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What oil type does the 2012 Mazda 3 take?
I drive a 2012 Mazda 3 and I want to give it an oil change myself (rather than taking it to the dealer) to cut back on maintenance costs. Which oil should I buy?
Shannon Fitzgerald · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Changing out your oil yourself can be an excellent way to save some extra cash on your vehicle’s maintenance. The
2012 Mazda 3
oil type is either 0W-20 or 5W-30. Here’s how it breaks down:: - Use SAE 0W-20 genuine oil for the SKYACTIV-G 2.0L engine, the MZR 2.0L engine, and the MZR 2.5L engine
- Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil for the MZR 2.3L DISI Turbo engine
The oil capacity for each engine type differs, as well:
- The SKYACTIV-G and MZR 2.0L engines both take 4.5 quarts or 4.2 liters of oil
- The MZR 2.3L DISI Turbo engine takes 6 quarts or 5.7 liters of oil
- The MZR 2.5L engine takes 5.3 quarts or 5.0 liters of oil
You’ll want to make sure you carefully follow the instructions of your owner’s manual to ensure you’re doing the oil change correctly. Remember, using the wrong oil type or filter can severely damage your engine, which will end up costing more than the oil change itself. If you find that you’re really unsure what to do, it’s always best to just take your
Mazda
to a professional. Another easier way to save money on your vehicle’s upkeep is to lower your insurance costs by switching policies with
Jerry
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will help handle all the transition calls and paperwork to get your savings started seamlessly. View full answer
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