oil does a Toyota Land Cruiser V8 take?
Gasoline Land Cruiser V8 engines typically require about 7 quarts (6.6 L) of engine oil with the filter; diesel V8 engines around 9 quarts (8.5 L). The exact figure varies by engine code and year. Note that newer Land Cruiser generations (LC300) do not offer a V8; current models use a V6 twin-turbo.
Engine variants and oil capacity
Gasoline V8 engines in the Land Cruiser
In generations that offered a V8, the gasoline option typically used a large-displacement V8 around 5.0–5.7 liters. Oil capacity for these engines is generally around 7 quarts, with the filter included in the capacity specification. Always verify for your exact engine code and year, as capacities can vary by market and emission equipment.
- Typical gasoline V8 capacity: about 7 quarts (6.6 L) of engine oil with the filter.
Used for reference in maintenance planning, the gasoline V8 figures cover most LC200-era models in North America and similar markets.
Diesel V8 engines in the Land Cruiser
The diesel option, used in some markets, is a 4.5-liter V8 twin-turbo engine. Its oil capacity is typically around 9 quarts (8.5 L) with filter; again, check the specific engine code and year because capacities can vary with design updates and filtration changes.
- Typical diesel V8 capacity: about 9 quarts (8.5 L) of engine oil with the filter.
When performing oil service on a diesel V8, consider allowing extra time for draining and ensuring the correct torque on the drain plug and filter. This is common across heavy-duty V8s.
Current lineup and V8 availability
As of the current generation, the Land Cruiser lineup in many markets no longer offers a V8. The LC300, introduced around 2021–2024, uses a V6 twin-turbo or turbo-diesel rather than a V8. For those restoring or maintaining older LC models (LC200/100 series), the figures above provide a practical guideline for oil capacity.
Why the numbers vary and how to confirm
Engine oil capacity can vary due to engine code, year, emissions equipment, and whether a new oil filter is counted in the capacity. Always consult the official owner's manual or an authorized Toyota service bulletin for the exact specification for your VIN, and consider using the manufacturer-recommended oil viscosity and grade.
Summary
In short, a gasoline Land Cruiser V8 typically takes about 7 quarts (6.6 liters) of engine oil with the filter; a diesel V8 uses around 9 quarts (8.5 liters). The availability of V8 engines varies by generation, with the newest LC models not offering a V8. For the precise figure, check your owner's manual or consult Toyota's service data for your exact model and year.
