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2020 GMC Canyon Oil Type & Capacity

The 2020 GMC Canyon oil type depends on the engine: the 2.5L takes 0W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 2.8L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the All Terrain, 4D Pickup Extra Cab takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the SL takes 0W-20 (5.0 quarts qt 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
2.5L — Base, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.5L Eng VIN A, 4WD, 2.5L EngAPI - SAE 0W-205.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil.
2.5L — SLE, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 2.5L Eng VIN A, 2.5L EngAPI - SAE 0W-205.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil.
2.5L — Base, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 2.5L Eng VIN A, 2.5L EngAPI - SAE 0W-205.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil.
2.5L — Base, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.5L Eng VIN A, RWD, 2.5L EngAPI - SAE 0W-205.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil.
2.5L — SLE, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.5L Eng VIN A, RWD, 2.5L EngAPI - SAE 0W-205.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil.
2.5L — SLE, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.5L Eng VIN A, 4WD, 2.5L EngAPI - SAE 0W-205.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil.
2.8L — All Terrain, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 2.8L Eng VIN 1, 2.8L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—Use engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos2 specification are marked with the dexos2 approved logo. In the event that dexos2-approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine oil that meets ACEA C3 of the appropriate viscosity grade.
2.8L — Denali, 2.8L Eng VIN 1, 4WD, 2.8L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—Use engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos2 specification are marked with the dexos2 approved logo. In the event that dexos2-approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine oil that meets ACEA C3 of the appropriate viscosity grade.
2.8L — Denali, 2.8L Eng VIN 1, RWD, 2.8L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—Use engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos2 specification are marked with the dexos2 approved logo. In the event that dexos2-approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine oil that meets ACEA C3 of the appropriate viscosity grade.
2.8L — SLE, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 2.8L Eng VIN 1, 4WD, 2.8L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—Use engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos2 specification are marked with the dexos2 approved logo. In the event that dexos2-approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine oil that meets ACEA C3 of the appropriate viscosity grade.
2.8L — SLE, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 2.8L Eng VIN 1, RWD, 2.8L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—Use engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos2 specification are marked with the dexos2 approved logo. In the event that dexos2-approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine oil that meets ACEA C3 of the appropriate viscosity grade.
2.8L — SLT, 2.8L Eng VIN 1, RWD, 2.8L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—Use engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos2 specification are marked with the dexos2 approved logo. In the event that dexos2-approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine oil that meets ACEA C3 of the appropriate viscosity grade.
2.8L — SLT, 2.8L Eng VIN 1, 4WD, 2.8L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—Use engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos2 specification are marked with the dexos2 approved logo. In the event that dexos2-approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine oil that meets ACEA C3 of the appropriate viscosity grade.
3.6L — Base, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN N, 4WD, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 — All Terrain, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN N, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 — Base, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN N, RWD, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 — Base, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN N, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 — Denali, 3.6L Eng VIN N, RWD, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 — SLE, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN N, 4WD, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 — SLT, 3.6L Eng VIN N, 4WD, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 — SLE, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN N, RWD, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 — SLE, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN N, 4WD, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 — SLT, 3.6L Eng VIN N, RWD, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 — Denali, 3.6L Eng VIN N, 4WD, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 — SLE, 4D Pickup Crew Cab, 3.6L Eng VIN N, RWD, 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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.
All Terrain, 4D Pickup Extra Cab — 3.6L EngAPI - SAE 5W-306.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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.
SL — 2.5L EngAPI - SAE 0W-205.00 QTS.—ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil.
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Coolant capacity

9.6 quarts (9.08 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2020 GMC Canyon take?

It depends on the engine: 2.5L uses 0W-20; 2.8L uses 5W-30; 3.6L uses 5W-30; All Terrain, 4D Pickup Extra Cab uses 5W-30; SL uses 0W-20.

What is the oil capacity of a 2020 GMC Canyon?

Oil capacity depends on the engine: 2.5L holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 2.8L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; All Terrain, 4D Pickup Extra Cab holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SL holds 5.0 quarts with filter.

How often should I change the oil in my 2020 GMC Canyon?

Most 2020 GMC Canyon 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 — GMC recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2020 GMC Canyon?

Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2020 GMC Canyon. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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