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2008 Volkswagen Passat oil capacity, type & filter

The 2008 Volkswagen Passat oil capacity is 4.9 qt (2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel) and 5.8 qt (3.6L V6). All engines use 5W-40 oil.

2008 Volkswagen Passat oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel 4.9 qt 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K05
3.6L V6 5.8 qt 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K06

Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

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 i Based on 2 checked sources: AMSOIL Lookup 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 EA15K05 Search EA15K05 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 AMSOIL EA15K04 Search EA15K04 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.

3.6L V6
Capacity 5.8 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 6 qt total; listed capacity is 5.8 qt.
Oil type 5W-40 i Based on 2 checked sources: AMSOIL Lookup 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.

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

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 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.

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Source coverage for the 2008 Volkswagen Passat

Capacity sources

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

Oil type sources

Supported by AMSOIL Lookup and Castrol (Olyslager).

Filter sources

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

Source coverage

5 checked source rows for the 2008 Volkswagen Passat.

Before ordering for this 2008 Volkswagen Passat

Checkout verification checklist
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel Buy →
Capacity
4.9 qt
Oil type
5W-40
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K05
3.6L V6 Buy →
Capacity
5.8 qt
Oil type
5W-40
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K06

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

Volkswagen Passat oil specs by year

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

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2022 6 qt 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10396
2021 6 qt 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10396
2020 6 qt 0W-20 WIX 51032
2019 6 qt 0W-20 WIX 51032
2018 6 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2017 5.8 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 WIX 51032
2016 5.8 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 PRO-TEC PXL10024
2015 5.8 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 PRO-TEC PXL10024
2014 5.8 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 WIX 51032
2013 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 WIX 51032
2012 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 WIX 51032
2010 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K01
2009 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K01
2008 Current page 4.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K05
2007 4.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K05
2006 4.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K05
2005 4.3 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K01

How we verified 2008 Volkswagen Passat oil data

How we verify fitment

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

This page checked 5 sources for the 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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: 2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel oil type and 3.6L V6 oil type. 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: AMSOIL Lookup and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Change interval: AMSOIL Lookup and Castrol (Olyslager)
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS Capacity 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) Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-24 Visit brand site

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