Checked oil specs by engine

2006 Chevrolet Malibu oil capacity, type & filter

Multiple engine options are listed for the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. Select your engine below before buying oil or a filter.

2006 Chevrolet Malibu oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
2.2L 4-Cyl 5 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K03
3.5L V6 4 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K29
3.9L V6 4 qt 5W-30 WIX 51522
1.5L Turbo 4.2 qt 5W-30
1.8L Hybrid 5.3 qt 0W-20
2.0L Turbo 5 qt 5W-30
2.4L 5 qt
2.5L 5 qt 0W-20
3.6L V6 5.5 qt

Match one of 9 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

2.2L 4-Cyl
Capacity 5 qt i Capacity condition is not listed in the checked data, so confirm whether the service-fill amount includes a new filter before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment Verified fit Buy at least 5 qt total; listed capacity is 5 qt.
Oil type 5W-30 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K03 Search EA15K03 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K04 Search EA15K04 PRO-TEC PXL57082 Search PXL57082 Purolator L15436 Search L15436

AMSOIL EA15K03 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

3.5L V6
Capacity 4 qt i Based on 4 checked sources: AMSOIL Lookup, Valvoline Product Finder, CarAraC Engine Oil, and Castrol (Olyslager). Additional cross-check is still pending: capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type 5W-30 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K29 Search EA15K29 WIX 51040 Search 51040 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH47 Search PH47 Purolator L10111 Search L10111

AMSOIL EA15K29 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

3.9L V6
Capacity 4 qt i Capacity condition is not listed in the checked data, so confirm whether the service-fill amount includes a new filter before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment Verified fit Buy at least 4 qt total; listed capacity is 4 qt.
Oil type 5W-30 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
WIX Shown first 51522 Search 51522 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH59 Search PH59 Purolator L25288 Search L25288

WIX 51522 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

1.5L Turbo
Capacity 4.2 qt i Based on 1 checked source: CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type 5W-30 i Based on 1 checked source: CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked oil-type source. Use it as a reference, then confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout.
Oil Filters
No checked filter listed Use a retailer fitment tool to confirm the exact part number before ordering.
1.8L Hybrid
Capacity 5.3 qt i Based on 1 checked source: CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type 0W-20 i Based on 1 checked source: CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked oil-type source. Use it as a reference, then confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout.
Oil Filters
No checked filter listed Use a retailer fitment tool to confirm the exact part number before ordering.
2.0L Turbo
Capacity 5 qt i Based on 1 checked source: CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type 5W-30 i Based on 1 checked source: CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked oil-type source. Use it as a reference, then confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout.
Oil Filters
No checked filter listed Use a retailer fitment tool to confirm the exact part number before ordering.
2.4L
Capacity 5 qt i Based on 1 checked source: CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type Not confirmed Confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout.
Oil Filters
No checked filter listed Use a retailer fitment tool to confirm the exact part number before ordering.
2.5L
Capacity 5 qt i Based on 1 checked source: CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type 0W-20 i Based on 1 checked source: CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked oil-type source. Use it as a reference, then confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout.
Oil Filters
No checked filter listed Use a retailer fitment tool to confirm the exact part number before ordering.
3.6L V6
Capacity 5.5 qt i Based on 1 checked source: CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type Not confirmed Confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout.
Oil Filters
No checked filter listed Use a retailer fitment tool to confirm the exact part number before ordering.

7 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-26 How we verify →

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2006 Chevrolet Malibu oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes

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Filter part numbers

All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.

Filter status

Filter fitment has not been fully verified for every engine listed. Confirm the part number with the retailer before ordering.

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Source coverage for the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil.

Oil type sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS, CarAraC Engine Oil, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Filter sources

Supported by RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.

Source coverage

7 checked source rows for the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.

Before ordering for this 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

Checkout verification checklist
2.2L 4-Cyl Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
5 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K03
3.5L V6 Buy →
Capacity
4 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K29
3.9L V6 Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
4 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
12 mo
Filter
WIX 51522
1.5L Turbo Buy →
Capacity
4.2 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Filter
Unverified
1.8L Hybrid Buy →
Capacity
5.3 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Filter
Unverified
2.0L Turbo Buy →
Capacity
5 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Filter
Unverified
2.4L Buy →
Capacity
5 qt
Oil type
Unverified
Filter
Unverified
2.5L Buy →
Capacity
5 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Filter
Unverified
3.6L V6 Buy →
Capacity
5.5 qt
Oil type
Unverified
Filter
Unverified

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-26 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, Valvoline Product Finder, CarAraC Engine Oil, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Chevrolet Malibu oil specs by year

This table includes checked Chevrolet Malibu model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2025 4.2 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K50
2024 4.2 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K50
2023 4.2 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K50
2022 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH10064
2021 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K50
2020 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K50
2019 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K50
2018 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K50
2017 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
2016 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
2015 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
2014 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
2013 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
2012 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K03
2011 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 Purolator L15436
2010 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K03
2009 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K03
2008 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K03
2007 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K03
2006 Current page 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K03
2005 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K03

How we verified 2006 Chevrolet Malibu oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-26.

This page checked 7 sources for the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. The table lists which checked source contributed capacity, oil type, or filter evidence.

We checked leading oil brands and aftermarket filter catalogs so you don't have to.

Confidence
Cross-check pending i Some oil fields are based on checked source data but still need stronger cross-check evidence. Review area: 3.5L V6 capacity, 1.5L Turbo capacity, 1.5L Turbo oil type, 1.8L Hybrid capacity, 1.8L Hybrid oil type, 2.0L Turbo capacity, 2.0L Turbo oil type, 2.4L capacity, 2.5L capacity, 2.5L oil type, and 3.6L V6 capacity. Use the listed values as references and confirm the exact engine before ordering or adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Sources checked
7
Last checked
2026-06-26
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS, CarAraC Engine Oil, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Change interval: Pennzoil OATS, CarAraC Engine Oil, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager)
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Filter 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-26 Checked source
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
Valvoline Product Finder Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-26 Checked source
CarAraC Engine Oil Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-26 Checked source
Castrol (Olyslager) Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-26 Visit brand site

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