Chevrolet Cruze Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Chevrolet Cruze takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.2-5.3 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2019 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2017 models use 5W-30 (4.2-5.3 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-2019 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.2-5.3 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2017 | 5W-30 | 4.2-5.3 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2016 | 5W-30 | 4.2 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2014-2015 | 5W-30 | 4.2-4.8 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2013 | 5W-30 | 4.2 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2011-2012 | 5W-30 | 4.2-4.8 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every Cruze year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Chevrolet Cruze take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Chevrolet Cruze takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.2-5.3 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2019 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2017 models use 5W-30 (4.2-5.3 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Chevrolet Cruze take?
About 4.2-5.3 qt with a filter change on 2018-2019 models, and 4.2-5.3 qt on 2017 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Chevrolet Cruze?
Yes. We record 6 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2019: 0W-20/5W-30; 2017: 5W-30; 2016: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 9 of 9 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Chevrolet Cruze, CarSpecFinder - Chevrolet Cruze oil and CarSpecFinder - Chevrolet Cruze oil. Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.