Jeep Cherokee oil specs by year
Jeep Cherokee oil specs changed across the 2014–2023 range. The most recent checked year uses 5 qt of 5W-30. Select the exact year to see the checked capacity, viscosity, and filter for that model year.
Multiple engine options: The Jeep Cherokee was offered with 3 engine options across its history.
Open the exact year page and select your engine to see the correct capacity and viscosity for your vehicle.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2022 | 5 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2021 | 5 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2020 | 5 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2019 | 5 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2018 | 5.5 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2017 | 5.5 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2016 | 5.5 qt | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH48; Purolator L12222 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2015 | 5.5 qt | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH48; Purolator L12222; AMSOIL EA15K50 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2014 | 5.5 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K50; WIX 51618; WIX 51619 Verified fit | Open record → |
Jeep Cherokee oil spec changes by year
Checked records show 1 spec change across the 2014–2023 range. 2019: capacity and viscosity changed from 5.5 qt / 0W-20 to 5 qt / 5W-30 (vs 2018). Open the exact year page for the full source notes before buying.
- 2019: capacity and viscosity changed to 5 qt / 5W-30 (was 5.5 qt / 0W-20 in 2018). Open 2019 record →
- 2019: engine option “2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo” added.
- 2023: engine option “3.2L V6” removed.
Jeep Cherokee oil — frequently asked questions
- What oil does the Jeep Cherokee take?
- The Jeep Cherokee oil spec has changed across model years. The most recent checked year uses 5 qt of 5W-30. Use the year table above to find the spec for your specific model year.
- Does the Jeep Cherokee oil capacity change across years?
- Yes. Checked records show 1 capacity change across the 2014–2023 range. Use the year table above to find the exact capacity for your model year and confirm in your owner's manual.
- Does the Jeep Cherokee have different oil specs for different engines?
- Yes. The Jeep Cherokee has been offered with multiple engine options (2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo, 2.4L 4-Cyl, 3.2L V6). Each engine can have a different oil capacity and viscosity. Open the exact year page, select your engine, and confirm specs before buying.
- What oil filter fits the Jeep Cherokee?
- The most recent checked year lists AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 as a compatible oil filter for the Jeep Cherokee. Filter part numbers can change across model years — open the exact year page for the source-checked part number for your year.
Look up a specific Jeep Cherokee year
Select a model year to open the exact checked oil fitment record before ordering.