2018 Chevrolet Suburban Oil Type & Capacity

The 2018 Chevrolet Suburban takes 0W-20 motor oil — 8.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

0W-20 — 8.0 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

Engine	Oil Type (viscosity)	Capacity w/ Filter	Capacity w/o Filter	Notes
FL, 4WD, Gas	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
FL, 4WD, Gas/Ethanol	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
FL, RWD, Gas	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
FL, RWD, Gas/Ethanol	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
LS, 4WD, Gas	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
LS, 4WD, Gas/Ethanol	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
LS, RWD, Gas	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
LS, RWD, Gas/Ethanol	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
LT, 4WD, Gas	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
LT, 4WD, Gas/Ethanol	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
LT, RWD, Gas	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
LT, RWD, Gas/Ethanol	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Premier, 4WD, Gas	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Premier, 4WD, Gas/Ethanol	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Premier, RWD, Gas	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Premier, RWD, Gas/Ethanol	API - SAE 0W-20	8.00 QTS.	7.50 QTS.	Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.

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More specs & repair guides for your Suburban

2018 Chevrolet Suburban factory service manual All fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

Coolant capacity

17.8 quarts (16.84 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 2018 Chevrolet Suburban take?

The 2018 Chevrolet Suburban takes 0W-20 motor oil (API - SAE 0W-20), per the factory service manual.

How much oil does a 2018 Chevrolet Suburban take?

The 2018 Chevrolet Suburban holds 8.0 quarts with a filter change, or 7.5 quarts without changing the filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Chevrolet Suburban?

Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Chevrolet Suburban. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.