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Changing the oil in a Toyota Prius is quite simple and can be done with a minimum of tools in less than half an hour. Just because the Prius is a hybrid—that is, it uses both gas and electricity—doesn’t mean that changing the oil should be any different than a typical non-hybrid car.
By the way, I promise you won’t get shocked just by changing the oil! The Prius doesn’t require any special tools or oil that can only be purchased from a dealership. You can purchase the oil filter and oil from your local auto parts store or following our Amazon links.
2000 2001 2002 2003 Toyota Prius oil capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| 1NZ-FXE Prius (W1) | With filter change 3.4 l Without filter change 3.7 l |
5W-30, 10W-30 | 10000 km (6000 miles) |
How to change the motor oil in Toyota Prius 2000-2003
Tools needed
- Fast Lift Service Jack
- Jack Stands
- Gloves
- Oil Drain Pan
- Wheel Ramps
- Wheel Chock
- Oil Filter Wrench
- Oil Funnel
- 14 mm Socket
- Socket Set and Ratchet
- Oil Drain Plug with Gasket
- Oil Filter
- Best Motor Oil for Toyota Prius
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Castrol 03102 GTX High Mileage 5W-30 Motor Oil - 5 Quart 12,938 Reviews Check Today's Price 2 
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AmazonBasics Conventional Motor Oil - 5W-30 - 5 Quart 16,061 Reviews Check Today's Price 4 
Mobil 1 (120766) Extended Performance 5W-30 Motor Oil - 5 Quart 954 Reviews Check Today's Price 5 
Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil 5 QT 13,335 Reviews Check Today's Price
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Toyota Prius oil capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| 1NZ-FXE THSD (W2) | 3.7 / 0.3 | 5W-30, 10W-30 | 10,000 km (6,000 miles) |
How to do an oil change in Toyota Prius 2004-2009
Tools needed
- Fast Lift Service Jack
- Jack Stands
- Gloves
- Oil Drain Pan
- Wheel Ramps
- Wheel Chock
- Oil Filter Wrench
- Oil Funnel
- 14 mm Socket
- Socket Set and Ratchet
- Oil Drain Plug with Gasket
- Oil Filter
- Best Motor Oil for Toyota Prius
# Preview Product Rating 1
Castrol 03102 GTX High Mileage 5W-30 Motor Oil - 5 Quart 12,938 Reviews Check Today's Price 2
Valvoline High Mileage with MaxLife Technology SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil 5 QT 10,327 Reviews Check Today's Price 3
AmazonBasics Conventional Motor Oil - 5W-30 - 5 Quart 16,061 Reviews Check Today's Price 4
Mobil 1 (120766) Extended Performance 5W-30 Motor Oil - 5 Quart 954 Reviews Check Today's Price 5
Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil 5 QT 13,335 Reviews Check Today's Price
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Toyota Prius oil capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| 2ZR-FXE Prius (W3) | 4.2 / 0.3 liters | 0W-20 5W-20 5W-30 10W-30 |
10000 km (6000 miles) |
How to change the engine oil and replace the oil filter in Toyota Prius 2010-2015
Tools needed
- Fast Lift Service Jack
- Jack Stands
- Gloves
- Oil Drain Pan
- Wheel Ramps
- Wheel Chock
- Oil Filter Wrench
- Oil Funnel
- 14 mm Socket
- Socket Set and Ratchet
- Oil Drain Plug with Gasket
- Oil Filter
- Best Motor Oil for Toyota Prius
# Preview Product Rating 1 
Mobil 1 Extended Performance Full Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-20, 5 Quart (120903) 497 Reviews Check Today's Price 2 
Castrol 03124 Edge 0W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 5 Quart 5,892 Reviews Check Today's Price 3 
Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20 Motor Oil 5 QT 13,335 Reviews Check Today's Price 4 
AmazonBasics Full Synthetic Motor Oil - 0W-20 - 5 Quart 16,156 Reviews Check Today's Price 5 
Castrol 03060 GTX MAGNATEC 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Green, 5 Quart 5,885 Reviews Check Today's Price
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Toyota Prius oil change
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| 2ZR-FXE (W5) | 4.2 / 0.3 | 0W-20 5W-20 5W-30 10W-30 |
10,000 km (6,000 miles) |
How to change the motor oil in Toyota Prius 2016-2020
Tools needed
- Fast Lift Service Jack
- Jack Stands
- Gloves
- Oil Drain Pan
- Wheel Ramps
- Wheel Chock
- Oil Filter Wrench
- Oil Funnel
- 10 mm Socket
- 14 mm Socket
- Socket Set and Ratchet
- Oil Drain Plug with Gasket
- Oil Filter
- Best Motor Oil for Toyota Prius
# Preview Product Rating 1
Mobil 1 Extended Performance Full Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-20, 5 Quart (120903) 497 Reviews Check Today's Price 2
Castrol 03124 Edge 0W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 5 Quart 5,892 Reviews Check Today's Price 3
Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20 Motor Oil 5 QT 13,335 Reviews Check Today's Price 4
AmazonBasics Full Synthetic Motor Oil - 0W-20 - 5 Quart 16,156 Reviews Check Today's Price 5
Castrol 03060 GTX MAGNATEC 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Green, 5 Quart 5,885 Reviews Check Today's Price
The oil change on these late model Toyota Prius’s usually takes around 25-35 minutes. Using a car lift and having all your parts and tools lined out in a clean work area will make the job even faster.
Before starting, make sure that you have all the proper parts and tools needed to complete the oil change. These are listed above. You may need to purchase some tools the first time you perform this oil change yourself, but they are a worthwhile investment that you can use over and over again throughout the life of your vehicle(s).
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