Chevrolet Malibu Oil Type & Capacity
The Chevrolet Malibu takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.2 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2011-2015 models use 5W-40 (4.8-6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-2026 | 0W-20 | 4.2 qt |
| 2011-2015 | 5W-40 | 4.8-6 qt |
| 2009-2010 | 5W-30 | 4-5.5 qt |
| 2006-2008 | 5W-30 | 4-5 qt |
| 2005 | 5W-30 | 5 qt |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources.
Every Malibu year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Chevrolet Malibu take?
The Chevrolet Malibu takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.2 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2011-2015 models use 5W-40 (4.8-6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Chevrolet Malibu take?
About 4.2 qt with a filter change on 2016-2026 models, and 4.8-6 qt on 2011-2015 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Chevrolet Malibu?
Yes. We record 5 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2016-2026: 0W-20; 2011-2015: 5W-40; 2009-2010: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.