Volkswagen oil and fluids

What oil does a Volkswagen take?

The oil each Volkswagen engine takes and how many quarts an oil change with filter needs, for 34 engines — from Volkswagen's own US owner's manuals where they're published, each with its source. Look your car up by VIN for the exact engine, or find it in the list below.

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1.4 TSI hybrid (Jetta Hybrid, 2013-2015 schedule) · 2013–2015

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2013–2015 · Jetta Hybrid (CNLA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30".
Oil change with filter
4.2 quarts (4 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
MY2013 and MY2015 Jetta Hybrid charts.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Jetta Hybrid (2013-2015)

1.4 TSI hybrid (Jetta Hybrid, MY2016 schedule) · 2016–2016

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2016–2016 · Jetta Hybrid (CNLA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". (MY2016 Service Xpress agrees.)
Oil change with filter
4.2 quarts (4 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Jetta Hybrid (2016)

1.4T EA211 (2016-2018 schedule) · 2016–2018

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2016–2018 · Jetta 1.4L TSI 150 hp (CZTA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". (MY2017 chart; the MY2016 and MY2018 Service Xpress sheets say the same).
Oil change with filter
4.2 quarts (4 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
MY2017 Jetta chart.
Oil capacity
4.2 quarts (4 liters)(MY2016 and MY2018 Jetta)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Jetta 1.4T (2016-2021), Golf 1.4T (2018-2021), Golf SportWagen 1.4T (2018-2019)

1.4T EA211 (2019-2021 schedule) · 2019–2021

Engine oil
VW 508 00 · 0W-20(2019–2021 · Jetta 1.4L (DGXA, DJXA); Golf, Golf SportWagen, Alltrack 1.4L (DGXA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 508 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-20".
Oil capacity
4.2 quarts (4 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'. MY2019–2021 Jetta and Golf sheets.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Jetta 1.4T (2016-2021), Golf 1.4T (2018-2021), Golf SportWagen 1.4T (2018-2019)

1.5T EA211 evo (2022-2024 schedule) · 2022–2024

Engine oil
VW 508 00 · 0W-20(2022–2022 · Taos 1.5L Turbo (DNKA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 508 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-20".
Oil capacity
4.5 quarts (4.3 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'. 2022 Taos.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Jetta 1.5T (2022-), Taos (2022-)

1.8T EA888 Gen 3 (2014-2015 schedule) · 2014–2015

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2014–2015 · Jetta, Passat, Beetle (CPKA/CPRA); Golf (CXBA/CXBB, CNSA/CNSB, MY2015))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30".
Oil change with filter
5.7 quarts (5.5 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
MY2014 Jetta/Passat/Beetle and MY2015 Jetta/Passat/Beetle/Golf charts all print 5.5 L (5.7 qt) w/filter change.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Jetta 1.8T (2014-2018), Passat 1.8T (2014-2018), Beetle 1.8T (2014-2017), Golf 1.8T (2015-2017), Golf SportWagen 1.8T (2015-2019), Golf Alltrack (2017-2019)

1.8T EA888 Gen 3 (2017-2019 schedule) · 2017–2019

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2017–2018 · Jetta, Passat, Beetle (CPKA/CPRA); Golf, Golf SportWagen, Golf Alltrack (CXBA/CXBB))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". MY2018 Golf/Alltrack Service Xpress: the same.
Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40(2019–2019 · Golf SportWagen, Golf Alltrack (CXBA/CXBB))
Reported · desk researchSource
MY2019 Service Xpress: "VW 502 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40" (5W-30 no longer listed).
Oil change with filter
5.7 quarts (5.5 liters)(Jetta, Passat, Beetle, Golf (MY2017))
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil change with filter
6 quarts (5.7 liters)(Golf SportWagen, Golf Alltrack (MY2017))
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil capacity
6 quarts (5.7 liters)(Golf / SportWagen / Alltrack (MY2018–2019))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Jetta 1.8T (2014-2018), Passat 1.8T (2014-2018), Beetle 1.8T (2014-2017), Golf 1.8T (2015-2017), Golf SportWagen 1.8T (2015-2019), Golf Alltrack (2017-2019)

