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title: "2021-2025 Ford F-150 Oil Type: 5W-20, 6 qt"
description: "The 2021-2025 Ford F-150 takes 5W-20 engine oil, 6 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Motorcraft FL-500S. Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/oil"
updated: "2026-08-20"
---

# 2021-2025 Ford F-150 Oil Type and Capacity

The 2021-2025 Ford F-150 takes 5W-20 engine oil, 6 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Motorcraft FL-500S. Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents.

**Quick answer**: The 2021-2025 Ford F-150 (3.3L Ti-VCT V6 (2021-2023)) takes 5W-20 engine oil, 6 quarts with a filter change (OEM filter Motorcraft FL-500S). Other engines differ; see the tables below.

## 2021-2025 Ford F-150 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 (2021-2023) oil (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil standard | Ford WSS-M2C960-A1 / API SN/SP |
| Capacity (with filter) | 6 qt / 5.7 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-500S |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG10575, Wix 57502 |
| Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi (severe) |

Note: Now paired with the 10R80 10-speed (unlike the 6-speed 2018-2020 version). Dropped after 2023, the 2.7L became the base engine with the 2024 facelift.

## 2021-2025 Ford F-150 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (base engine from 2024) oil (Verified)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 5W-30 |
| Oil standard | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 / API SP |
| Capacity (with filter) | 6 qt / 5.7 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-2062-A |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG11665, Wix 57342XP |
| Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi (severe/towing) |

Note: Still uses the smaller FL-2062-A filter. Don't grab the FL-500S. 2021-2022 builds are subject to the intake-valve recall (see common problems).

## 2021-2025 Ford F-150 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (Coyote, 400 hp) oil (Verified)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 5W-30 |
| Oil standard | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 / API SP |
| Capacity (with filter) | 7.7 qt / 7.3 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-500S |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG10575, Wix 57502 |
| Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi (severe) |

Note: Two changes vs. 2018-2020: viscosity moved from 5W-20 to 5W-30 AND capacity dropped from 8.8 back to 7.7 qt with a revised sump. Use the 2021+ spec, not the old one.

## 2021-2025 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (400 hp; Raptor HO 450 hp) oil (Verified)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 5W-30 |
| Oil standard | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 / API SP |
| Capacity (with filter) | 6 qt / 5.7 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-500S |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG10575, Wix 57502 |
| Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi (severe/towing) |

Note: Max-tow champion of the lineup (14,000 lbs properly equipped). Cam-phaser design was revised for this generation; complaints are far fewer than 2017-2020.

## 2021-2025 Ford F-150 3.5L PowerBoost full hybrid (430 hp combined) oil (Verified)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 5W-30 |
| Oil standard | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 / API SP |
| Capacity (with filter) | 6 qt / 5.7 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-500S |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG10575 |
| Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi (severe) |

Note: Same 6.0-qt 5W-30 service as the gas 3.5L EcoBoost. The hybrid system (35-hp e-motor in the 10-speed, 1.5-kWh battery under the bed) needs no owner service; Pro Power Onboard 7.2 kW is the headline feature.

## 2021-2025 Ford F-150 3.0L Power Stroke turbodiesel V6 (2021 only) oil (Verified)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 5W-30 (diesel-rated) |
| Oil standard | Ford WSS-M2C214-B1 |
| Capacity (with filter) | 6.5 qt / 6.2 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-2081 (Ford JL3Z-6731-A) |
| Change interval | Per oil-life monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months |

Note: Discontinued mid-2021, the PowerBoost hybrid effectively replaced it. Service specs carry over from 2018-2020.

## Which Ford F-150 model years does this cover?

These oil specifications apply to every Ford F-150 built from 2021 through 2025, the 14th generation (2021-2025; 2024 facelift), full-size pickup (aluminum body; hybrid available; lightning ev is a separate model). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years.

