2020 Ford Explorer Oil Change

The typical oil change price range is $79–$129 at Larry H. Miller Ford Lincoln Draper with up-front pricing.

Pricing reflects OEM-spec oil and filter options for the 2020 Ford Explorer and can vary with synthetic vs. conventional choices. We provide clear estimates before work begins so Draper drivers from Belleview or Steeplechase know the cost. For current service offers see our service specials.

• Price range: $79–$129 (dealer estimate)
• Includes OEM-spec oil and filter options
• Up-front estimate before any work

An oil change for the 2020 Ford Explorer typically takes about 45 minutes at our dealership.

That timeframe includes draining and refilling, replacing the OEM filter, a basic multi-point inspection, and top-offs. Times can shift slightly during peak Draper service periods like after weekends at Cowabunga Bay or during seasonal traffic around 11400 South and Bangerter Highway.

• Estimated service time: ~45 minutes
• Includes multi-point inspection and fluid top-offs
• Schedule to reduce wait: schedule service

Follow the OEM schedule—generally around 7,500 miles between oil services under normal driving conditions.

Severe-duty driving in Draper — frequent short trips, towing to nearby trailheads, or dusty canyon roads — shortens intervals. If you regularly tow or drive in stop-and-go Silicon Slopes traffic, consider more frequent oil checks and earlier service.

• Typical interval: ~7,500 miles (OEM guidance)
• Shorten interval for towing or dusty/stop-and-go driving
• Keep service records to support warranty and resale value

The 2020 Ford Explorer’s 3.3L V6 is typically serviced with full synthetic 5W-30 engine oil per OEM guidance.

Full synthetic helps with cold-start pumpability during Draper winters and maintains stability under towing loads up to the vehicle’s 5,000 lb capacity. Our technicians use OEM-approved brands and replace the filter with an approved Ford part to preserve engine longevity.

• Recommended oil: full synthetic 5W-30 (OEM-approved)
• Helps protect during cold starts and towing
• Dealer uses OEM-approved oil and filters

The 2020 Ford Explorer with the 3.3L V6 requires about 6.0 quarts of oil when changing the filter.

That capacity includes the volume for a fresh OEM filter. Our service technicians confirm level on the warm idle and adjust to the exact factory spec before returning the vehicle to you, which is important for accurate oil pressure and engine protection over time.

• Approximate capacity: 6.0 quarts (with filter)
• Technician checks and adjusts final level on warm idle
• Uses OEM filter to match capacity and flow characteristics

Dealer oil changes cost more on average but include OEM-spec oil/filter, a dealer multi-point inspection, and documented service records.

For Draper drivers, dealer service protects warranty documentation and ensures the exact fluids and filters used on your 2020 Ford Explorer. Quick-lube shops commonly offer lower cash prices for conventional oil but may not always use OEM parts or record service in the vehicle’s factory history.

• Dealer: OEM parts, documented service records
• Quick-lube: often lower price, faster turnaround
• Choose dealer for warranty records and OEM-spec work

Skipping required oil changes can jeopardize warranty claims; maintaining timely service records is essential to support warranty coverage.

Manufacturers expect routine maintenance per the owner’s schedule; if warranty work is needed, documented service history that shows OEM-spec oil and interval compliance helps protect your coverage. Certified dealer service provides clear records that many service departments or claim processors accept without question.

• Keep dated, itemized service records
• Dealer service creates OEM-compliant documentation
• Noncompliance can complicate warranty repairs

Full synthetic delivers better high- and low-temperature protection and longer interval stability compared with conventional or blend oils for the 2020 Ford Explorer.

Full synthetic is recommended for modern V6 engines to improve cold-start flow in Draper winters and resist breakdown during towing or highway commutes to Silicon Slopes. Conventional is less expensive but requires more frequent changes; blends are a middle ground in price and protection.

• Full synthetic: best thermal stability, longer intervals
• Synthetic blend: moderate protection and cost
• Conventional: lowest cost, more frequent changes needed

The 2020 Ford Explorer is a common sight around Draper neighborhoods like South Mountain, Suncrest, Belleview, and Steeplechase where drivers balance canyon trails and daily commutes to Salt Lake City or the Silicon Slopes. Local climate — cold winters with occasional heavy morning starts and dusty canyon roads — affects oil performance and can justify choosing full synthetic for better cold-start protection and deposit control. Our service advisors account for towing duty (the Explorer’s 5,000 lb towing capability) and stop-and-go driving when recommending service intervals.

To book an appointment that fits your schedule, schedule service online. We’re easy to reach from Lone Peak Parkway and 11400 South; bring your 2020 Ford Explorer in for an OEM-spec oil change and a documented multi-point inspection.

An oil change for the 2020 Ford Explorer includes a full drain and refill with OEM-approved oil and a new OEM filter, plus a visual multi-point inspection and routine fluid top-offs. Technicians verify the fill level on a warm engine and reset service indicators where applicable. We also check tire pressures and inspect belts, hoses, and visible components that commonly affect reliability in our local driving conditions.

Documentation of the work is provided for your records to support warranty and resale value. To view current offers, visit our service specials, or schedule service online.

The 2020 Ford Explorer with the 3.3L V6 calls for full synthetic 5W-30 engine oil and uses approximately 6.0 quarts with a filter change; using the correct viscosity and OEM-approved oil improves cold-start protection and sustained engine performance. The OEM-recommended interval is around 7,500 miles for normal driving; shorten that interval for frequent towing, dusty canyon routes, or heavy stop-and-go commutes typical of Draper rush hours.

Common oil-related service items include monitoring for oil consumption and ensuring proper filter replacement during service. Bring your 2020 Ford Explorer to Larry H. Miller Ford Lincoln Draper in Draper for an OEM-spec oil change — schedule service.