Volkswagen Atlas Oil Type & Capacity
The Volkswagen Atlas takes 5W-40 engine oil, about 5.8-6 qt with a filter change, on 2017-2026 models. That has been the factory spec across every year we cover.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2017-2026 | 5W-40 | 5.8-6 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 Atlas year
2026 Volkswagen Atlas5W-402025 Volkswagen Atlas5W-402024 Volkswagen Atlas5W-402023 Volkswagen Atlas5W-402022 Volkswagen Atlas5W-402021 Volkswagen Atlas5W-402020 Volkswagen Atlas5W-402019 Volkswagen Atlas5W-402018 Volkswagen Atlas5W-402017 Volkswagen Atlas5W-40
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Volkswagen Atlas take?
The Volkswagen Atlas takes 5W-40 engine oil, about 5.8-6 qt with a filter change, on 2017-2026 models. That has been the factory spec across every year we cover.
How many quarts of oil does a Volkswagen Atlas take?
About 5.8-6 qt with a filter change on 2017-2026 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 Volkswagen Atlas?
No - every year we cover uses 5W-40.