1995 Volkswagen GTI Oil Type & Capacity
The 1995 Volkswagen GTI takes 5W-30 motor oil — 5.3 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 5.3 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 D — 2.8L Eng | API - SF or SG, Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30 or 10W-40 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.8 E — 2.8L Eng | API - SF or SG, Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30 or 10W-40 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
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1995 Volkswagen GTI factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1995 Volkswagen GTI take?
The 1995 Volkswagen GTI takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SF or SG, Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30 or 10W-40 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1995 Volkswagen GTI take?
The 1995 Volkswagen GTI holds 5.3 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1995 Volkswagen GTI?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1995 Volkswagen GTI. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.