2025 Volkswagen Atlas Oil Type & Capacity
The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas takes 0W-20 motor oil — 6.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-20 — 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Edition SE | VW 508 00 SAE 0W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| SE, AWD | VW 508 00 SAE 0W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| SE, FWD | VW 508 00 SAE 0W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| SEL | VW 508 00 SAE 0W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
| SEL Premium R-Line | VW 508 00 SAE 0W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Approximate capacity. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Atlas
2025 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 2025 Volkswagen Atlas take?
The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas takes 0W-20 motor oil (VW 508 00 SAE 0W-20), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2025 Volkswagen Atlas take?
The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas holds 6.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2025 Volkswagen Atlas?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.