Checked oil specs by engine
2005 Ford Taurus oil capacity, type & filter
The 2005 Ford Taurus takes 4.5 qt of 5W-20 (3.0L V6) and 4.5 qt of 5W-30 (2.5L) and 6.5 qt of 5W-30 (3.4L) and 4.5 qt of 5W-30 (3.8L). Select your engine below before buying.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L V6 | 4.5 qt | 5W-20 | WIX 51516 |
| 2.5L | 4.5 qt | 5W-30 | — |
| 3.4L | 6.5 qt | 5W-30 | — |
| 3.8L | 4.5 qt | 5W-30 | — |
Match one of 4 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.
WIX 51516 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.
Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.
2005 Ford Taurus oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
Check the door jamb sticker, owner's manual, or displacement badge on the engine cover. Match it to the engine options listed above before buying oil or a filter.
All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.
Filter fitment has not been fully verified for every engine listed. Confirm the part number with the retailer before ordering.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2005 Ford Taurus
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil.
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil.
Supported by RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.
7 checked source rows for the 2005 Ford Taurus.
Before ordering for this 2005 Ford Taurus
- Capacity
- 4.5 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-20
- Interval
- 5,000 mi
- Filter
- WIX 51516
- Capacity
- 4.5 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Filter
- Unverified
- Capacity
- 6.5 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Filter
- Unverified
- Capacity
- 4.5 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Filter
- Unverified
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-26 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, Valvoline Product Finder, CarAraC Engine Oil, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Ford Taurus oil specs by year
This table includes checked Ford Taurus model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 6 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2018 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2017 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2016 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2015 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2014 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2013 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2012 | 5.5 qt | 5W-20 | PRO-TEC PXL57502 |
| 2011 | 5.5 qt | 5W-20 | PRO-TEC PXL57502 |
| 2010 | 5.5 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2009 | 5.5 qt | 5W-20 | WIX 51516 |
| 2008 | 5.5 qt | 5W-20 | WIX 51516 |
| 2007 | 4.5 qt | 5W-20 | WIX 51516 |
| 2006 | 4.5 qt | 5W-20 | WIX 51516 |
| 2005 Current page | 4.5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | WIX 51516 |
How we verified 2005 Ford Taurus oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-26.
This page checked 7 sources for the 2005 Ford Taurus. The table lists which checked source contributed capacity, oil type, or filter evidence.
We checked leading oil brands and aftermarket filter catalogs so you don't have to.
- Confidence
- Cross-check pending
- Sources checked
- 7
- Last checked
- 2026-06-26
- Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
- Oil type: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
- Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
- Change interval: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Oil type, Filter | 2026-06-26 | Visit brand site |
| Pennzoil OATS | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-26 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-26 | Checked source |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-26 | Visit brand site |
| Valvoline Product Finder | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-26 | Checked source |
| CarAraC Engine Oil | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-26 | Checked source |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-26 | Visit brand site |
2005 Ford Taurus maintenance checklist
One part checked. Look up the rest while you're here.
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