2020–2025 E210 (12th generation)
2020–2025 Toyota Corolla Oil Type and Capacity
The 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla takes 0W-20 engine oil, 4.4 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Toyota 90915-YZZF2 (spin-on). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents.
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Quick answer
The 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla (1.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE)) takes 0W-20 full synthetic engine oil, 4.4 quarts with a filter change (OEM filter Toyota 90915-YZZF2 (spin-on)). Other engines differ. See the table below.
2020–2025 Toyota Corolla 1.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE) oil
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil standard | API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-6A |
| Capacity (with filter) | 4.4 qt / 4.2 L |
| Synthetic required | Yes |
| OEM filter | Toyota 90915-YZZF2 (spin-on) |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram PH4967 / XG4967, Wix 51394, Purolator L14476 |
| Change interval | 10,000 mi / 12 months (normal); 5,000 mi / 6 months (severe service) |
Small spin-on filter, easy access from below. Note the 2.0L uses the same filter but a different oil grade (0W-16) and capacity. Don't mix up the two engines.
2020–2025 Toyota Corolla 2.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS Dynamic Force) oil
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 0W-16 |
| Allowed alternates | 0W-20 (May be used if 0W-16 is unavailable; return to 0W-16 at the next change) |
| Oil standard | API SP / ILSAC GF-6B |
| Capacity (with filter) | 4.9 qt / 4.6 L |
| Synthetic required | Yes |
| OEM filter | Toyota 90915-YZZF2 (spin-on) |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram PH4967 / XG4967, Wix 51394 |
| Change interval | 10,000 mi / 12 months (normal); 5,000 mi / 6 months (severe service) |
4.9 qt with filter, half a quart more than the 1.8L, and some quick-reference guides wrongly print 4.4 qt for this engine. Check the dipstick when filling.
2020–2025 Toyota Corolla 1.8L Hybrid (2ZR-FXE + THS II) oil
High confidence| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 0W-16 |
| Allowed alternates | 0W-20 (May be used if 0W-16 is unavailable; return to 0W-16 at the next change) |
| Oil standard | API SP / ILSAC GF-6B |
| Capacity (with filter) | 4.4 qt / 4.2 L |
| Synthetic required | Yes |
| OEM filter | Toyota 90915-YZZF2 (spin-on) |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram PH4967 / XG4967, Wix 51394 |
| Change interval | 10,000 mi / 12 months (normal); 5,000 mi / 6 months (severe service) |
Same 2ZR-FXE engine family as the Prius, on 0W-16. Combined system output is 121 hp (2020–2022); the 2023 update raised it to 134–138 hp.
Which Toyota Corolla model years does this cover?
These oil specifications apply to every Toyota Corolla built from 2020 through 2025 — the E210 (12th generation), compact sedan (tnga-c platform; the corolla hatchback, sold from 2019, shares this platform and most service parts). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla
- 2020Generation launch on TNGA-C: 1.8L (L/LE), 2.0L Dynamic Force (SE/XSE/XLE), and the first US Corolla Hybrid (LE, 121 hp combined). All-LED lighting, four-wheel discs, and LN-format batteries across the board.
- 2021Android Auto joins Apple CarPlay as standard; minor equipment shuffles only
- 2023Mid-cycle update: new fascias, 8-in touchscreen with Toyota's new multimedia system, Toyota Safety Sense 3.0; hybrid gains SE/XLE trims, available electronic on-demand AWD, and combined output rises to 134–138 hp; the 6-speed manual and the 2.0L Apex edition are dropped
- 2024-2025Carryover years; hatchback continues alongside the sedan with the 2.0L only
- 2024US L trim dropped; all remaining trims standard with automatic climate control, an 8-in touchscreen, and keyless entry; new GR Corolla-inspired front-end styling
- 2025FX Special Edition trim debuts; a larger 10.5-in touchscreen becomes available
2020–2025 Toyota Corolla oil: common questions
How many quarts of oil does a 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla take?
- It depends on the engine. The 1.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE) takes 4.4 quarts; The 2.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS Dynamic Force) takes 4.9 quarts; The 1.8L Hybrid (2ZR-FXE + THS II) takes 4.4 quarts, all figures include a new filter.
What kind of oil does a 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla take?
- 0W-20 meeting API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-6A, full synthetic (required, not merely recommended). Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above.
Can you use a different viscosity in a 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla?
- The factory specification is 0W-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 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla need an oil change?
- 10,000 mi / 12 months (normal); 5,000 mi / 6 months (severe service). 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 2020–2025 Toyota Corolla take?
- The OEM filter is Toyota 90915-YZZF2 (spin-on). Common equivalents: Fram PH4967 / XG4967, Wix 51394, Purolator L14476.
Sources
- 2023 Corolla Owner's Manual, maintenance data (Toyota.com)
- Toyota Genuine Battery application chart 2023, ZRE212/ZWE21# = LN1, MZEA12 = LN2 (toyotapartsandservice.com)
- Toyota Genuine Spark Plug application chart 2020, E210 plug part numbers (toyotapartsandservice.com)
- Toyota Genuine Oil Filter application chart 2020, 90915-YZZF2 for all E210 engines (toyotapartsandservice.com)
- AMSOIL vehicle lookup, 2020 Corolla 2.0L M20A-FKS capacities
- Legacy Toyota, Corolla oil type & capacity by year (dealer service guide)
- fueleconomy.gov, 2021 Corolla / Corolla Hybrid EPA ratings
- TirePressure.org, 2021 Toyota Corolla placard pressures
- NHTSA recall 20V-682, Denso fuel pump
- iFixit, 2018–present Corolla 12V battery replacement (engine-bay location)