Chevrolet Sonic Oil Type & Capacity
The Chevrolet Sonic takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.2 qt with a filter change, on 2012-2026 models. That has been the factory spec across every year we cover.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2012-2026 | 5W-30 | 4.2 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 Sonic year
2026 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302025 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302024 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302023 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302022 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302021 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302020 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302019 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302018 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302017 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302016 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302015 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302014 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302013 Chevrolet Sonic5W-302012 Chevrolet Sonic5W-30
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Chevrolet Sonic take?
The Chevrolet Sonic takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.2 qt with a filter change, on 2012-2026 models. That has been the factory spec across every year we cover.
How many quarts of oil does a Chevrolet Sonic take?
About 4.2 qt with a filter change on 2012-2026 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 Sonic?
No - every year we cover uses 5W-30.