2012 Volkswagen Jetta Oil Type & Capacity

The 2012 Volkswagen Jetta oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0L takes 5W-40 (4.9 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-40 (4.9 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-40 (4.9 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-40 (4.9 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-40 (4.9 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-40 (4.9 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-40 (6.3 quarts with filter); the S, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans takes 5W-40 (4.8 quarts with filter); the S, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans takes 5W-40 (4.8 quarts with filter); the TDI, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the TDI, 4D Wagon, Automatic DCT Trans takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the TDI, 4D Wagon, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

It depends on the engine:

2.0L: 5W-40, 4.9 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-40, 4.9 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-40, 4.9 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-40, 4.9 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-40, 4.9 quarts with filter
2.0L: 5W-40, 4.9 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
2.5L: 5W-40, 6.3 quarts with filter
S, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans: 5W-40, 4.8 quarts with filter
S, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans: 5W-40, 4.8 quarts with filter
TDI, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
TDI, 4D Wagon, Automatic DCT Trans: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
TDI, 4D Wagon, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

Engine	Oil Type (viscosity)	Capacity w/ Filter	Capacity w/o Filter	Notes
2.0L — 2.0L Eng,Gas,Eng CD CCTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 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.
2.0L — 2.0L Eng,Gas,Eng CD CCTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 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.
2.0L — 2.0L Eng,Gas,Eng CD CCTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 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.
2.0L — 2.0L Eng,Gas,Eng CD CCTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 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.
2.0L — 2.0L Eng,Gas,Eng CD CBFA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 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.
2.0L — 2.0L Eng,Gas,Eng CD CBFA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBUA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBUA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBUA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBUA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBUA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBUA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBUA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBUA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
2.5L — 2.5L Eng,Eng CD CBTA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	6.30 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.
S, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng,Gas,Eng CD CBPA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	4.80 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.
S, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng,Gas,Eng CD CBPA	SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	4.80 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.
TDI, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans — 2.0L Eng,Diesel	SAE 5W-30 Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 507 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	4.50 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.
TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng,Diesel	SAE 5W-30 Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 507 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	4.50 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.
TDI, 4D Wagon, Automatic DCT Trans — 2.0L Eng,Diesel	SAE 5W-30 Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 507 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	4.50 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.
TDI, 4D Wagon, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng,Diesel	SAE 5W-30 Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 507 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855).	4.50 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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2012 Volkswagen Jetta factory service manual All fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

Coolant capacity

9.5 quarts (8.99 L) — G 012 A8G or G 012 A8F

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta take?

It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 5W-40; 2.0L uses 5W-40; 2.0L uses 5W-40; 2.0L uses 5W-40; 2.0L uses 5W-40; 2.0L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; 2.5L uses 5W-40; S, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans uses 5W-40; S, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans uses 5W-40; TDI, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans uses 5W-30; TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; TDI, 4D Wagon, Automatic DCT Trans uses 5W-30; TDI, 4D Wagon, Standard Trans uses 5W-30.

How much oil does a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta take?

Capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 4.9 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.9 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.9 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.9 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.9 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 4.9 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; S, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans holds 4.8 quarts with filter; S, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans holds 4.8 quarts with filter; TDI, 4D Sedan, Automatic DCT Trans holds 4.5 quarts with filter; TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans holds 4.5 quarts with filter; TDI, 4D Wagon, Automatic DCT Trans holds 4.5 quarts with filter; TDI, 4D Wagon, Standard Trans holds 4.5 quarts with filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2012 Volkswagen Jetta?

Yes. 5W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.