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title: "2012-2013 Toyota Corolla Oil Type: 0W-20, 4.4 qt"
description: "The 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla takes 0W-20 engine oil, 4.4 quarts with a filter change. OEM filter Toyota 04152-YZZA6 (cartridge). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012-2013/oil"
updated: "2026-08-20"
---

# 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla Oil Type and Capacity

The 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla takes 0W-20 engine oil, 4.4 quarts with a filter change. OEM filter Toyota 04152-YZZA6 (cartridge). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents.

**Quick answer**: The 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla takes 0W-20 full synthetic engine oil, 4.4 quarts with a filter change (OEM filter Toyota 04152-YZZA6 (cartridge)).

## 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla oil specifications (Verified)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Allowed alternates | 5W-20 (May be used if 0W-20 is unavailable; return to 0W-20 at the next change. Only 0W-20 supports the 10,000-mile interval.) |
| Oil standard | API SN / ILSAC GF-5 (GF-6A acceptable today) |
| Capacity (with filter) | 4.4 qt / 4.2 L |
| Synthetic required | Yes |
| OEM filter | Toyota 04152-YZZA6 (cartridge) |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram CH10158 (cartridge), Wix 57064, Purolator L15436 |
| Change interval | 10,000 mi / 12 months with 0W-20 synthetic (normal); 5,000 mi / 6 months (severe service or if 5W-20 used) |

Note: Cartridge-style filter element in a plastic housing under the engine, needs a 64mm cap wrench. Same 2ZR-FE element as the 2010-2015 Prius.

## Which Toyota Corolla model years does this cover?

These oil specifications apply to every Toyota Corolla built from 2012 through 2013, the E140 (10th generation), compact sedan. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years.

- [2012 Corolla](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012)
- [2013 Corolla](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2013)

## What changed during the 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2012 | Carryover year for the 2011-facelifted E140; the 2.4L XRS was already discontinued (2010), so all cars are 1.8L 2ZR-FE |
| 2013 | Final E140 year; Special Edition package added. All specs carry over. |

## 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla oil: common questions

### How many quarts of oil does a 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla take?

4.4 quarts with a filter change. Fill to about 3.9 quarts, run the engine, then top up to the mark on the dipstick rather than pouring the full amount in at once.

### What kind of oil does a 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla take?

0W-20 meeting API SN / ILSAC GF-5 (GF-6A acceptable today), full synthetic (required, not merely recommended).

### Can you use a different viscosity in a 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla?

The manufacturer also permits 5W-20 (May be used if 0W-20 is unavailable; return to 0W-20 at the next change. Only 0W-20 supports the 10,000-mile interval.). Anything outside that list is a decision you are making against the factory specification.

### How often does a 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla need an oil change?

10,000 mi / 12 months with 0W-20 synthetic (normal); 5,000 mi / 6 months (severe service or if 5W-20 used). 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 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla take?

The OEM filter is Toyota 04152-YZZA6 (cartridge). Common equivalents: Fram CH10158 (cartridge), Wix 57064, Purolator L15436.

## Sources

- [Toyota technical data, Corolla E140 US fluids & capacities (toyota-club.net)](https://toyota-club.net/files/techdata/ttx/corolla_140u.htm)
- [Toyota Genuine Battery application chart 2023 (toyotapartsandservice.com)](https://www.toyotapartsandservice.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/03_Batteries2023_hi.pdf)
- [Toyota Genuine Spark Plug application chart 2020 (toyotapartsandservice.com)](https://www.toyotapartsandservice.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/09_SparkPlugs2020_hi.pdf)
- [Toyota Genuine Oil Filter application chart 2020 (toyotapartsandservice.com)](https://www.toyotapartsandservice.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/06_OilFilters2020_hi.pdf)
- [TirePressure.org, 2012 Toyota Corolla placard pressures](https://tirepressure.org/toyota/corolla/2012)
- [fueleconomy.gov, 2012 Corolla EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2012_Toyota_Corolla.shtml)
- [NHTSA recalls by vehicle, 2012/2013 Toyota Corolla](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls)

## Other Toyota Corolla generations

- [2020-2025 Toyota Corolla oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2020-2025/oil)
- [2014-2019 Toyota Corolla oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2014-2019/oil)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/oil).

## More for the 2012-2013 Toyota Corolla

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- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012-2013/wipers)
- [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012-2013/filters)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012-2013/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012-2013/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012-2013/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012-2013/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012-2013/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012-2013/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012-2013/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/toyota/corolla/2012-2013/specs)

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