2001 GMC Sierra 1500 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 uses 5W-30 oil, with a capacity of about 4.5-6 quarts depending on the engine.
Key takeaways
- Oil: 5W-30, about 6 quarts with a filter change.
- Grade and capacity vary by engine - match your exact engine.
- Change the oil filter every time you change the oil.
Oil viscosity5W-30
| Engine | Viscosity | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 4.3L V6 | 5W-30 | 4.5 qt / 4.3 L |
| 4.8L V8 | 5W-30 | 6 qt / 5.7 L |
| 5.3L V8 | 5W-30 | 6 qt / 5.7 L |
| 6.0L V8 | 5W-30 | 6 qt / 5.7 L |
Capacities are with an oil-filter change. Confirm on the dipstick after refilling.
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Reviewed by the GarageDex editorial team against manufacturer and retailer fitment data.
This vehicle was offered with 4 engines and the oil capacity differs between them - check the table below for your engine before buying. Capacities shown include the oil filter. Always confirm against your dipstick after refilling.
Oil & filter for the 2001 GMC Sierra 1500
You need 5W-30 oil (6 quarts with a filter change). Buy the oil and a filter together; a DIY oil change takes about 30 minutes, or any shop can do it.
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Shop 5W-30 oil + filterFrequently asked
How much oil does a 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 take?
It depends on the engine: 4.3L V6 takes 4.5 qt; 4.8L V8 takes 6 qt; 5.3L V8 takes 6 qt; 6.0L V8 takes 6 qt.
What kind of oil does a 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 use?
5W-30 full-synthetic motor oil.
See where this sits in our study of the most common engine oil viscosities in the US.