Volkswagen Jetta Oil Type & Capacity
The Volkswagen Jetta takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.2-6 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2014-2017 models use 0W-40 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (3.8-5.8 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-2026 | 0W-20 | 4.2-6 qt |
| 2014-2017 | 0W-40 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 3.8-5.8 qt |
| 2010-2013 | 0W-40 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 3.8-5.8 qt |
| 2005-2009 | 0W-40 / 10W-60 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 3.7-4.8 qt |
| 1999-2004 | 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 4.2-5.8 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 Jetta year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Volkswagen Jetta take?
The Volkswagen Jetta takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.2-6 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2014-2017 models use 0W-40 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (3.8-5.8 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Volkswagen Jetta take?
About 4.2-6 qt with a filter change on 2018-2026 models, and 3.8-5.8 qt on 2014-2017 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 Jetta?
Yes. We record 5 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2026: 0W-20; 2014-2017: 0W-40/5W-30/5W-40; 2010-2013: 0W-40/5W-30/5W-40. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.