2000 GMC Yukon XL Oil Type & Capacity
The 2000 GMC Yukon XL takes 5W-30 motor oil — 6.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1500 — 5.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | When the temperature is consistently above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 10W-30 can be used. SAE 20W-50 or oils of other viscosity rating or quality designations are NOT recommended for use in any truck at any time. |
| C2500 — 6.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | When the temperature is consistently above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 10W-30 can be used. SAE 20W-50 or oils of other viscosity rating or quality designations are NOT recommended for use in any truck at any time. |
| K1500 — 5.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | When the temperature is consistently above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 10W-30 can be used. SAE 20W-50 or oils of other viscosity rating or quality designations are NOT recommended for use in any truck at any time. |
| K2500 — 6.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | When the temperature is consistently above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 10W-30 can be used. SAE 20W-50 or oils of other viscosity rating or quality designations are NOT recommended for use in any truck at any time. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Yukon XL
2000 GMC Yukon XL factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
13.4 quarts (12.68 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2000 GMC Yukon XL take?
The 2000 GMC Yukon XL takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2000 GMC Yukon XL take?
The 2000 GMC Yukon XL holds 6.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2000 GMC Yukon XL?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2000 GMC Yukon XL. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.