Checked oil specs by engine
2012 Suzuki Swift oil capacity, type & filter
Multiple engine options are listed for the 2012 Suzuki Swift. Select your engine below before buying oil or a filter.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2L | 3.3 qt | 5W-30 | — |
| 1.3L Diesel | 3.4 qt | 5W-30 | — |
| 1.6L | — | 0W-20 | — |
Match one of 3 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.
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 Suzuki Swift 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.
With filter means the volume includes a new filter. Service fill is the typical drain-and-fill amount. Dry fill is for a fresh empty engine only.
Filter fitment has not been fully verified for every engine listed. Confirm the part number with the retailer before ordering.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2012 Suzuki Swift
Supported by Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil.
Supported by Valvoline Product Finder, Castrol (Olyslager), and CarAraC Engine Oil.
Filter support not listed on this page.
3 checked source rows for the 2012 Suzuki Swift.
Before ordering for this 2012 Suzuki Swift
- Capacity
- 3.3 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Interval
- 9,400 mi / 12 mo
- Filter
- Unverified
- Capacity
- 3.4 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Filter
- Unverified
- Capacity
- Unverified
- Oil type
- 0W-20
- Interval
- 9,400 mi / 12 mo
- Filter
- Unverified
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-27 from Valvoline Product Finder, CarAraC Engine Oil, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Suzuki Swift oil specs by year
This table includes checked Suzuki Swift model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Current page | 3.3 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | Unverified |
| 2011 | 3.3 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | Unverified |
| 2010 | 4.4 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH47 |
How we verified 2012 Suzuki Swift oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-27.
This page checked 3 sources for the 2012 Suzuki Swift. 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
- 3
- Last checked
- 2026-06-27
- Capacity: Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
- Oil type: Valvoline Product Finder, Castrol (Olyslager), and CarAraC Engine Oil
- Filter: Support not listed on this page
- Change interval: Valvoline Product Finder, Castrol (Olyslager), and CarAraC Engine Oil
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valvoline Product Finder | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-27 | Checked source |
| CarAraC Engine Oil | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-27 | Checked source |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Oil type, Capacity | 2026-06-27 | Visit brand site |
2012 Suzuki Swift oil FAQ
Which engine configuration applies to my vehicle?
Use the door jamb sticker, owner's manual, or engine cover badge to identify your engine, then match it to the engine options listed above.
Is the oil capacity measured with or without the filter?
Capacity condition matters. With filter includes a new filter. Service fill is the typical drain-and-fill amount. Dry fill is for a fresh empty engine only.
Why should I confirm before buying?
Retailer catalogs can update separately. Confirm the exact 2012 Suzuki Swift selector at checkout before you buy.
Do I also need to match the OEM oil approval?
Yes. Viscosity is only one part of the oil spec. Match the oil approval listed in your owner's manual or on the bottle before checkout.
How often should I change the oil on a 2012 Suzuki Swift?
Change intervals vary by engine option for this vehicle. Always follow your owner's manual and oil-life monitor. Severe service may require a shorter interval.
Do I need a new drain plug gasket?
Replace it when your vehicle uses a serviceable gasket or crush washer. Confirm the gasket size and drain plug torque from the service manual or parts counter.
2012 Suzuki Swift maintenance checklist
One part checked. Look up the rest while you're here.
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- Oil type & capacity 5W-30 · 3.3 qt Checked
Where to buy
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Search 2012 Suzuki Swift oil & filter →AutoZone
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Search 2012 Suzuki Swift oil & filter →Amazon
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