1.8T EA888 Gen 3 (MY2016 schedule) · 2016–2016

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2016–2016 · Jetta, Passat, Beetle (CPKA/CPRA); Golf, Golf SportWagen (CXBA/CXBB))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 502 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30".
Oil capacity
5.7 quarts (5.5 liters)(Jetta, Passat, Beetle)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
6 quarts (5.7 liters)(Golf, Golf SportWagen)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Jetta 1.8T (2014-2018), Passat 1.8T (2014-2018), Beetle 1.8T (2014-2017), Golf 1.8T (2015-2017), Golf SportWagen 1.8T (2015-2019), Golf Alltrack (2017-2019)

2.0 8V MPI (EA113, Jetta S) · 2012–2015

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2012–2015 · Jetta 2.0L MPI 115 hp (CBPA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". The MY2012–2015 Service Xpress sheets say the same.
Oil change with filter
3.9 quarts (3.7 liters)(MY2013–2014 charts)
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil change with filter
3.8 quarts (3.6 liters)(MY2015 chart (8/21/14))
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil capacity
3.8 quarts (3.6 liters)(MY2012 Service Xpress)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
3.9 quarts (3.7 liters)(MY2013–2014 Service Xpress)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
4.2 quarts (4 liters)(MY2015 Service Xpress (revised 6/19))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'. VW's revision note for this sheet reads 'Engine 2.0L CBPA: Changed Oil Capacity to 4.0L (4.2 qt)'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Jetta S / base Jetta 2.0 (2012-2015)

2.0 TDI (EA189 CJAA/CKRA 2012-2014; EA288 2015) · 2012–2015

Engine oil
VW 507 00 · 5W-30(2012–2015 · Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Golf, Beetle (CJAA; Beetle 2014 CVCA), Passat (CKRA); 2015 EA288 Jetta/Passat/Beetle (CVCA), Golf (CRUA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 507 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-30" (the Golf charts also list SAE 5W-40).
Oil change with filter
4.5 quarts (4.3 liters)(EA189 (CJAA/CKRA), MY2013–2014)
Reported · desk researchSource
Also printed for the MY2014 Beetle 2.0 TDI (CVCA) on its chart.
Oil change with filter
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(EA288 (CVCA/CRUA), MY2015 Jetta, Golf, Beetle)
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil change with filter
4.5 quarts (4.3 liters)(MY2015 Passat TDI (CVCA))
Reported · desk researchSource
The MY2015 Passat chart (updated 10/31/14) prints 4.3 L (4.5 qt) for the EA288 CVCA, while the MY2015 Jetta/Golf/Beetle charts — and the 2012–2015 Passat Service Xpress for CVCA — print 5.5 L (5.8 qt). Conflict kept as written.
Oil capacity
4.5 quarts (4.3 liters)(EA189 CJAA/CKRA (MY2012 sheets))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts lists; do not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(Passat TDI CVCA (2012–2015 Passat sheet))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list; does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Jetta TDI / Jetta SportWagen TDI (2012-2015), Golf TDI (2012-2015), Beetle TDI (2013-2015), Passat TDI (2012-2015)

2.0T EA888 - Atlas, Tiguan (MY2019 schedule) · 2019–2019

Engine oil
VW 504 00 · 0W-30(2019–2019 · Atlas 2.0T (DCGA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 504 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-30". VW's revision note: "Changed oil type to 504 00 and 0W30".
Engine oil
VW 508 00 · 0W-20(2019–2019 · Tiguan (DGUA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 508 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-20".
Oil capacity
6 quarts (5.7 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Atlas 2.0T (2019), Tiguan (2019)

2.0T EA888 - Golf GTI (MY2019 schedule) · 2019–2019

Engine oil
VW 508 00 · 0W-20(2019–2019 · GTI (DKFA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 508 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-20".
Oil capacity
6 quarts (5.7 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Golf GTI (2019)

