2007 Pontiac G6 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2007 Pontiac G6 oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 2.4 B takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.5 N takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 2D Convertible, 3.5 N takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 2D Convertible, 3.9 1 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 2D Coupe, 3.5 N takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 2D Coupe, 3.9 1, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 2D Coupe, 3.9 1, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 4D Sedan, 3.5 N takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 4D Sedan, 3.9 1, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 4D Sedan, 3.9 1, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the GTP, 2D Coupe takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts with filter); the GTP, 4D Sedan takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 2.4 B: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.5 N: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Convertible, 3.5 N: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Convertible, 3.9 1: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Coupe, 3.5 N: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Coupe, 3.9 1, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Coupe, 3.9 1, Standard: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 4D Sedan, 3.5 N: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 4D Sedan, 3.9 1, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 4D Sedan, 3.9 1, Standard: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- GTP, 2D Coupe: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- GTP, 4D Sedan: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2.4 B — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Base, 3.5 N — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| GT, 2D Convertible, 3.5 N — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| GT, 2D Convertible, 3.9 1 — 3.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| GT, 2D Coupe, 3.5 N — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| GT, 2D Coupe, 3.9 1, Automatic — 3.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| GT, 2D Coupe, 3.9 1, Standard — 3.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| GT, 4D Sedan, 3.5 N — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| GT, 4D Sedan, 3.9 1, Automatic — 3.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| GT, 4D Sedan, 3.9 1, Standard — 3.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| GTP, 2D Coupe — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | 5.20 QTS. | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| GTP, 4D Sedan — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | 5.20 QTS. | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
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More specs & repair guides for your G6
2007 Pontiac G6 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.3 quarts (6.9 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2007 Pontiac G6 take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 2.4 B uses 5W-30; Base, 3.5 N uses 5W-30; GT, 2D Convertible, 3.5 N uses 5W-30; GT, 2D Convertible, 3.9 1 uses 5W-30; GT, 2D Coupe, 3.5 N uses 5W-30; GT, 2D Coupe, 3.9 1, Automatic uses 5W-30; GT, 2D Coupe, 3.9 1, Standard uses 5W-30; GT, 4D Sedan, 3.5 N uses 5W-30; GT, 4D Sedan, 3.9 1, Automatic uses 5W-30; GT, 4D Sedan, 3.9 1, Standard uses 5W-30; GTP, 2D Coupe uses 5W-30; GTP, 4D Sedan uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2007 Pontiac G6 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, 2.4 B holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, 3.5 N holds 4.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Convertible, 3.5 N holds 4.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Convertible, 3.9 1 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Coupe, 3.5 N holds 4.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Coupe, 3.9 1, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Coupe, 3.9 1, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter; GT, 4D Sedan, 3.5 N holds 4.0 quarts with filter; GT, 4D Sedan, 3.9 1, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; GT, 4D Sedan, 3.9 1, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter; GTP, 2D Coupe holds 5.5 quarts with filter; GTP, 4D Sedan holds 5.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2007 Pontiac G6?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2007 Pontiac G6. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.