2016 Buick Verano Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Buick Verano oil type depends on the engine: the Base, Gas takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Convenience, Gas takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Convenience, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Leather, Gas takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Leather, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Premium, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Premium, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Sport Touring, Gas takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Sport Touring, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, Gas: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Convenience, Gas: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Convenience, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Leather, Gas: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Leather, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Premium, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Premium, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Sport Touring, Gas: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Sport Touring, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Gas — 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. |
| Base, Gas/Ethanol — 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. |
| Convenience, Gas — 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. |
| Convenience, Gas/Ethanol — 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. |
| Leather, Gas — 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. |
| Leather, Gas/Ethanol — 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. |
| Premium, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 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. |
| Premium, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 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. |
| Sport Touring, Gas — 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. |
| Sport Touring, Gas/Ethanol — 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. |
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Coolant capacity
8.03 quarts (7.59 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Buick Verano take?
It depends on the engine: Base, Gas uses 5W-30; Base, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-30; Convenience, Gas uses 5W-30; Convenience, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-30; Leather, Gas uses 5W-30; Leather, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-30; Premium, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; Premium, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; Sport Touring, Gas uses 5W-30; Sport Touring, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2016 Buick Verano?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, Gas holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, Gas/Ethanol holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Convenience, Gas holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Convenience, Gas/Ethanol holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Leather, Gas holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Leather, Gas/Ethanol holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Premium, Automatic Trans holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Premium, Standard Trans holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Sport Touring, Gas holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Sport Touring, Gas/Ethanol holds 5.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2016 Buick Verano?
Most 2016 Buick Verano 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 — Buick recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Buick Verano?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Buick Verano. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.