2.0T EA888 - Golf R, Arteon, Passat (2020-2025 schedule) · 2020–2025

Engine oil
VW 502 00 or VW 504 00 · 0W-30(2020–2020 · Arteon (DLRB))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 502 00 or VW 504 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-30".
Engine oil
VW 504 00 · 0W-30(2021–2021 · Arteon (DLRB))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 504 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-30".
Engine oil
VW 508 00 · 0W-20(2020–2021 · Passat (DDSB; DDSA/DDSB/DTDA 2021))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 508 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-20".
Oil capacity
6 quarts (5.7 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Golf R (2020-2025), Arteon (2020-2023), Passat (2020-2022)

2.0T EA888 - Golf R, Jetta GLI, Arteon, Passat, Beetle (MY2019 schedule) · 2019–2019

Engine oil
VW 504 00 · 0W-30(2019–2019 · Golf R (DLRA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 504 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-30".
Engine oil
VW 502 00 or VW 504 00 · 0W-30(2019–2019 · Arteon (DLRB))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 502 00 or VW 504 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-30".
Engine oil
VW 508 00 · 0W-20(2019–2019 · Passat, Beetle (DDSA/DDSB))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 508 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-20".
Oil capacity
6 quarts (5.7 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Golf R (2019), Jetta GLI (2019), Arteon (2019), Passat (2019), Beetle 2.0T (2019)

2.0T EA888 - GTI, Jetta GLI, Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan (2020- schedule) · 2020 on

Engine oil
VW 508 00 · 0W-20(2020–2021 · GTI (DKFA), Jetta GLI (DKFA), Tiguan (DGUA 2020; DTEA 2021))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 508 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-20". The 2021 Tiguan sheet first printed 'VW 502 00 SAE 5W-40 or VW 504 00 SAE 0W-30' and was corrected on 6/22/2021 to VW 508 00 0W-20.
Engine oil
VW 504 00 · 0W-30(2020–2021 · Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport 2.0T (DCGA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 504 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-30".
Oil capacity
6 quarts (5.7 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'. MY2020–2021 GTI, Jetta GLI, Tiguan and Atlas/Atlas Cross Sport 2.0T sheets.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Golf GTI (2020-), Jetta GLI (2020-), Atlas 2.0T (2020-), Atlas Cross Sport 2.0T (2020-), Tiguan (2020-)

2.0T EA888 (2012-2014 schedule) · 2012–2014

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2012–2014 · GTI, Jetta GLI 200 hp, CC, Tiguan, Beetle 2.0T 200 hp (CCTA/CBFA); Jetta GLI / Beetle 2.0T 210 hp (CPLA/CPPA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". The Tiguan chart and sheet add 'or SAE 0W-40'. MY2012–2014 Service Xpress sheets say the same.
Oil change with filter
4.9 quarts (4.6 liters)(CCTA/CBFA — GTI, GLI 200 hp, CC, Tiguan, Beetle 2.0T 200 hp)
Reported · desk researchSource
MY2013 GTI/GLI/CC/Tiguan and MY2014 GTI charts.
Oil change with filter
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(CPLA/CPPA — Jetta GLI / Beetle 2.0T 210 hp)
Reported · desk researchSource
MY2013 GLI and MY2014 Beetle charts. (The MY2013 Beetle chart prints '5.8 L (5.5 qt)' for this engine — liters and quarts transposed — and is not used.)
Oil capacity
4.9 quarts (4.6 liters)(CCTA/CBFA — GTI, CC, Tiguan, Jetta GLI, Beetle (MY2012–2014 sheets))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
5 quarts (4.7 liters)(Beetle 2.0T (MY2012 sheet))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(CPLA/CPPA — Jetta GLI, Beetle 2.0T 210 hp (MY2013–2014 sheets))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: GTI (2012-2014), Jetta GLI (2012-2018), CC 2.0T (2012-2017), Eos (2012-2016), Tiguan (2012-2017), Beetle 2.0T (2012-2016)

