2018 Chevrolet Sonic Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic oil type depends on the engine: the 1.4L takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts qt with filter); the 1.8L takes 5W-30 (4.76 quarts qt with filter); the Premier, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts qt with filter); the Premier, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts qt with filter); the Premier, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts qt with filter); the Premier, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-30, 4.76 quarts with filter
- Premier, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Premier, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Premier, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Premier, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4L — LT, 4D Hatchback, 1.4L Eng VIN B, Automatic Trans, 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.4L — LT, 4D Hatchback, 1.4L Eng VIN B, Standard Trans, 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.4L — LT, 4D Sedan, 1.4L Eng VIN B, Standard Trans, 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.4L — LT, 4D Sedan, 1.4L Eng VIN B, Automatic Trans, 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.8L — LS, 1.8L Eng VIN G, Automatic Trans, 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.76 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.8L — LS, 1.8L Eng VIN G, Standard Trans, 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.76 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.8L — LS, 1.8L Eng VIN H, Automatic Trans, 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.76 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.8L — LS, 1.8L Eng VIN H, Standard Trans, 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.76 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.8L — LT, 4D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN G, Automatic Trans, 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.76 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.8L — LT, 4D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN G, Standard Trans, 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.76 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.8L — LT, 4D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN H, Automatic Trans, 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.76 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.8L — LT, 4D Hatchback, 1.8L Eng VIN H, Standard Trans, 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.76 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.8L — LT, 4D Sedan, 1.8L Eng VIN G, 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.76 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| 1.8L — LT, 4D Sedan, 1.8L Eng VIN H, 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.76 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| Premier, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans — 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| Premier, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans — 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| Premier, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans — 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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. |
| Premier, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans — 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. 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
6.9 quarts (6.52 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water. After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Chevrolet Sonic take?
It depends on the engine: 1.4L uses 5W-30; 1.8L uses 5W-30; Premier, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; Premier, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; Premier, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; Premier, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2018 Chevrolet Sonic?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 1.4L holds 4.25 quarts with filter; 1.8L holds 4.76 quarts with filter; Premier, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Premier, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Premier, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Premier, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans holds 4.25 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2018 Chevrolet Sonic?
Most 2018 Chevrolet Sonic 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 — Chevrolet recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Chevrolet Sonic?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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