- [2021 F-150](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021)
- [2022 F-150](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2022)
- [2023 F-150](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2023)
- [2024 F-150](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2024)
- [2025 F-150](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2025)

## What changed during the 2021-2025 Ford F-150

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2021 | Generation launch: PowerBoost hybrid + Pro Power Onboard debut, 10R80 across the lineup, final Power Stroke diesel year; busy first-year recall list (steering gear 21V-407, EBB 21V-533, driveshaft 21V-381/21V-986) |
| 2022 | Raptor returns on 37s (optional); Lightning EV launches as a separate model; LED headlamp module recalls begin (22V-686) |
| 2023 | Raptor R (5.2L supercharged V8) added; final year of the 3.3L V6 and rear Max-Tow axle recall window (23V-896) |
| 2024 | Facelift: new fascias, standard 12-in screens, Pro Access tailgate; 2.7L EcoBoost becomes the base engine; hybrid renamed simply 'hybrid' and price gap narrowed |
| 2025 | Carryover; 2024-built trucks fall under the 25V-488 electronic brake booster software recall. Check VIN |

## 2021-2025 Ford F-150 oil: common questions

### How many quarts of oil does a 2021-2025 Ford F-150 take?

It depends on the engine. The 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 (2021-2023) takes 6 quarts; The 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (base engine from 2024) takes 6 quarts; The 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (Coyote, 400 hp) takes 7.7 quarts; The 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (400 hp; Raptor HO 450 hp) takes 6 quarts; The 3.5L PowerBoost full hybrid (430 hp combined) takes 6 quarts; The 3.0L Power Stroke turbodiesel V6 (2021 only) takes 6.5 quarts, all figures include a new filter.

### What kind of oil does a 2021-2025 Ford F-150 take?

5W-20 meeting Ford WSS-M2C960-A1 / API SN/SP. Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above.

### Can you use a different viscosity in a 2021-2025 Ford F-150?

The factory specification is 5W-20 and no alternate grade is listed for this engine. Modern variable-valve-timing hardware is sized around the specified viscosity, so substituting a thicker oil is not a free choice.

### How often does a 2021-2025 Ford F-150 need an oil change?

Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi (severe). Short trips, towing, extended idling, and dusty or very cold conditions all put the vehicle on the severe-service side of that interval.

### What oil filter does a 2021-2025 Ford F-150 take?

The OEM filter is Motorcraft FL-500S. Common equivalents: Fram XG10575, Wix 57502.

## Sources

- [2022 Ford F-150 Owner's Manual (Ford service content), capacities and specifications](https://www.fordservicecontent.com/Ford_Content/Catalog/owner_information/2022-Ford-F-150-Owners-Manual-version-1_om_EN-US_10_2021.pdf)
- [F150gen14 forum, 2021 5.0L 5W-30 / 7.7-qt sump change discussion (owner's manual excerpts)](https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/threads/2021-v8-oil-capacity.4358/)
- [NHTSA recall 24V-635 chronology, 2.7L/3.0L EcoBoost intake valves](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2024/RMISC-24V635-2546.pdf)
- [Astro Ford / NHTSA, F-150 recall hub (driveshaft, trailer brake, axle, EBB campaigns)](https://www.astroford.com/recalls/ford-f-150-recalls.htm)
- [Car and Driver, Ford EcoBoost intake-valve engine failure recall](https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a62044486/ford-f150-bronco-explorer-edge-lincoln-nautilus-aviator-engine-failure-recall/)
- [fueleconomy.gov, 2023 Ford F-150 EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2023_Ford_F150.shtml)
- [Wheel-Size.com, 2022 Ford F-150 OE fitments](https://www.wheel-size.com/size/ford/f-150/2022/)
- [Cars.com, 2021 F-150 towing capacities breakdown (14,000-lb max)](https://www.cars.com/articles/breaking-down-the-2021-ford-f-150s-towing-capacities-433112/)
- [Motorcraft, MERCON ULV automatic transmission fluid (10R80)](https://www.motorcraft.com/us/en_us/home/our-products/chemicals-and-lubricants/transmission-fluid/mercon-ulv-automatic-transmission-fluids.html/100)

## Other Ford F-150 generations

- [2015-2020 Ford F-150 oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2015-2020/oil)
- [2012-2014 Ford F-150 oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2012-2014/oil)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/oil).

## More for the 2021-2025 Ford F-150

- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/battery)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/wipers)
- [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/filters)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/f-150/2021-2025/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.