--- title: "2012 Ford Fusion Oil Type: 5W-20, 5.3 qt" description: "The 2012 Ford Fusion takes 5W-20 engine oil, 5.3 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Motorcraft FL-400-S (cross-referenced; verify against your build sheet). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/oil" updated: "2026-08-21" --- # 2012 Ford Fusion Oil Type and Capacity The 2012 Ford Fusion takes 5W-20 engine oil, 5.3 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Motorcraft FL-400-S (cross-referenced; verify against your build sheet). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents. **Quick answer**: The 2012 Ford Fusion (2.5L 4-cylinder (Duratec 25)) takes 5W-20 engine oil, 5.3 quarts with a filter change (OEM filter Motorcraft FL-400-S (cross-referenced; verify against your build sheet)). Other engines differ; see the tables below. ## 2012 Ford Fusion 2.5L 4-cylinder (Duratec 25) oil (High confidence) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Viscosity | 5W-20 | | Oil standard | Ford WSS-M2C930-A | | Capacity (with filter) | 5.3 qt | | Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) | | OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-400-S (cross-referenced; verify against your build sheet) | | Aftermarket filters | Amsoil EA15K51 | | Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, typically 7,500-10,000 mi (normal); more frequent under severe use | Note: Capacity and viscosity confirmed across multiple aftermarket fitment tools; exact OEM filter part number not independently confirmed against a Ford parts catalog. ## 2012 Ford Fusion 3.0L V6 (Duratec 30) oil (High confidence) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Viscosity | 5W-20 | | Capacity (with filter) | 6 qt / 5.7 L | | Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) | | Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, typically 7,500-10,000 mi (normal) | Note: Capacity corroborated by two independent aftermarket fitment tools (5.7 L / ~6.0 qt with filter). ## 2012 Ford Fusion 3.5L V6 (Duratec 35, Sport) oil (High confidence) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Viscosity | 5W-20 | | Capacity (with filter) | 5.5 qt | | Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) | | Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, typically 7,500-10,000 mi (normal) | Note: This 3.5L is the naturally aspirated Duratec 35, not a turbo EcoBoost, confirmed via Wikipedia and period reviews (Motor Trend, KBB) for MY2012. ## 2012 Ford Fusion 2.5L Hybrid (Atkinson-cycle I4 + eCVT) oil (Check your manual) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Viscosity | 5W-20 | | Capacity (with filter) | 5 qt | | Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) | | Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, typically 7,500-10,000 mi (normal) | Note: Hybrid-specific Atkinson-cycle variant of the 2.5L has a slightly smaller fill than the gas 2.5L per aftermarket fitment data (5.0 qt vs 5.3 qt). ## Which Ford Fusion model years does this cover? These oil specifications apply to every Ford Fusion built from 2012 through 2012, the First generation (final model year), mid-size sedan. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2012 Fusion](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012) ## What changed during the 2012 Ford Fusion | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2012 | Final model year of the original 2006-body Fusion before the all-new CD4 redesign for 2013. | ## 2012 Ford Fusion oil: common questions ### How many quarts of oil does a 2012 Ford Fusion take? It depends on the engine. The 2.5L 4-cylinder (Duratec 25) takes 5.3 quarts; The 3.0L V6 (Duratec 30) takes 6 quarts; The 3.5L V6 (Duratec 35, Sport) takes 5.5 quarts; The 2.5L Hybrid (Atkinson-cycle I4 + eCVT) takes 5 quarts, all figures include a new filter. ### What kind of oil does a 2012 Ford Fusion take? 5W-20 meeting Ford WSS-M2C930-A. Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above. ### Can you use a different viscosity in a 2012 Ford Fusion? 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 2012 Ford Fusion need an oil change? Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, typically 7,500-10,000 mi (normal); more frequent under severe use. 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 2012 Ford Fusion take? The OEM filter is Motorcraft FL-400-S (cross-referenced; verify against your build sheet). Common equivalents: Amsoil EA15K51. ## Sources - [Wikipedia, Ford Fusion (Americas), first-generation 2010 refresh engine table](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Fusion_(Americas)) - [Motor Trend, 2012 Ford Fusion Expert Review (engine lineup, MPG)](https://www.motortrend.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012) - [Edmunds, Used 2012 Ford Fusion Specs & Features](https://www.edmunds.com/ford/fusion/2012/features-specs/) - [AMSOIL lookup, 2012 Ford Fusion 2.5L/3.0L/3.5L oil capacity & viscosity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2012/ford/fusion/) - [NHTSA recall 15V-340, power steering control module](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2015/RCLRPT-15V340-7526.PDF) - [AutoZone / WiperBladesUSA, 2012 Ford Fusion wiper blade sizes](https://www.autozone.com/ignition-tune-up-and-routine-maintenance/wiper-blade-windshield/ford/fusion/2012) - [OEM Parts Online, Motorcraft FP-67 cabin air filter (2010-2012 Fusion/Milan/MKZ)](https://ford.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/ford-motorcraft-cabin-air-filter-fp67) - [AutoZone, 2012 Ford Fusion battery (Group 96R)](https://www.autozone.com/batteries-starting-and-charging/battery/ford/fusion/2012) ## Other Ford Fusion generations - [2013-2020 Ford Fusion oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2013-2020/oil) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/oil). ## More for the 2012 Ford Fusion - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.