2021 Volkswagen Atlas Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0L takes 0W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the 3.6L takes 0W-30 (5.8 quarts qt with filter); the S, AWD takes 0W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the S, FWD takes 0W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE R-Line, AWD takes 0W-30 (5.8 quarts qt with filter); the SE R-Line, FWD takes 0W-30 (5.8 quarts qt with filter); the SEL Premium R-Line takes 0W-30 (5.8 quarts qt with filter); the SEL R-Line, AWD takes 0W-30 (5.8 quarts qt with filter); the SEL R-Line, FWD takes 0W-30 (5.8 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.0L: 0W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 0W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 0W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 0W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 0W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 0W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
- S, AWD: 0W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- S, FWD: 0W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SE R-Line, AWD: 0W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
- SE R-Line, FWD: 0W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
- SEL Premium R-Line: 0W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
- SEL R-Line, AWD: 0W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
- SEL R-Line, FWD: 0W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L — SEL, 2.0L Eng VIN P, 2.0L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| 2.0L — SEL Premium, 2.0L Eng VIN P, 2.0L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| 2.0L — SE, 2.0L Eng VIN P, FWD, 2.0L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| 2.0L — SE, 2.0L Eng VIN P, AWD, 2.0L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| 3.6L — SEL, 3.6L Eng VIN R, FWD, 3.6L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| 3.6L — SEL, 3.6L Eng VIN R, AWD, 3.6L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| 3.6L — SEL Premium, 3.6L Eng VIN R, 3.6L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| 3.6L — SE, 3.6L Eng VIN R, AWD, 3.6L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| 3.6L — SE, 3.6L Eng VIN R, FWD, 3.6L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| S, AWD — 2.0L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| S, FWD — 2.0L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| SE R-Line, AWD — 3.6L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| SE R-Line, FWD — 3.6L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| SEL Premium R-Line — 3.6L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| SEL R-Line, AWD — 3.6L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| SEL R-Line, FWD — 3.6L Eng | VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
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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 2021 Volkswagen Atlas take?
It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 0W-30; 3.6L uses 0W-30; S, AWD uses 0W-30; S, FWD uses 0W-30; SE R-Line, AWD uses 0W-30; SE R-Line, FWD uses 0W-30; SEL Premium R-Line uses 0W-30; SEL R-Line, AWD uses 0W-30; SEL R-Line, FWD uses 0W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 5.8 quarts with filter; S, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; S, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SE R-Line, AWD holds 5.8 quarts with filter; SE R-Line, FWD holds 5.8 quarts with filter; SEL Premium R-Line holds 5.8 quarts with filter; SEL R-Line, AWD holds 5.8 quarts with filter; SEL R-Line, FWD holds 5.8 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2021 Volkswagen Atlas?
Most 2021 Volkswagen Atlas 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 — Volkswagen recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Volkswagen Atlas?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.