2013 Buick Regal Oil Type & Capacity
The 2013 Buick Regal oil type depends on the engine: the GS, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (6.3 quarts with filter); the GS, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (6.3 quarts with filter); the Hybrid takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Premium takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Turbo Premium, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (6.3 quarts with filter); the Turbo Premium, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (6.3 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- GS, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 6.3 quarts with filter
- GS, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 6.3 quarts with filter
- Hybrid: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Premium: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Turbo Premium, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 6.3 quarts with filter
- Turbo Premium, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 6.3 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.30 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| GS, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.30 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Hybrid — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Hybrid Premium — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Turbo Premium, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.30 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Turbo Premium, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.30 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Regal
2013 Buick Regal factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.2 quarts (7.76 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and deionized water. Vehicles with eAssist use: 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and deionized. Vehicles without eAssist use: 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2013 Buick Regal take?
It depends on the engine: GS, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; GS, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; Hybrid uses 5W-30; Hybrid Premium uses 5W-30; Turbo Premium, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; Turbo Premium, Standard Trans uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2013 Buick Regal take?
Capacity depends on the engine: GS, Automatic Trans holds 6.3 quarts with filter; GS, Standard Trans holds 6.3 quarts with filter; Hybrid holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid Premium holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Turbo Premium, Automatic Trans holds 6.3 quarts with filter; Turbo Premium, Standard Trans holds 6.3 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2013 Buick Regal?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Buick Regal. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.