When it comes to vehicle maintenance, understanding the engine oil capacity of your Tata vehicle is essential. The right engine oil quantity ensures smooth performance, protects your engine, and extends the lifespan of your vehicle. Using too little oil can lead to overheating, while too much can cause leaks or pressure problems.
This detailed Tata engine oil capacity chart provides the exact amount of oil required for all Tata vehicle models, cars, pickups, vans, and heavy-duty trucks.
Tata Engine Oil Capacity Chart
| Model | Engine Type | Engine Oil Capacity (Q/Liters) |
|---|---|---|
| Tata Ace | 0.7L Diesel, 2 Cylinder 8 Valve | 4.2–6.3 Q / 4–6 L |
| Tata Altroz (2019-) | 1.2L Revotron Petrol (63 kW) | 3.7 Q / 3.5 L |
| 1.2L Revotron Turbo Petrol (80 kW) | 3.7 Q / 3.5 L | |
| 1.5L Diesel (66 kW) | 5.3 Q / 5 L | |
| Tata Aria (2010-2017) | 2.2L VARICOR Diesel (2WD/4×4) | 7.9 Q / 7.5 L |
| Tata Bolt (2014-2016) | 1.2L Revotron Petrol | 4.2 Q / 4 L |
| 1.3L Quadrajet Diesel | 3.4 Q / 3.2 L | |
| Tata Curvv (2024-) | 1.2L Revotron Petrol (92 kW) | 3.7 Q / 3.5 L |
| 1.5L KryoTec Diesel (110 kW) | 5.3 Q / 5 L | |
| Tata Harrier (2018-) | 2.0L KryoTec Diesel (103 kW, 2018–2020) | 5.3 Q / 5 L |
| 2.0L KryoTec BSVI Diesel (125 kW, 2020–) | 5.3 Q / 5 L | |
| Tata Indica eV2 (2011-2018) | 1.2L Tata 475 SI Petrol (MPFI) BS IV | 4.2 Q / 4 L |
| 1.4L Turbo Diesel (CR4) | 5.8 Q / 5.5 L | |
| 1.4L Turbo Diesel (NA) | 5.8 Q / 5.5 L | |
| Tata Indica V2 (1997-2007) | 1.4L Tata 475 MPFI Petrol | 4.2 Q / 4 L |
| 1.4L Tata 475 IDI Diesel (NA) | 4.2 Q / 4 L | |
| 1.4L Turbo Diesel Tata 475 IDT TCIC | 5.8 Q / 5.5 L | |
| Tata Indica Vista (2008-2018) | 1.2L Safire Petrol | 2.7 Q / 2.6 L |
| 1.3L Quadrajet Diesel | 3.4 Q / 3.2 L | |
| 1.4L Safire Petrol | 4.2 Q / 4 L | |
| Tata Indigo | 1.4L Diesel (45 kW) Tata 475 IDI TC | 5.8 Q / 5.5 L |
| 1.4L Diesel (52 kW) Tata 475 IDT TCIC | 5.8 Q / 5.5 L | |
| 1.4L Diesel (DICOR) | 5.8 Q / 5.5 L | |
| Tata Indigo CS (2008-2018) | 1.4L TDI BS3 Diesel (TCIC – BS-III) | 5.8 Q / 5.5 L |
| 1.2L Tata 475 SI Petrol (MPFI) BS IV | 4.8 Q / 4.5 L | |
| Tata Nexon (2017-) | 1.2L Revotron Petrol (88 kW) | 3.7 Q / 3.5 L |
| 1.5L Diesel (81 kW) | 5.8 Q / 5.5 L | |
| Tata Punch (2021-) | 1.2L Revotron Petrol (63 kW) | 3.7 Q / 3.5 L |
| Tata Safari (2021-) | 2.0L KryoTec Diesel (125 kW) | 5.3 Q / 5 L |
| Tata Super Ace | 1.4L Common Rail Diesel (1405 cc) | ~6.3 Q / ~6 L (estimated) |
| Tata Tiago (2016-) | 1.2L Revotron Petrol (63 kW) | 3.7 Q / 3.5 L |
| 1.05L Diesel (discontinued) | 4.2 Q / 4 L | |
| Tata Tigor (2017-) | 1.2L Revotron Petrol (63 kW) | 3.7 Q / 3.5 L |
| 1.05L Diesel (discontinued) | 4.2 Q / 4 L |
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Engine Oil Change Intervals
- Passenger Cars: Every 10,000 km or 1 year
- Commercial Vehicles: Every 15,000 km
- Heavy Trucks: 20,000 km, depending on load and road condition
- Always change the oil filter with each oil change
Signs You’re Using the Wrong Engine Oil
- Decreased mileage
- Engine overheating
- Knocking or loud engine sounds
- Oil leakage
- Smoke from the exhaust
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FAQs
What is the Engine Oil Capacity of Tata 2.5 Ton?
