2020 Ford Explorer Oil Capacity
The 2020 Ford Explorer has a verified oil capacity of up to 6 qt; engine and service conditions determine the exact capacity.
Oil Capacity by trim and configuration
| Trim / configuration | Engine | Drivetrain | Capacity | Conditions | Source evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum published configuration | See cited Ford configuration table | See cited Ford configuration table | 5.2 qt | 2.3L EcoBoost engine only; published engine-oil capacity including the oil filter. No trim, engine alias, drivetrain, package, axle-ratio, or model-year alias was created. | 2020 Ford Explorer Owner's Manual, p. 397 · verified 2026-08-23 |
| Maximum published configuration | See cited Ford configuration table | See cited Ford configuration table | 6 qt maximum value | 3.0L engine only; published engine-oil capacity including the oil filter. No trim, engine alias, drivetrain, package, axle-ratio, or model-year alias was created. | 2020 Ford Explorer Owner's Manual, p. 405 · verified 2026-08-23 |
| Maximum published configuration | See cited Ford configuration table | See cited Ford configuration table | 6 qt maximum value | 3.3L engine only; published engine-oil capacity including the oil filter. No trim, engine alias, drivetrain, package, axle-ratio, or model-year alias was created. | 2020 Ford Explorer Owner's Manual, p. 412 · verified 2026-08-23 |
| Maximum published configuration | See cited Ford configuration table | See cited Ford configuration table | 6 qt maximum value | 3.3L Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) engine only; published engine-oil capacity including the oil filter. No trim, engine alias, drivetrain, package, axle-ratio, or model-year alias was created. | 2020 Ford Explorer Owner's Manual, p. 419 · verified 2026-08-23 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2020 Ford Explorer oil capacity?
The 2020 Ford Explorer has a verified oil capacity of up to 6 qt; engine and service conditions determine the exact capacity.
Where does this specification data come from?
The table is tied to 2020 Ford Explorer Owner's Manual, published by Ford Motor Company, and was last verified on 2026-08-23.