Volkswagen Tiguan Oil Type & Capacity
The Volkswagen Tiguan takes 0W-20 or 0W-40 engine oil, about 4.2-6 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2007-2018 models use 0W-40 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (4.2-5 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2019-2026 | 0W-20 / 0W-40 | 4.2-6 qt |
| 2007-2018 | 0W-40 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 4.2-5 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 Tiguan year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Volkswagen Tiguan take?
The Volkswagen Tiguan takes 0W-20 or 0W-40 engine oil, about 4.2-6 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2007-2018 models use 0W-40 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (4.2-5 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Volkswagen Tiguan take?
About 4.2-6 qt with a filter change on 2019-2026 models, and 4.2-5 qt on 2007-2018 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 Tiguan?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2019-2026: 0W-20/0W-40; 2007-2018: 0W-40/5W-30/5W-40. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.