Checked oil specs by engine
2021 Lexus RC300 oil capacity, type & filter
Multiple engine options are listed for the 2021 Lexus RC300. Select your engine below before buying oil or a filter.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo | 4.9 qt | 0W-20 | ULTRA-POWER 57047 |
| 3.5L V6 | — | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER P968 |
Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.
ULTRA-POWER 57047 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
Champ P968 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.
2021 Lexus RC300 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 2021 Lexus RC300
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.
Supported by Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and AMSOIL Lookup.
4 checked source rows for the 2021 Lexus RC300.
Before ordering for this 2021 Lexus RC300
- Capacity
- 4.9 qt
- Oil type
- 0W-20
- Filter
- ULTRA-POWER 57047
- Capacity
- Unverified
- Oil type
- 0W-20
- Filter
- Champ P968
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-23 from Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, AMSOIL Lookup, and Purolator Part Finder.
Lexus RC300 oil specs by year
This table includes checked Lexus RC300 model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2024 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K02 |
| 2023 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K02 |
| 2022 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K02 |
| 2021 Current page | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | ULTRA-POWER 57047 |
| 2020 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K02 |
| 2019 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | ULTRA-POWER 57047 |
| 2018 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K02 |
| 2017 | 6.8 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K49 |
| 2016 | 6.8 qt | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER P968 |
How we verified 2021 Lexus RC300 oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-23.
This page checked 4 sources for the 2021 Lexus RC300. 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 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 |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-23 | Checked source |
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Oil type, Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
2021 Lexus RC300 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 2021 Lexus RC300 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 2021 Lexus RC300?
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.
2021 Lexus RC300 maintenance checklist
One part checked. Look up the rest while you're here.
Where to buy
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