Checked oil specs by engine
2012 Dodge Durango oil capacity, type & filter
The 2012 Dodge Durango takes 5.9 qt of 5W-30 (3.6L V6) and 7 qt of 5W-20 (5.7L V8). Select your engine below before buying.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L V6 | 5.9 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K37 |
| 5.7L V8 | 7 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.
AMSOIL EA15K37 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
AMSOIL EA15K01 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.
2012 Dodge Durango 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 2012 Dodge Durango
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 2012 Dodge Durango.
Before ordering for this 2012 Dodge Durango
- Capacity
- 5.9 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Interval
- 8,000 mi / 6 mo
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K37
- Capacity
- 7 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-20
- Interval
- 8,000 mi / 6 mo
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K01
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-24 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Dodge Durango oil specs by year
This table includes checked Dodge Durango model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2024 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2023 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2022 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2021 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2020 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2019 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2018 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2017 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2016 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2015 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2014 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19 |
| 2013 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K37 |
| 2012 Current page | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K37 |
| 2011 | 5.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K37 |
| 2009 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2008 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | WIX 51516 |
| 2007 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | WIX 51516 |
| 2006 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51516 |
| 2005 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51516 |
How we verified 2012 Dodge Durango oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-24.
This page checked 5 sources for the 2012 Dodge Durango. 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
- 2026-06-24
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Oil type, Filter | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| Pennzoil OATS | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-24 | Checked source |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
2012 Dodge Durango maintenance checklist
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