GMC Acadia Oil Type & Capacity
The GMC Acadia takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 5-6 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2014-2015 models use 5W-30 (6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-2026 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 5-6 qt |
| 2014-2015 | 5W-30 | 6 qt |
| 2013 | 5W-30 | 6.3 qt |
| 2007-2012 | 5W-30 | 5.5 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 Acadia year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a GMC Acadia take?
The GMC Acadia takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 5-6 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2014-2015 models use 5W-30 (6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a GMC Acadia take?
About 5-6 qt with a filter change on 2016-2026 models, and 6 qt on 2014-2015 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 GMC Acadia?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2016-2026: 0W-20/5W-30; 2014-2015: 5W-30; 2013: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.