2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Oil Type & Capacity
The 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee oil type depends on the engine: the 3.0L takes 5W-40 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the 5.7L takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the Laredo, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Laredo, RWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the SRT takes 0W-40 (7.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 5.7L: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Laredo, AWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Laredo, RWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SRT: 0W-40, 7.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L — Limited, 3.0L Eng VIN M, AWD, Full Time T/Case Control, 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 8.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Limited, 3.0L Eng VIN M, AWD, Automatic T/Case Control, 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 8.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Limited, 3.0L Eng VIN M, RWD, 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 8.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Overland, 3.0L Eng VIN M, AWD, Automatic T/Case Control, 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 8.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Overland, 3.0L Eng VIN M, AWD, Full Time T/Case Control, 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 8.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Overland, 3.0L Eng VIN M, RWD, 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 8.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Summit, 3.0L Eng VIN M, AWD, Automatic T/Case Control, 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 8.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Summit, 3.0L Eng VIN M, AWD, Full Time T/Case Control, 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 8.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Summit, 3.0L Eng VIN M, RWD, 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil | 8.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.6L — Limited, 3.6L Eng VIN G, AWD, Automatic T/Case Control, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 3.6L — Limited, 3.6L Eng VIN G, AWD, Full Time T/Case Control, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 3.6L — Limited, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 3.6L — Overland, 3.6L Eng VIN G, AWD, Automatic T/Case Control, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 3.6L — Overland, 3.6L Eng VIN G, AWD, Full Time T/Case Control, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 3.6L — Overland, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 3.6L — Summit, 3.6L Eng VIN G, AWD, Automatic T/Case Control, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 3.6L — Summit, 3.6L Eng VIN G, AWD, Full Time T/Case Control, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 3.6L — Summit, 3.6L Eng VIN G, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 5.7L — Limited, 5.7L Eng VIN T, AWD, Automatic T/Case Control, 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Limited, 5.7L Eng VIN T, AWD, Full Time T/Case Control, 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Limited, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Overland, 5.7L Eng VIN T, AWD, Automatic T/Case Control, 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Overland, 5.7L Eng VIN T, AWD, Full Time T/Case Control, 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Overland, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Summit, 5.7L Eng VIN T, AWD, Automatic T/Case Control, 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Summit, 5.7L Eng VIN T, AWD, Full Time T/Case Control, 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 5.7L — Summit, 5.7L Eng VIN T, RWD, 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Laredo, AWD — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| Laredo, RWD — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| SRT — 6.4L Eng | API - SAE Full Synthetic 0W-40 Engine Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
12.0 quarts (11.35 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Includes: heater and coolant recovery tank filled to "max" level.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee take?
It depends on the engine: 3.0L uses 5W-40; 3.6L uses 5W-20; 5.7L uses 5W-20; Laredo, AWD uses 5W-20; Laredo, RWD uses 5W-20; SRT uses 0W-40.
What is the oil capacity of a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 3.0L holds 8.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 5.7L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Laredo, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Laredo, RWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SRT holds 7.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Most 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 — Jeep recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Yes. 5W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.