Checked oil specs by engine
2012 Volvo S60 oil capacity, type & filter
Multiple engine options are listed for the 2012 Volvo S60. Select your engine below before buying oil or a filter.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 5-Cyl Turbo | 6 qt | 5W-30 | Purolator L35234 |
| 3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo | 7.2 qt | 5W-30 | Purolator L25692 |
| 1.6L 4-Cyl | 4.2 qt | 5W-30 | Purolator PL21350 |
| 1.5L | 6.2 qt | 0W-20 | — |
| 2.0L | 6.2 qt | — | — |
| 2.4L | 5.8 qt | — | — |
Match one of 6 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.
Purolator L35234 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
Purolator L25692 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
Confirm Purolator PL21350 in the retailer selector before checkout.
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 Volvo S60 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.
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 Volvo S60
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil.
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil.
Supported by Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and AMSOIL Lookup.
7 checked source rows for the 2012 Volvo S60.
Before ordering for this 2012 Volvo S60
- Capacity
- 6 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Interval
- 10,000 mi / 12 mo
- Filter
- Purolator L35234
- Capacity
- 7.2 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Interval
- 10,000 mi / 12 mo
- Filter
- Purolator L25692
- Capacity
- 4.2 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Filter
- Purolator PL21350
- Capacity
- 6.2 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 0W-20
- Filter
- Unverified
- Capacity
- 6.2 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- Unverified
- Filter
- Unverified
- Capacity
- 5.8 qt
- Oil type
- Unverified
- Filter
- Unverified
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-27 from Purolator Part Finder, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, AMSOIL Lookup, Valvoline Product Finder, CarAraC Engine Oil, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Volvo S60 oil specs by year
This table includes checked Volvo S60 model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6.4 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2021 | 5.9 qt | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2020 | 5.9 qt | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2018 | 5.9 qt | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2017 | 6.2 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2016 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | R95241 |
| 2015 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | R95241 |
| 2014 | 5.8 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K05 |
| 2013 | 5.8 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K05 |
| 2012 Current page | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | Purolator L35234 |
| 2011 | 7.2 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | R84806 |
| 2009 | 5.8 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | R84021 |
| 2008 | 5.8 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER CF5315 |
| 2007 | 5.8 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER CF5315 |
| 2006 | 5.8 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER CF5315 |
| 2005 | 5.8 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER CF5315 |
How we verified 2012 Volvo S60 oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-27.
This page checked 7 sources for the 2012 Volvo S60. 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
- 7
- Last checked
- 2026-06-27
- Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
- Oil type: Pennzoil OATS, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
- Filter: Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and AMSOIL Lookup
- Change interval: Pennzoil OATS, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-27 | Visit brand site |
| Pennzoil OATS | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-27 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-27 | Checked source |
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Filter | 2026-06-27 | Visit brand site |
| Valvoline Product Finder | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-27 | Checked source |
| CarAraC Engine Oil | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-27 | Checked source |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-27 | Visit brand site |
2012 Volvo S60 maintenance checklist
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Where to buy
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