How much oil does a V6 Toyota Avalon take?
The 3.5-liter V6 Avalon typically requires about 6.4 quarts of engine oil when you include the filter, with roughly 6 quarts needed if you’re omitting the filter from the calculation. This applies to the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 that powers most Avalon generations.
The question centers on the Avalon’s 3.5L V6 engine (the 2GR-FE). Oil capacity is fairly consistent across the generations that used this engine, but exact amounts can vary slightly by model year, filter type, and whether you’re performing a full drain-and-fill or topping up only. Always confirm with your owner’s manual or a Toyota dealer for your specific year and trim.
Oil capacity by generation and variant
These figures reflect the typical capacity for the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 used in most Avalons, assuming a standard oil-change with filter replacement.
- With oil filter: 6.4 quarts (6.1 liters)
- Without oil filter: about 5.7 quarts (5.4 liters)
In practice, many technicians begin with the full 6.4 quarts, then check the dipstick and top up as needed to reach the full level. Exact amounts can vary slightly by year and filter type, so verify with the manual for your specific vehicle.
Choosing the right oil and maintenance tips
Beyond capacity, using the correct oil grade and following maintenance intervals is important for a V6 Avalon. Toyota typically recommends synthetic 0W-20 for newer models, with some older years allowing 5W-20 or 5W-30 depending on climate and manual. Always use the grade specified in your owner’s manual.
- Follow the oil-change interval specified for your vehicle (commonly around every 5,000–7,500 miles with synthetic oil, depending on driving conditions).
- Use a quality oil filter compatible with the 2GR-FE engine and the correct viscosity for your year and climate.
Note that climate and model year can influence the exact grade recommendation, so always confirm the specification in the manual or with a Toyota service representative.
Year-specific notes
2005–2012 models
These Avalons generally align with the 6.4-quart capacity figure with filter; verify the exact filter type if you’re performing a DIY change.
2013–2018 models
Later Avalons with the 2GR-FE 3.5L maintain the around-6.4-quart capacity; the recommended oil grade is typically 0W-20 synthetic, though always check the owner’s manual for your exact year and climate.
Summary
The V6 Toyota Avalon uses roughly 6.4 quarts of engine oil when performing a full change with a filter, about 6 quarts without counting the filter. This applies to the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 used across most Avalon generations. Always consult your owner's manual for the precise capacity and oil grade for your specific year and trim, and verify the filter type during service.
