Checked oil specs by engine
2010 Ford Explorer oil capacity, type & filter
The 2010 Ford Explorer takes 6 qt of 5W-20 (4.6L V8) and 5 qt of 5W-30 (4.0L V6). Select your engine below before buying.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L V8 | 6 qt | 5W-20 | WIX 51372 |
| 4.0L V6 | 5 qt | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH820 |
Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter. Also check 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac .
WIX 51372 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
Champ PH820 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.
2010 Ford Explorer 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.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2010 Ford Explorer
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.
5 checked source rows for the 2010 Ford Explorer.
Before ordering for this 2010 Ford Explorer
- Capacity
- 6 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-20
- Interval
- 5,000 mi / 6 mo
- Filter
- WIX 51372
- Capacity
- 5 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Interval
- 5,000 mi / 6 mo
- Filter
- Champ PH820
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-23 from Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Ford Explorer oil specs by year
This table includes checked Ford Explorer model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5.1 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K50 |
| 2024 | 5.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL51348 |
| 2023 | 5.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2022 | 5.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL51348 |
| 2021 | 5.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | Purolator L10241 |
| 2020 | 5.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2019 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2018 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 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 | PRO-TEC PXL51348 |
| 2012 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL51348 |
| 2011 | 6 qt | 5W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH500 |
| 2010 Current page | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | WIX 51372 |
| 2009 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51372 |
| 2008 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51372 |
| 2007 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51372 |
| 2006 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51372 |
| 2005 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51372 |
How we verified 2010 Ford Explorer oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-23.
This page checked 5 sources for the 2010 Ford Explorer. 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
- 5
- Last checked
- 2026-06-23
- Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Oil type: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
- Change interval: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennzoil OATS | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Oil type, Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-23 | Checked source |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
2010 Ford Explorer maintenance checklist
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Where to buy
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