Ford Bronco oil type and capacity
The Ford Bronco oil type is SAE 5W-30 meeting Ford spec WSS-M2C961-A1, for the 2.3L, 2.7L, and 3.0L EcoBoost engines. Capacity with the filter changed between manuals: the 2022 manual lists 6.0 quarts for the 2.3L and 7.0 quarts for the 2.7L, while the 2025 manual lists 5.6 quarts for the 2.3L, 6.0 quarts for the 2.7L, and 7.0 quarts for the 3.0L Raptor.
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Bronco oil type and capacity by year
We filled capacity only for years whose manual we read (2022 and 2025). For 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2026, the grade is the same, but check the capacity in your manual or on the dipstick.
| Year | Engine | Oil | Oil spec | Capacity | Oil change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2026 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2026 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (Raptor) | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2025 | 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder | 5W-302 | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 | 5.6 qt (5.3 L) with filter | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2025 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 5W-302 | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 | 6 qt (5.7 L) with filter | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2025 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (Raptor) | 5W-302 | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 | 7 qt (6.6 L) with filter | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2024 | 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder | 5W-301 | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2024 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 5W-301 | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2024 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (Raptor) | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2023 | 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder | 5W-301 | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2023 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 5W-301 | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2023 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (Raptor) | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2022 | 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder | 5W-301 | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 | 6 qt (5.7 L) with filter | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2022 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 5W-301 | Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 | 7 qt (6.6 L) with filter | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2022 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (Raptor) | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2021 | 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
| 2021 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | Check your owner’s manual | when the display asks, at least once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first1 |
Why the capacity matters on a Bronco
The 2.7L in a 2022 Bronco holds a full quart more than the 2025 figure. If you pour in the old number on a newer engine, you can overfill it. Add a quart less than the listed capacity, run the engine, then top up to the full mark on the dipstick.
Grade, spec, and synthetic
“5W-30” means the oil flows like a 5 grade when cold and holds a 30 thickness when hot, which is what Ford specifies for these turbo engines. WSS-M2C961-A1 is the Ford spec printed on qualifying oil bottles. Ford asks for oil meeting the spec, not for synthetic by name; a synthetic or blend that carries the spec is a good choice for a Bronco that crawls trails in low range.
How often to change Bronco oil
The Bronco uses the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor: change the oil when the message appears, and at least once a year or every 10,000 miles. If you mostly drive off-road or on dusty roads, Ford’s 2022 manual says to change it every 5,000 miles or 6 months instead. See how often to change oil and oil change due, and reset the monitor after the change.
FAQ
What oil does a Ford Bronco take?
SAE 5W-30 meeting Ford spec WSS-M2C961-A1, for every engine in the 2022 and 2025 manuals.
How much oil does a Bronco 2.7 take?
7.0 quarts with the filter in the 2022 manual and 6.0 quarts in the 2025 manual. Check the manual for your year.
How much oil does a Bronco 2.3 take?
6.0 quarts in the 2022 manual and 5.6 quarts in the 2025 manual, with the filter.
How much oil does the Bronco Raptor take?
7.0 quarts of 5W-30 with the filter, in the 2025 manual.
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Sources
- 2022 Ford Bronco Owner’s Manual, Capacities and Specifications and Scheduled Maintenance (checked November 12, 2026)
- 2025 Ford Bronco Owner’s Manual, Capacities and Specifications (checked November 12, 2026)