Checked oil specs by engine
2016 Lincoln MKZ oil capacity, type & filter
Multiple engine options are listed for the 2016 Lincoln MKZ. Select your engine below before buying oil or a filter.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo | — | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL51348 |
| 3.7L 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.
2016 Lincoln MKZ 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 2016 Lincoln MKZ
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.
Supported by Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and AMSOIL Lookup.
5 checked source rows for the 2016 Lincoln MKZ.
Before ordering for this 2016 Lincoln MKZ
- Capacity
- Unverified
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Filter
- PRO-TEC PXL51348
- Capacity
- 6 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-20
- Filter
- PRO-TEC PXL57502
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-23 from Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Lincoln MKZ oil specs by year
This table includes checked Lincoln MKZ model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5.7 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 Current page | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL51348 |
| 2015 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | Purolator L10241 |
| 2014 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2013 | 5.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2012 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2011 | 5.3 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | Purolator L10241 |
| 2010 | 5.5 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2009 | 5.5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-20 | WIX 51516 |
| 2008 | 5.5 qt | 5W-20 | WIX 51516 |
| 2007 | 5.5 qt | 5W-20 | WIX 51516 |
How we verified 2016 Lincoln MKZ oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-23.
This page checked 5 sources for the 2016 Lincoln MKZ. 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 and AMSOIL Lookup
- Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
- Filter: Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and AMSOIL Lookup
| 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) | Checked | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
2016 Lincoln MKZ 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 2016 Lincoln MKZ 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 2016 Lincoln MKZ?
Use the oil-life monitor or the interval in your owner's manual for this engine. Severe service can 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.
2016 Lincoln MKZ maintenance checklist
One part checked. Look up the rest while you're here.
Where to buy
These are retailer search paths for your vehicle. The specs above are checked — use the retailer's vehicle selector at checkout to confirm before ordering.
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Walmart
Compare oil and filter listings for the 2016 Lincoln MKZ. Confirm capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before checkout.
Search 2016 Lincoln MKZ oil & filter →AutoZone
Use AutoZone's vehicle selector for the 2016 Lincoln MKZ before checkout to confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter fitment.
Search 2016 Lincoln MKZ oil & filter →Amazon
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