2009 Volkswagen CC Oil Type & Capacity
The 2009 Volkswagen CC oil type depends on the engine: the Luxury takes 5W-40 (4.9 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, Automatic takes 5W-40 (4.9 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, Standard takes 5W-40 (4.9 quarts qt with filter); the VR6 4Motion takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts qt with filter); the VR6 Sport takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Luxury: 5W-40, 4.9 quarts with filter
- Sport, Automatic: 5W-40, 4.9 quarts with filter
- Sport, Standard: 5W-40, 4.9 quarts with filter
- VR6 4Motion: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
- VR6 Sport: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury — 2.0L 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). | 4.90 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. |
| Sport, Automatic — 2.0L 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). | 4.90 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. |
| Sport, Standard — 2.0L 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). | 4.90 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. |
| VR6 4Motion — 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). | 5.80 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. |
| VR6 Sport — 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). | 5.80 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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Coolant capacity
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2009 Volkswagen CC take?
It depends on the engine: Luxury uses 5W-40; Sport, Automatic uses 5W-40; Sport, Standard uses 5W-40; VR6 4Motion uses 5W-40; VR6 Sport uses 5W-40.
What is the oil capacity of a 2009 Volkswagen CC?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Luxury holds 4.9 quarts with filter; Sport, Automatic holds 4.9 quarts with filter; Sport, Standard holds 4.9 quarts with filter; VR6 4Motion holds 5.8 quarts with filter; VR6 Sport holds 5.8 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2009 Volkswagen CC?
Most 2009 Volkswagen CC owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Volkswagen recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2009 Volkswagen CC?
Yes. 5W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Volkswagen CC. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.