The term “Tata 2.5 Ton” generally refers to medium-duty Tata trucks or military-spec models. These vehicles often use Tata 497 TC diesel engines or similar.
- Typical Engine Oil Capacity: 7.5 to 9.5 Liters
- For military-use models or off-road versions, capacity may go up to 10 Liters depending on the sump design and whether the oil filter is included.
Which Engine Oil is Used in Tata Motors?
Tata Motors recommends different engine oils based on vehicle type and engine:
- Passenger Cars (e.g., Tiago, Nexon):
- Petrol: 5W-30 or 10W-30 Synthetic
- Diesel: 5W-40 or 15W-40
- Commercial Vehicles (Ace, Yodha, Intra):
- 15W-40 Mineral or Semi-Synthetic
- Heavy-Duty Trucks (LPT, Prima):
- 15W-40 CI-4+ or CJ-4 Grade Synthetic Diesel Engine Oil
Top recommended brands:
- Servo (Indian Oil)
- Castrol CRB
- Shell Rimula
- Mobil Delvac
Always use API CH-4, CI-4+ or BS6-compliant oils for new-gen Tata engines.
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How Much Oil Does a 2.5 Liter Engine Take?
The oil capacity of a 2.5-liter engine can vary depending on engine architecture and vehicle type.
- General Estimate: 4.5 to 6.5 Liters
- For turbocharged 2.5L diesel engines: ~5.5 to 6.0 Liters
If the engine is in a commercial or heavy-duty vehicle, capacity may be higher to allow better cooling and lubrication.
How Much Oil Does a Tata Bolt Diesel Engine Take?
The Tata Bolt Diesel is powered by a 1.3L Quadrajet engine (derived from Fiat’s Multijet).
- Engine Oil Capacity: 3.2 to 3.5 Liters (with filter)
- Recommended Oil: 5W-40 Full Synthetic for optimal performance and engine protection
This engine is also used in other Tata models like the Vista and Zest, so oil capacity remains similar.
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Which Engines Does Tata Use?
Tata Motors uses both in-house and outsourced engines across different vehicle segments. Here’s a breakdown:
Passenger Vehicles
- Revotron: 1.2L Turbocharged Petrol
- Revotorq: 1.05L Diesel (discontinued)
- Kryotec: 2.0L Diesel (based on Fiat Multijet II, used in Harrier & Safari)
- 1.5L Revotorq Diesel: Used in Nexon
Commercial Vehicles
- Tata 497 TC: 4.9L Diesel
- Tata 407 / 709 Engines: Older commercial series
- Tata 4SP / 3.0L DiCOR: Used in pickup and van models
- Cummins Engines: Used in Prima and some LPT models (BS6-compliant)
- Tata Turbotronn: New-generation diesel engines in the Ultra series
Engine Suppliers/Partners
- Fiat: For 1.3L Quadrajet / 2.0L Kryotec
- Cummins: For heavy-duty commercial engines
- AVL (Austria): For engine R&D and tuning support
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