2020 Toyota Camry Oil Capacity, Filter & Specs

The 2020 Toyota Camry takes 4.8 quarts (4.5 liters) of oil for the 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, 5.7 quarts (5.4 liters) for the 3.5L V6 engine, and 4.5 quarts (4.3 liters) for the 2.5L Hybrid, assuming you are changing the filter. As an ASE-certified master technician, I always emphasize that using the correct oil weight and specification is vital for modern high-efficiency engines like the ones found in the 8th generation Camry.

Below is your complete guide to changing the oil in your 2020 Toyota Camry, including capacities, filter cross-references, and torque specs.

Quick answer

• Oil Capacity: 4.8 quarts (2.5L), 5.7 quarts (3.5L V6), 4.5 quarts (Hybrid)
• Recommended Weight: 0W-16 (for 2.5L & Hybrid), 0W-20 (for 3.5L V6)
• Oil Spec: API SN PLUS, API SP, or ILSAC GF-6B (0W-16) / GF-6A (0W-20)
• OEM Oil Filter: Toyota 90915-YZZN1 (spin-on style)
• Aftermarket Filter Cross-Reference: Fram XG4967, WIX 51394, Mobil 1 M1-103A

Capacity by engine option

The 2020 Toyota Camry is available with three distinct powertrains. Be sure to check under your hood or consult your owner's manual to confirm which engine you have before purchasing oil.

Note: If 0W-16 is unavailable for the 2.5L engines, 0W-20 may be used for one oil change interval, but it must be replaced with 0W-16 at the next change to ensure optimal fuel economy and engine performance.

Oil change interval

Toyota recommends synthetic oil for all 2020 Camry models, which allows for longer intervals under normal conditions.

• Normal Duty: Every 10,000 miles or 12 months (whichever comes first). This applies to mostly highway driving in moderate climates without heavy loads.
• Severe Duty: Every 5,000 miles or 6 months. This is recommended if you frequently drive on dirt/dusty roads, make repeated short trips under 5 miles in freezing temperatures, idle excessively, or drive as a taxi/rideshare vehicle.

Drain plug torque

• Torque Spec: 30 ft-lbs (40 Nm)
• Crush Washer: Always replace the 12mm aluminum drain plug gasket (Toyota OEM part #90430-12031) during every oil change. Reusing the old crush washer is the number one cause of slow oil leaks.

How to change the oil

1. Warm up the engine: Run the engine for a few minutes to warm the oil, which allows it to flow faster and carry away more suspended contaminants.
2. Safely lift the vehicle: Secure the car on ramps or jack stands and engage the parking brake.
3. Remove the splash shield: You may need to remove or fold back the access door on the lower engine cover to access the drain plug and oil filter.
4. Drain the oil: Remove the 14mm drain plug and let the oil completely drain into an approved catch pan.
5. Replace the drain plug: Install a new crush washer and torque the drain plug to 30 ft-lbs.
6. Replace the oil filter: Remove the old spin-on filter. Lubricate the rubber gasket of the new filter with a dab of fresh oil. Spin it on until the gasket makes contact, then hand-tighten an additional 3/4 turn.
7. Fill and verify: Fill the engine with the correct amount of oil. Start the engine, let it idle for 30 seconds to fill the new filter, and check for leaks. Turn off the engine, wait a few minutes, and check the dipstick to ensure the level is at the upper mark.

Common issues / tips

• Spin-on vs. Cartridge: While older generations of the Camry V6 utilized a messy cartridge-style oil filter, the 2020 models (both the A25A 4-cylinder and 2GR-FKS V6) have returned to a traditional, easy-to-replace spin-on metal filter.
• Ultra-thin 0W-16 Oil: Many DIYers are surprised by the watery consistency of 0W-16 oil. Do not be alarmed; this ultra-low viscosity is required to meet modern emissions and fuel economy standards while perfectly protecting the tight clearances in the A25A engine block.
• Oil Level Warning: If you overfill the 2.5L engine, you may trigger an engine code or experience poor running conditions due to oil frothing. Always under-fill by about half a quart initially, then top off according to the dipstick.

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