GMC Sierra 1500 Oil Type & Capacity
The GMC Sierra 1500 takes 0W-20 or 0W-30 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 6-8 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2014-2018 models use 0W-20 (8 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2019-2026 | 0W-20 / 0W-30 / 5W-30 | 6-8 qt |
| 2014-2018 | 0W-20 | 8 qt |
| 1999-2013 | 5W-30 | 4.5-6 qt |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources.
Every Sierra 1500 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a GMC Sierra 1500 take?
The GMC Sierra 1500 takes 0W-20 or 0W-30 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 6-8 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2014-2018 models use 0W-20 (8 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a GMC Sierra 1500 take?
About 6-8 qt with a filter change on 2019-2026 models, and 8 qt on 2014-2018 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 GMC Sierra 1500?
Yes. We record 3 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2019-2026: 0W-20/0W-30/5W-30; 2014-2018: 0W-20; 1999-2013: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.