2008 Volkswagen Touareg Oil Type & Capacity
The 2008 Volkswagen Touareg oil type depends on the engine: the 3.6 E takes 5W-40 (6.7 quarts with filter); the 4.2 B, AXQ takes 5W-40 (9.0 quarts with filter); the 4.2 B, BAR takes 5W-40 (9.0 quarts with filter); the 5.0 T takes 5W-40 (14.3 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 3.6 E: 5W-40, 6.7 quarts with filter
- 4.2 B, AXQ: 5W-40, 9.0 quarts with filter
- 4.2 B, BAR: 5W-40, 9.0 quarts with filter
- 5.0 T: 5W-40, 14.3 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 E — 3.6L Eng | SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855). | 6.70 QTS. | — | Use only a high-quality engine oil that expressly complies with the Volkswagen oil quality standard specified for your vehicle's engine. Using any other oil can cause serious engine damage that will not be covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. DO NOT mix any lubricants or other additives into the engine oil. Doing so can cause engine damage. Damage caused by these kinds of additives are not covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. Quantities are approximate. DO NOT overfill. |
| 4.2 B, AXQ — 4.2L Eng | SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855). | 9.00 QTS. | — | Use only a high-quality engine oil that expressly complies with the Volkswagen oil quality standard specified for your vehicle's engine. Using any other oil can cause serious engine damage that will not be covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. DO NOT mix any lubricants or other additives into the engine oil. Doing so can cause engine damage. Damage caused by these kinds of additives are not covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. Quantities are approximate. DO NOT overfill. |
| 4.2 B, BAR — 4.2L Eng | SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855). | 9.00 QTS. | — | Use only a high-quality engine oil that expressly complies with the Volkswagen oil quality standard specified for your vehicle's engine. Using any other oil can cause serious engine damage that will not be covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. DO NOT mix any lubricants or other additives into the engine oil. Doing so can cause engine damage. Damage caused by these kinds of additives are not covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. Quantities are approximate. DO NOT overfill. |
| 5.0 T — 5.0L Eng | SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 504 00 or VW 507 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855). | 14.30 QTS. | — | Use only a high-quality engine oil that expressly complies with the Volkswagen oil quality standard specified for your vehicle's engine. Using any other oil can cause serious engine damage that will not be covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. DO NOT mix any lubricants or other additives into the engine oil. Doing so can cause engine damage. Damage caused by these kinds of additives are not covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. Quantities are approximate. DO NOT overfill. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Touareg
2008 Volkswagen Touareg factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
18.0 quarts (17.03 L) — Phosphate-free Coolant G 012 A8F A4
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2008 Volkswagen Touareg take?
It depends on the engine: 3.6 E uses 5W-40; 4.2 B, AXQ uses 5W-40; 4.2 B, BAR uses 5W-40; 5.0 T uses 5W-40.
How much oil does a 2008 Volkswagen Touareg take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 3.6 E holds 6.7 quarts with filter; 4.2 B, AXQ holds 9.0 quarts with filter; 4.2 B, BAR holds 9.0 quarts with filter; 5.0 T holds 14.3 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2008 Volkswagen Touareg?
Yes. 5W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.