Daewoo Matiz: engine oil capacity and type
The Daewoo Matiz is a small, inexpensive city car. Its 0.8-litre three-cylinder engine holds very little oil, so even a small drop in level affects the engine.
Quick answer
3 L
The Daewoo Matiz 0.8 (F8CV) engine takes 3 L of oil with a new oil filter. Recommended viscosity: 10W-40 / 5W-30.
| Engine | Years | Oil capacity (with filter) | Viscosity | Approval | Change every |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.8 (F8CV)Petrol | 2001–2015 | 3 L | 10W-40, 5W-30 | API SL | 10,000 km, 6,000 km in severe conditions |
Data is based on manufacturers' manuals. Capacity can vary slightly between engine versions, so always check the level on the dipstick when filling. Updated:
How much oil to buy
Oil is usually sold in 4 and 1-litre bottles. For a change with a new filter you need:
- 0.8 (F8CV)4 L × 1
After filling, run the engine for 1–2 minutes, switch it off, wait 5 minutes and check the level on the dipstick. It should be between the MIN and MAX marks.
Which oil to choose
A viscosity grade such as 5W-30 has two parts. The number before the W shows how easily the oil flows when cold: the lower it is, the easier the engine starts in winter. The second number is the viscosity in a hot engine.
Start with the first viscosity in the table, which is the manufacturer's recommendation. Check that the bottle lists the required approval (API, ACEA or dexos). For turbo engines, meeting the approval matters as much as the viscosity.
When to change the oil in Uzbekistan
The manufacturer's interval assumes normal conditions. In Uzbekistan, summer heat up to +40 °C, dust, city traffic and frequent short trips make oil age faster. These count as severe conditions.
An engine running on methane or propane runs hotter and the oil oxidises faster. Cars that mostly run on gas should have the oil changed at the severe-conditions interval in the table, or even sooner.
Even if the car is driven little, change the oil at least once a year: oil loses its properties over time even when unused.
Frequently asked questions
How many litres of oil does the Daewoo Matiz engine take?
The Daewoo Matiz 0.8 (F8CV) engine takes 3 L of oil with a new oil filter. Recommended viscosity: 10W-40 / 5W-30.
What oil is best for the Daewoo Matiz?
0.8 (F8CV): 10W-40, 5W-30, approval: API SL.
How often should the oil be changed in the Daewoo Matiz?
0.8 (F8CV): every 10,000 km per the manufacturer, every 6,000 km in Uzbek conditions.