2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Oil Type & Capacity
The 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen oil type depends on the engine: the 1.4L takes 0W-20 (4.2 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 0W-20 (4.2 quarts with filter); the 1.8L takes 5W-40 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 1.8L takes 5W-40 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 1.8L takes 5W-40 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 1.8L takes 5W-40 (6.0 quarts with filter); the SE takes 0W-20 (4.2 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 1.4L: 0W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 0W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-40, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-40, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-40, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 1.8L: 5W-40, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SE: 0W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4L — 1.4L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 0W-20 Long Life IV. VW 508 00 | 4.20 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| 1.4L — 1.4L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 0W-20 Long Life IV. VW 508 00 | 4.20 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| 1.8L — 1.8L 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. |
| 1.8L — 1.8L 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. |
| 1.8L — 1.8L 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. |
| 1.8L — 1.8L 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. |
| SE — 1.4L Eng | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 0W-20 Long Life IV. VW 508 00 | 4.20 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 Golf SportWagen
2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.6 quarts (10.03 L). Part No. G 013 A8J M1. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen take?
It depends on the engine: 1.4L uses 0W-20; 1.4L uses 0W-20; 1.8L uses 5W-40; 1.8L uses 5W-40; 1.8L uses 5W-40; 1.8L uses 5W-40; SE uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 1.4L holds 4.2 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.2 quarts with filter; 1.8L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 1.8L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 1.8L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 1.8L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SE holds 4.2 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.