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2009 Volkswagen Passat oil capacity, type & filter

Multiple engine options are listed for the 2009 Volkswagen Passat. Select your engine below before buying oil or a filter.

2009 Volkswagen Passat oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel 4.2 qt 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K01
3.6L V6 5.8 qt 5W-40 Purolator L38113
1.4L Turbo 3.8 qt 0W-40 —
1.6L Turbo Diesel — — —
1.8L Turbo 5 qt 0W-40 —
1.9L Turbo Diesel 4 qt — —
3.2L V6 5.8 qt 10W-40 —

Match one of 7 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter. Also check 2009 Volkswagen Passat CC .

2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel
Capacity 4.2 qt i Based on 2 checked sources: AMSOIL Lookup and CarAraC Engine Oil. 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 i Based on 5 checked sources: AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, Valvoline Product Finder, CarAraC Engine Oil, and Castrol (Olyslager). Additional cross-check is still pending: additional evidence. Use it as a reference, then confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
A3/B4
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 AMSOIL EA15K04 Search EA15K04 PRO-TEC PXL57561 Search PXL57561 Purolator L38113 Search L38113 Purolator L35895 Search L35895

AMSOIL EA15K01 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

3.6L V6
Capacity 5.8 qt Verified fit Buy at least 6 qt total; listed capacity is 5.8 qt (Service fill).
Oil type 5W-40
A3/B4
Verified fit
Oil Filters
Purolator Shown first L38113 Search L38113

Confirm Purolator L38113 in the retailer selector before checkout.

i Based on 1 checked source: Purolator Part Finder. Additional cross-check is still pending: another filter catalog cross-check and alternate part-number support. Use it as a reference, then confirm the exact filter part number at checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
1.4L Turbo
Capacity 3.8 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-40 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.
1.6L Turbo Diesel
Capacity Not confirmed Confirm the service-fill amount for this engine before adding oil.
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.
Specs not yet confirmed for this engine. Search Amazon for 2009 Volkswagen Passat 1.6L Turbo Diesel oil →
1.8L 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 0W-40 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.
1.9L Turbo Diesel
Capacity 4 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.
3.2L V6
Capacity 5.8 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 10W-40 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.

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

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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.

Full synthetic options for 0W-40
Mobil 1 0W-40 → Castrol Edge 0W-40 → Liqui Moly Leichtlauf 0W-40 →

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

Full synthetic options for 10W-40
Mobil 1 High Mileage 10W-40 → Castrol GTX High Mileage 10W-40 → Valvoline MaxLife 10W-40 →

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

2009 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.

Capacity condition

With filter means the volume includes a new filter. Service fill is the typical drain-and-fill amount. Dry fill is for a fresh empty engine only.

Filter status

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

Verify before checkout

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

Source coverage for the 2009 Volkswagen Passat

Capacity sources

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

Oil type sources

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

Filter sources

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

Source coverage

7 checked source rows for the 2009 Volkswagen Passat.

Before ordering for this 2009 Volkswagen Passat

Checkout verification checklist
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel Buy →
Capacity
4.2 qt
Oil type
5W-40
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K01
3.6L V6 Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
5.8 qt (Service fill)
Oil type
5W-40
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
Purolator L38113
1.4L Turbo Buy →
Capacity
3.8 qt
Oil type
0W-40
Filter
Unverified
1.6L Turbo Diesel
Capacity
Unverified
Oil type
Unverified
Filter
Unverified
1.8L Turbo Buy →
Capacity
5 qt
Oil type
0W-40
Filter
Unverified
1.9L Turbo Diesel Buy →
Capacity
4 qt
Oil type
Unverified
Filter
Unverified
3.2L V6 Buy →
Capacity
5.8 qt
Oil type
10W-40
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).

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 Current page 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K01
2008 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 2009 Volkswagen Passat oil data

How we verify fitment

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

This page checked 7 sources for the 2009 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 capacity, 2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Diesel oil type, 3.6L V6 oil filter, 1.4L Turbo capacity, 1.4L Turbo oil type, 1.8L Turbo capacity, 1.8L Turbo oil type, 1.9L Turbo Diesel capacity, 3.2L V6 capacity, and 3.2L 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
7
Last checked
2026-06-26
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Valvoline Product Finder, Castrol (Olyslager), AMSOIL Lookup, and CarAraC Engine Oil
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
  • Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Change interval: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS 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 Oil type, Capacity 2026-06-26 Checked source
CarAraC Engine Oil Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-26 Checked source
Castrol (Olyslager) Oil type, Capacity 2026-06-26 Visit brand site

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