2.0T EA888 (2017-2018 schedule) · 2017–2018

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2017–2018 · GTI (CXCA/CXCB), Golf R (CYFB/DJJA), Jetta GLI (CPLA/CPPA), Beetle 2.0T (CPLA/CPPA, MY2017), CC (CCTA/CBFA), Tiguan / Tiguan Limited (CCTA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". MY2018 Service Xpress sheets for GTI/Golf R, Jetta GLI and Tiguan Limited say the same.
Engine oil
VW 508 00 · 0W-20(2018–2018 · Passat, Beetle (DDSA/DDSB); Tiguan 2nd gen (DGUA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 508 00, VW 504 00* or VW 502 00* Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-20*" — footnote: "*If you must add oil and no oil is available that meets the Volkswagen oil quality standard required for your engine, you can add a maximum 0.5 liters (0.5 qt.) of engine oil that meets the ACEA A3/B4 and API SN specification, and has a viscosity grade of SAE 0W-20."
Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40(2018–2018 · Atlas 2.0T (DCGA))
Reported · desk researchSource
MY2018 Atlas Service Xpress (revised 10/2/2019): "VW 502 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40". VW's revision note: "Changed oil type to 502 00 and 5W40".
Oil change with filter
6 quarts (5.7 liters)(GTI, Golf R (MY2017))
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil change with filter
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(Jetta GLI, Beetle 2.0T (MY2017))
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil change with filter
4.9 quarts (4.7 liters)(CC, Tiguan (CCTA/CBFA) (MY2017))
Reported · desk researchSource
The Tiguan chart filed for MY2017 is headed '2016'.
Oil capacity
6 quarts (5.7 liters)(GTI, Golf R (MY2018))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(Jetta GLI (MY2018))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
4.9 quarts (4.7 liters)(Tiguan Limited (MY2018))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
6 quarts (5.7 liters)(Passat, Beetle, Tiguan, Atlas 2.0T (MY2018))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: GTI (2017-2018), Golf R (2017-2018), Jetta GLI (2017-2018), Tiguan / Tiguan Limited (2017-2018), Atlas 2.0T (2018), Beetle 2.0T (2017-2018), CC (2017), Passat (2018)

2.0T EA888 (MY2015 schedule) · 2015–2015

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2015–2015 · GTI (CNTA/CXCA), Jetta GLI (CPLA/CPPA), CC (CCTA/CBFA), Tiguan (CCTA), Beetle 2.0T (CPLA/CPPA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". Tiguan chart adds 'or SAE 0W-40'.
Oil change with filter
6 quarts (5.7 liters)(GTI (MQB, CNTA/CXCA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil change with filter
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(Jetta GLI, Beetle 2.0T 210 hp (CPLA/CPPA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil change with filter
4.9 quarts (4.7 liters)(CC, Tiguan (CCTA/CBFA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: GTI (2015), Golf R (2015), Jetta GLI (2015), CC (2015), Tiguan (2015), Beetle 2.0T (2015)

2.0T EA888 (MY2016 schedule) · 2016–2016

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2016–2016 · Jetta GLI, Beetle 2.0T (CPLA/CPPA); GTI (CXCA/CXCB); Golf R (CYFB); CC, Eos, Tiguan (CCTA/CBFA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 502 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". The Tiguan sheet adds 'or SAE 0W-40'.
Oil capacity
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(Jetta GLI, Beetle 2.0T)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
6 quarts (5.7 liters)(GTI, Golf R)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
4.9 quarts (4.7 liters)(CC, Eos, Tiguan)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: GTI (2016), Golf R (2016), Jetta GLI (2016), CC (2016), Tiguan (2016), Beetle 2.0T (2016), Eos (2016)

2.5 five-cylinder (CBTA / CBUA) · 2012–2014

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2012–2014 · Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Golf, Beetle, Passat 2.5L 170 hp)
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". The MY2012–2014 Service Xpress sheets say the same.
Oil change with filter
6.3 quarts (6 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Same figure on the MY2013 Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Golf, Passat and MY2014 Golf, Passat, Beetle charts.
Oil capacity
6.3 quarts (6 liters)(MY2012–2014 Service Xpress (Jetta, SportWagen, Beetle, Passat, Golf 2013–14))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(Golf (2010–2012 Service Xpress))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'. The 2013–2014 Golf sheet and charts print 6.0 L (6.3 qt).
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Jetta / Jetta SportWagen (2012-2014), Beetle (2012-2014), Passat (2012-2014), Golf 2.5 (2012-2014)

