2019 Chevrolet Traverse Oil Type & Capacity

The 2019 Chevrolet Traverse oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the High Country, 4WD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the High Country, FWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the LS, 4WD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the LS, FWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the LT, 4WD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the LT, FWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Premier, 4WD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Premier, FWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

It depends on the engine:

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
2.0L — 2.0L EngAPI - SAE 5W-305.00 QTS.Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic 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.
3.6L — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.ACDelco dexos1 gen 3 full synthetic engine oil. 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.
3.6L — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.ACDelco dexos1 gen 3 full synthetic engine oil. 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.
High Country, 4WD — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.ACDelco dexos1 gen 3 full synthetic engine oil. 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.
High Country, FWD — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.ACDelco dexos1 gen 3 full synthetic engine oil. 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.
L — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.ACDelco dexos1 gen 3 full synthetic engine oil. 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.
LS, 4WD — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.ACDelco dexos1 gen 3 full synthetic engine oil. 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.
LS, FWD — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.ACDelco dexos1 gen 3 full synthetic engine oil. 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.
LT, 4WD — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.ACDelco dexos1 gen 3 full synthetic engine oil. 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.
LT, FWD — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.ACDelco dexos1 gen 3 full synthetic engine oil. 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.
Premier, 4WD — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.ACDelco dexos1 gen 3 full synthetic engine oil. 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.
Premier, FWD — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.ACDelco dexos1 gen 3 full synthetic engine oil. 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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More specs & repair guides for your Traverse

2019 Chevrolet Traverse factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

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Coolant capacity

11.7 quarts (11.07 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 2019 Chevrolet Traverse take?

It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 5W-30; 3.6L uses 5W-30; 3.6L uses 5W-30; High Country, 4WD uses 5W-30; High Country, FWD uses 5W-30; L uses 5W-30; LS, 4WD uses 5W-30; LS, FWD uses 5W-30; LT, 4WD uses 5W-30; LT, FWD uses 5W-30; Premier, 4WD uses 5W-30; Premier, FWD uses 5W-30.

How much oil does a 2019 Chevrolet Traverse take?

Capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; High Country, 4WD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; High Country, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; LS, 4WD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; LS, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; LT, 4WD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; LT, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Premier, 4WD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Premier, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2019 Chevrolet Traverse?

Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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