Checked oil specs by engine

2006 Mazda 6 oil capacity, type & filter

The 2006 Mazda 6 oil capacity is 4.5 qt (2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo) and 6 qt (3.0L V6). All engines use 5W-20 oil.

2006 Mazda 6 oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo 4.5 qt 5W-20 WIX 51032
3.0L V6 6 qt 5W-20 WIX 51372

Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo
Capacity 4.5 qt i Based on 3 checked sources: AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, and Castrol (Olyslager). Additional cross-check is still pending: capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type 5W-20 i Based on 2 checked sources: AMSOIL Lookup and Pennzoil OATS. Additional cross-check is still pending: agreement across all checked oil-type sources. Use it as a reference, then confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout.
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
WIX Shown first 51032 Search 51032 WIX 51036 Search 51036 WIX 51040 Search 51040 WIX 51042 Search 51042 FRAM TG9641 Search TG9641 Purolator L15505 Search L15505

WIX 51032 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

3.0L V6
Capacity 6 qt i Capacity condition is not listed in the checked data, so confirm whether the service-fill amount includes a new filter before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment Verified fit Buy at least 6 qt total; listed capacity is 6 qt.
Oil type 5W-20 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
WIX Shown first 51372 Search 51372 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 R84203 Search R84203 Purolator L24651 Search L24651

WIX 51372 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

5 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-24 How we verify →

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2006 Mazda 6 oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes

Which engine applies?

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.

Filter part numbers

All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.

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Source coverage for the 2006 Mazda 6

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Oil type sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.

Filter sources

Supported by RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.

Source coverage

5 checked source rows for the 2006 Mazda 6.

Before ordering for this 2006 Mazda 6

Checkout verification checklist
2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo Buy →
Capacity
4.5 qt
Oil type
5W-20
Interval
7,500 mi / 6 mo
Filter
WIX 51032
3.0L V6 Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
6 qt
Oil type
5W-20
Interval
7,500 mi / 6 mo
Filter
WIX 51372

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-24 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Mazda 6 oil specs by year

This table includes checked Mazda 6 model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2021 5.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2020 4.8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2019 4.8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2018 4.8 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2017 4.8 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2016 4.8 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2015 4.8 qt 0W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH2876
2014 4.8 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2013 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2012 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2011 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51348
2010 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 5W-20 WIX 51348
2009 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51348
2008 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 WIX 51032
2007 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-20 WIX 51032
2006 Current page 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-20 WIX 51032
2005 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-20 WIX 51032

How we verified 2006 Mazda 6 oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-24.

This page checked 5 sources for the 2006 Mazda 6. 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 i Some oil fields are based on checked source data but still need stronger cross-check evidence. Review area: 2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo capacity and 2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo oil type. Use the listed values as references and confirm the exact engine before ordering or adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Sources checked
5
Last checked
2026-06-24
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Change interval: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-24 Checked source
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
Castrol (Olyslager) Capacity 2026-06-24 Visit brand site

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