3.0 TDI V6 (Touareg TDI) · 2012–2015

Engine oil
VW 507 00 · 5W-40, 5W-30 or 0W-40(2012–2015 · Touareg TDI 3.0L V6 (CATA 2012; CNRB 2012–2015))
Reported · desk researchSource
Chart: "VW 507 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 or SAE 0W-40". The MY2012 and 2013–2014 Service Xpress sheets say the same.
Oil change with filter
8.1 quarts (7.7 liters)(CNRB)
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil capacity
8.6 quarts (8.1 liters)(CATA (MY2012 sheet))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list; does not say 'with filter'. The same sheet gives CNRB 7.7 L (8.1 qt).
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Touareg TDI (2012-2015)

3.6 V6 (Routan, Chrysler-built) · 2012–2014

Engine oil
API certified (no service category named) · 5W-20(2013–2013 · Routan 3.6L 260 hp (CJRA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Chart: "Oil Spec: SAE 5W-20 (API Certified) Engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures." No VW or Chrysler oil standard is named.
Engine oil
API certified (no service category named) · 5W-30(2011–2012 · Routan 3.6L V6 (CJRA) — 2011–2012 Service Xpress)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "SAE 5W-30 (API Certified) Engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures". Conflicts with the MY2013 chart (5W-20); both kept as written — check the oil filler cap.
Oil change with filter
6 quarts (5.6 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil capacity
6 quarts (5.6 liters)(2011–2012 Service Xpress)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list; does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
OAT antifreeze/coolant, VW part G 012 002 1G (purple)(12.6 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
"Use a OAT anti-freeze/coolant … G 0120021G is purple in color DO NOT MIX with other engine coolants." Cooling system 12.6 L (13.4 qt) including heater and recovery bottle; add 2.8 L (2.9 qt) with rear heater.
Brake fluid
DOT 3 or DOT 4 · SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4
Reported · desk researchSource
Routan only — differs from the VW 501 14 default.

Used in: Routan (2012-2014)

3.6 VR6 - Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport (2019-2023 schedule) · 2019–2023

Engine oil
VW 504 00 · 0W-30(2019–2021 · Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport (CDVC))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 504 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 0W-30".
Oil capacity
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Atlas V6 (2019-2023), Atlas Cross Sport V6 (2020-2023)

3.6 VR6 (2012-2014 schedule) · 2012–2014

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2012–2014 · Passat V6 (CDVB), CC VR6 4MOTION (CNNA), Touareg V6 (CGRA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". Touareg chart and sheets add 'or SAE 0W-40'.
Oil change with filter
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(Passat, CC (MY2013–2014 charts))
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil change with filter
7.1 quarts (6.7 liters)(Touareg (MY2013–2014 charts))
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil capacity
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(Passat, CC (MY2012 sheets))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
7.3 quarts (6.9 liters)(Touareg (MY2012 sheet))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'. The MY2013–2014 Touareg sheet and charts print 6.7 L (7.1 qt).
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Passat V6 (2012-2014), CC VR6 4MOTION (2012-2014), Touareg V6 (2012-2014)

3.6 VR6 (MY2015 schedule) · 2015–2015

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2015–2015 · Passat (CDVB), CC (CNNA), Touareg (CGRA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". Touareg chart adds 'or SAE 0W-40'.
Oil change with filter
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(Passat, CC)
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil change with filter
7.1 quarts (6.7 liters)(Touareg)
Reported · desk researchSource
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Passat V6 (2015), CC VR6 4MOTION (2015), Touareg V6 (2015)

3.6 VR6 (MY2016 schedule) · 2016–2016

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2016–2016 · Passat (CDVB), CC (CNNA), Touareg (CGRA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 502 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". The Touareg sheet adds 'or SAE 0W-40'.
Oil capacity
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(Passat, CC)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Oil capacity
7.1 quarts (6.7 liters)(Touareg)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Passat V6 (2016), CC VR6 4MOTION (2016), Touareg V6 (2016)

