Checked oil specs by engine
2006 GMC Sierra 1500 oil capacity, type & filter
The 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 oil capacity is 4.5 qt (4.3L V6) and 6 qt (4.8L V8) and 6 qt (5.3L V8) and 6 qt (6.0L V8). All engines use 5W-30 oil.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L V6 | 4.5 qt | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH47 |
| 4.8L V8 | 6 qt | 5W-30 | ULTRA-POWER 51042 |
| 5.3L V8 | 6 qt | 5W-30 | ULTRA-POWER 51042 |
| 6.0L V8 | 6 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K32 |
Match one of 4 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter. Also check 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD .
Confirm Champ PH47 in the retailer selector before checkout.
Confirm ULTRA-POWER 51042 in the retailer selector before checkout.
Confirm ULTRA-POWER 51042 in the retailer selector before checkout.
AMSOIL EA15K32 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.
2006 GMC Sierra 1500 oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
Check the door jamb sticker, owner's manual, or displacement badge on the engine cover. Match it to the engine options listed above before buying oil or a filter.
All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by RockAuto and AMSOIL Lookup.
5 checked source rows for the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500.
Before ordering for this 2006 GMC Sierra 1500
- Capacity
- 4.5 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Interval
- 12 mo
- Filter
- Champ PH47
- Capacity
- 6 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Interval
- 12 mo
- Filter
- ULTRA-POWER 51042
- Capacity
- 6 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Interval
- 12 mo
- Filter
- ULTRA-POWER 51042
- Capacity
- 6 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K32
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-26 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
GMC Sierra 1500 oil specs by year
This table includes checked GMC Sierra 1500 model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51032 |
| 2024 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | Purolator L11424 |
| 2023 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL10351 |
| 2022 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | Purolator L11424 |
| 2021 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | Purolator L11424 |
| 2020 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | WIX 51032 |
| 2019 | 8 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2018 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2017 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2016 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL10255 |
| 2015 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL10255 |
| 2014 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL10255 |
| 2013 | 4.5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH47 |
| 2012 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | Purolator L12222 |
| 2011 | 4.5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH47 |
| 2010 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH48 |
| 2009 | 4.5 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K29 |
| 2008 | 4.5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K29 |
| 2007 | 4.5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K29 |
| 2006 Current page | 4.5 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH47 |
| 2005 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K32 |
How we verified 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-26.
This page checked 5 sources for the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500. 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
- Sources checked
- 5
- Last checked
- 2026-06-26
- Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Oil type: Pennzoil OATS, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Filter: RockAuto and AMSOIL Lookup
- Change interval: Pennzoil OATS, 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 |
| Valvoline Product Finder | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-26 | Checked source |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-26 | Visit brand site |
2006 GMC Sierra 1500 maintenance checklist
One part checked. Look up the rest while you're here.
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- Oil type & capacity 5W-30 · 4.5 qt Checked
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