Checked oil specs by engine
2012 Ford Explorer oil capacity, type & filter
The 2012 Ford Explorer takes 5.7 qt of 5W-30 (2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo) and 6 qt of 5W-20 (3.5L V6). Select your engine below before buying.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo | 5.7 qt | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL51348 |
| 3.5L V6 | 6 qt | 5W-20 | PRO-TEC PXL57502 |
Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.
PRO-TEC PXL51348 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
PRO-TEC PXL57502 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 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 2012 Ford Explorer
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by Purolator Part Finder and RockAuto.
4 checked source rows for the 2012 Ford Explorer.
Before ordering for this 2012 Ford Explorer
- Capacity
- 5.7 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Interval
- 10,000 mi / 12 mo
- Filter
- PRO-TEC PXL51348
- Capacity
- 6 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-20
- Interval
- 10,000 mi / 12 mo
- Filter
- PRO-TEC PXL57502
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-23 from Pennzoil OATS, 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 Current page | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL51348 |
| 2011 | 6 qt | 5W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH500 |
| 2010 | 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 2012 Ford Explorer oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-23.
This page checked 4 sources for the 2012 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
- Verified fit
- Sources checked
- 4
- Last checked
- 2026-06-23
- 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 | 2026-06-23 | 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 |
2012 Ford Explorer maintenance checklist
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