3.6 VR6 (MY2017 schedule) · 2017–2017

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2017–2017 · Passat (CDVB), Touareg (CGRA))
Reported · desk researchSource
Fluid capacity chart: "VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00 — Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30". Touareg chart adds 'or SAE 0W-40'.
Oil change with filter
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)(Passat)
Reported · desk researchSource
Oil change with filter
7.1 quarts (6.7 liters)(Touareg)
Reported · desk researchSource
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Passat V6 (2017), Touareg V6 (2017)

3.6 VR6 (MY2018 schedule) · 2018–2018

Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40(2018–2018 · Atlas (CDVC))
Reported · desk researchSource
MY2018 Atlas Service Xpress: "VW 502 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40".
Engine oil
VW 502 00 · 5W-40 or 5W-30(2018–2018 · Passat (CDVB))
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress: "VW 502 00 Use synthetic oil SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30".
Oil capacity
5.8 quarts (5.5 liters)
Reported · desk researchSource
Service Xpress oil-service parts list: the quantity is printed beside the oil filter and drain plug, but the sheet does not say 'with filter'.
Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: Atlas V6 (2018), Passat V6 (2018)

e-Golf electric drive (2015-2018 schedule) · 2015–2018

Electric — no engine oil to change.

Coolant
G 13 (TL-VW 774 J)
Reported · desk researchSource
Electric — no engine oil. MY2015 e-Golf chart: "VW Coolant Additive Specification and Part Number: (color is pink) G 13 (TL-VW 774 J) G 013A8J. Dilute with Distilled Water." Cooling system 5.3 L (5.6 qt) with heat pump, 5.5 L (5.8 qt) without.
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: e-Golf (2015-2018)

e-Golf electric drive (MY2019 schedule) · 2019–2019

Electric — no engine oil to change.

Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: e-Golf (2019)

e-Golf electric drive (MY2020 schedule) · 2020–2020

Electric — no engine oil to change.

Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: e-Golf (2020)

ID. electric drive (ID.4, 2022-2024 schedule) · 2022–2024

Electric — no engine oil to change.

Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: ID.4 (2022-2024)

ID. electric drive (ID.4, ID. Buzz, 2025- schedule) · 2025 on

Electric — no engine oil to change.

Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: ID.4 (2025-), ID. Buzz (2025-)

ID. electric drive (ID.4, MY2021 schedule) · 2021–2021

Electric — no engine oil to change.

Coolant
G12evo (current factory fill); earlier cars G13 (TL-VW 774 J) or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America TSB 19-17-01 (2022548/15, 10/14/2025; all VW models except Routan): "G12Evo coolant has been introduced as the factory fill coolant in current production … any vehicle needing coolant can use this formulation of G12Evo … [it] can now be mixed with any previous coolant variation." Earlier factory fills printed on the fluid capacity charts — VW: G 12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G, purple) on some MY2013 charts, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2017; Audi: G 12 plus-plus (purple) MY2012–2013, G 13 (TL-VW 774 J, pink) MY2014–2016. Dilute with distilled water. The TSB is VW-brand; for Audi the only later US evidence read is Service Action 19P5 (e-tron must have G12evo, not G13). Routan is different (Chrysler OAT — see that engine).
Brake fluid
DOT 4 · VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4 (VW); FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1703 (Audi)
Reported · desk researchSource
VW of America fluid capacity charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. VW 501 14 or FMVSS 116 DOT 4." Audi of America charts: "VW Brake Fluid Specification: Use new fluid only. FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or SAE J 1703." (Routan: SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or DOT 4.)

Used in: ID.4 (2021)

Manufacturer-published figures link to the maker's document. "Reported" figures come from a dealer or a parts catalog and haven't been confirmed by the maker. Nothing here has been checked against your car — confirm with your owner's manual or a dealer reading the VIN.

Common questions

What oil does a Volkswagen take?

It depends on the engine. Across the 34 Volkswagen engines we hold, the grades named are mostly 5W-40, 5W-30, 0W-20, with VW 502 00, VW 508 00, VW 507 00, VW 504 00. Find your engine above, or enter your VIN for the exact match.

How many quarts of oil does a Volkswagen take?

Between 3.8 and 8.1 quarts for an oil change with filter, depending on the engine — each engine's figure is listed above with its source.

Oil type and capacity by make