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2006 Volkswagen Jetta oil capacity, type & filter

The 2006 Volkswagen Jetta takes 4.5 qt of 5W-30 (1.9L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel) and 4.9 qt of 5W-40 (2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel) and 6.3 qt of 5W-40 (2.5L 5-Cyl). Select your engine below before buying.

2006 Volkswagen Jetta oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
1.9L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel 4.5 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K06
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel 4.9 qt 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K05
2.5L 5-Cyl 6.3 qt 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K05

Match one of 3 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

1.9L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel
Capacity 4.5 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 4.5 qt.
Oil type 5W-30 i Based on 2 checked sources: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager). Additional cross-check is still pending: agreement across all checked oil-type sources. 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 Options cross-checked
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K06 Search EA15K06 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 PRO-TEC PXL57083 Search PXL57083 Purolator L38113 Search L38113

AMSOIL EA15K06 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel
Capacity 4.9 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 4.9 qt.
Oil type 5W-40 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 EA15K05 Search EA15K05 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER P3986 Search P3986 Purolator L38113 Search L38113 Purolator L35581 Search L35581

AMSOIL EA15K05 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

2.5L 5-Cyl
Capacity 6.3 qt i Based on 2 checked sources: AMSOIL Lookup 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-40 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 EA15K05 Search EA15K05 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER P3986 Search P3986 Purolator L35581 Search L35581

AMSOIL EA15K05 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

5 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-24 How we verify →

Where to Buy View Data Sources
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Full synthetic options for 5W-30
Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5W-30 → Castrol Edge 5W-30 → Pennzoil Platinum 5W-30 →

Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.

Full synthetic options for 5W-40
Mobil 1 ESP Formula 5W-40 → Castrol Edge 5W-40 → Liqui Moly Top Tec 4200 5W-40 →

Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.

2006 Volkswagen Jetta oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes

Which engine applies?

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.

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.

Verify before checkout

Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.

Source coverage for the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Oil type sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Filter sources

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

Source coverage

5 checked source rows for the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.

Before ordering for this 2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Checkout verification checklist
1.9L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel Buy →
Capacity
4.5 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K06
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
4.9 qt
Oil type
5W-40
Interval
10,000 mi
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K05
2.5L 5-Cyl Buy →
Capacity
6.3 qt
Oil type
5W-40
Interval
5,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K05

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-24 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Volkswagen Jetta oil specs by year

This table includes checked Volkswagen Jetta model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2025 6 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2024 6 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2023 6 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2022 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2021 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2020 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2019 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2018 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K51
2017 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K51
2016 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 PG241
2015 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 PG241
2014 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K51
2013 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K51
2012 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K01
2011 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 500101509
2010 4.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K01
2009 4.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K06
2008 4.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K05
2007 4.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K05
2006 Current page 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K06
2005 4.8 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 WIX 51032

How we verified 2006 Volkswagen Jetta oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-24.

This page checked 5 sources for the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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: 1.9L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel oil type and 2.5L 5-Cyl 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
5
Last checked
2026-06-24
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Change interval: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Filter, Oil type 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-24 Checked source
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
Castrol (Olyslager) Oil type, Capacity 2026-06-24 Visit brand site

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