Checked oil specs by engine

2009 Mazda 3 oil capacity, type & filter

The 2009 Mazda 3 takes 4.5 qt of 5W-20 (2.0L 4-Cyl) and 6 qt of 5W-30 (2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo) and 5.3 qt of 0W-20 (2.5L). Select your engine below before buying.

2009 Mazda 3 oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
2.0L 4-Cyl 4.5 qt 5W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH2835
2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo 6 qt 5W-30 FRAM TG9641
2.5L 5.3 qt 0W-20

Match one of 3 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

2.0L 4-Cyl
Capacity 4.5 qt i Based on 1 checked source: Pennzoil OATS. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and 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 1 checked source: Pennzoil OATS. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked oil-type source and 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
CHAMP / LUBER-FINER Shown first PH2835 Search PH2835 Purolator L10241 Search L10241

Champ PH2835 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo
Capacity 6 qt i Based on 1 checked source: Pennzoil OATS. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and 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-30 i Based on 2 checked sources: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager). Additional cross-check is still pending: additional evidence. 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
FRAM Shown first TG9641 Search TG9641 Purolator L15505 Search L15505

FRAM TG9641 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

2.5L
Capacity 5.3 qt i Based on 1 checked source: Castrol (Olyslager). Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and 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 0W-20 i Based on 1 checked source: Castrol (Olyslager). Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked oil-type source. 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
No checked filter listed Use a retailer fitment tool to confirm the exact part number before ordering.

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

Full synthetic options for 5W-20

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Full synthetic options for 5W-30

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Full synthetic options for 0W-20

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2009 Mazda 3 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.

Filter status

Filter fitment has not been fully verified for every engine listed. Confirm the part number with the retailer before ordering.

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Source coverage for the 2009 Mazda 3

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).

Oil type sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).

Filter sources

Supported by Purolator Part Finder and RockAuto.

Source coverage

4 checked source rows for the 2009 Mazda 3.

Before ordering for this 2009 Mazda 3

Checkout verification checklist
2.0L 4-Cyl Buy →
Capacity
4.5 qt
Oil type
5W-20
Interval
7,500 mi / 6 mo
Filter
Champ PH2835
2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo Buy →
Capacity
6 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
7,500 mi / 6 mo
Filter
FRAM TG9641
2.5L Buy →
Capacity
5.3 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Interval
7,500 mi / 6 mo
Filter
Unverified

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

Mazda 3 oil specs by year

This table includes checked Mazda 3 model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2025 4.8 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2024 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2023 4.8 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2022 4.8 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2021 4.8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL57002
2020 4.8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL57002
2019 4.8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL57002
2018 4.4 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2017 4.4 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2016 4.4 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2015 4.4 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH2876
2014 4.4 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2013 4.4 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2012 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2011 5.8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2010 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2009 Current page 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH2835
2008 4 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K51
2007 4 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K51
2006 4 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K51
2005 4 qt (multiple engines) 5W-20 WIX 51516

How we verified 2009 Mazda 3 oil data

How we verify fitment

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

This page checked 4 sources for the 2009 Mazda 3. The table lists which checked source contributed capacity, oil type, or filter evidence.

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Confidence
Cross-check pending i Some oil fields are based on checked source data but still need stronger cross-check evidence. Review area: 2.0L 4-Cyl capacity, 2.0L 4-Cyl oil type, 2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo capacity, 2.3L 4-Cyl Turbo oil type, 2.5L capacity, and 2.5L 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
4
Last checked
2026-06-24
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Filter: Purolator Part Finder and RockAuto
  • Change interval: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
Source Supports Checked Link
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) Oil type, Capacity 2026-06-24 Visit brand site

2009 Mazda 3 maintenance checklist

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