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2021 Toyota 4Runner oil capacity, type & filter
The 2021 Toyota 4Runner takes 6.6 qt of 0W-20 oil.
Applies to checked engine: 4.0L V6.
Champ P968 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
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2021 Toyota 4Runner oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
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.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2021 Toyota 4Runner
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by K&N Filters, Purolator Part Finder, and RockAuto.
5 checked source rows for the 2021 Toyota 4Runner.
Before ordering for this 2021 Toyota 4Runner
- Capacity
- 6.6 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 0W-20
- Interval
- 10,000 mi / 12 mo
- Filter
- Champ P968
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-23 from Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, K&N Filters, Purolator Part Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Toyota 4Runner oil specs by year
This table includes checked Toyota 4Runner model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.1 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2024 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K49 |
| 2023 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER P968 |
| 2022 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER P968 |
| 2021 Current page | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER P968 |
| 2020 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K49 |
| 2019 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K49 |
| 2018 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K49 |
| 2017 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K49 |
| 2016 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K49 |
| 2015 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K49 |
| 2014 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER P968 |
| 2013 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER P968 |
| 2012 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K49 |
| 2011 | 6.6 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K49 |
| 2010 | 6.1 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2009 | 6.6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2008 | 6.6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2007 | 6.6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2006 | 6.6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
| 2005 | 6.6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K51 |
How we verified 2021 Toyota 4Runner oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-23.
This page checked 5 sources for the 2021 Toyota 4Runner. 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
- 5
- Last checked
- 2026-06-23
- Capacity: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Filter: K&N Filters, 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 |
| K&N Filters | Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
2021 Toyota 4Runner maintenance checklist
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