2018 Volkswagen Atlas Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Volkswagen Atlas oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0L takes 5W-40 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-40 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-40 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts with filter); the Launch Edition, AWD takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts with filter); the Launch Edition, FWD takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts with filter); the SEL Premium, AWD takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts with filter); the SEL Premium, FWD takes 5W-40 (5.8 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.0L: 5W-40, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-40, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-40, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
- Launch Edition, AWD: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
- Launch Edition, FWD: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
- SEL Premium, AWD: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
- SEL Premium, FWD: 5W-40, 5.8 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| Launch Edition, AWD — 3.6L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| Launch Edition, FWD — 3.6L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| SEL Premium, AWD — 3.6L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| SEL Premium, FWD — 3.6L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Atlas
2018 Volkswagen Atlas factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
21.1 quarts (19.96 L). Part No. G 013 A8J M1. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Volkswagen Atlas take?
It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 5W-40; 2.0L uses 5W-40; 2.0L uses 5W-40; 3.6L uses 5W-40; 3.6L uses 5W-40; 3.6L uses 5W-40; 3.6L uses 5W-40; 3.6L uses 5W-40; 3.6L uses 5W-40; Launch Edition, AWD uses 5W-40; Launch Edition, FWD uses 5W-40; SEL Premium, AWD uses 5W-40; SEL Premium, FWD uses 5W-40.
How much oil does a 2018 Volkswagen Atlas take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 5.8 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 5.8 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 5.8 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 5.8 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 5.8 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 5.8 quarts with filter; Launch Edition, AWD holds 5.8 quarts with filter; Launch Edition, FWD holds 5.8 quarts with filter; SEL Premium, AWD holds 5.8 quarts with filter; SEL Premium, FWD holds 5.8 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Volkswagen Atlas?
Yes. 5W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.