Checked oil specs by engine

2011 GMC Sierra oil capacity, type & filter

The 2011 GMC Sierra takes 4.5 qt of 5W-30 (4.3L V6) and 6 qt of 5W-30 (4.8L V8) and 6 qt of 5W-30 (5.3L V8) and 6 qt of 5W-30 (6.0L V8 Hybrid) and 6 qt of 5W-30 (6.2L V8) and 10 qt of 15W-40 (6.6L V8). Select your engine below before buying.

2011 GMC Sierra oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
4.3L V6 4.5 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K29
4.8L V8 6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
5.3L V8 6 qt 5W-30 WIX 51032
6.0L V8 Hybrid 6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
6.2L V8 6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
6.6L V8 10 qt 15W-40

Match one of 6 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter. Also check 2011 GMC Sierra 1500, 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 2011 GMC Sierra 3500 HD .

4.3L V6
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 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K29 Search EA15K29 WIX 51040 Search 51040 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02

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

i Based on 1 checked source: AMSOIL Lookup. Additional cross-check is still pending: another filter catalog cross-check. Use it as a reference, then confirm the exact filter part number at checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
4.8L V8
Capacity 6 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 6 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
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K50 Search EA15K50 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03

AMSOIL EA15K50 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

i Based on 1 checked source: AMSOIL Lookup. Additional cross-check is still pending: another filter catalog cross-check. Use it as a reference, then confirm the exact filter part number at checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
5.3L V8
Capacity 6 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 6 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
WIX Shown first 51032 Search 51032 WIX 51036 Search 51036 WIX 51040 Search 51040 WIX 51042 Search 51042

WIX 51032 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

i Based on 1 checked source: AMSOIL Lookup. Additional cross-check is still pending: another filter catalog cross-check. Use it as a reference, then confirm the exact filter part number at checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
6.0L V8 Hybrid
Capacity 6 qt i Based on 3 checked sources: AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, 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
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K50 Search EA15K50 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03

AMSOIL EA15K50 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

i Based on 1 checked source: AMSOIL Lookup. Additional cross-check is still pending: another filter catalog cross-check. Use it as a reference, then confirm the exact filter part number at checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
6.2L V8
Capacity 6 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-30 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K50 Search EA15K50 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03

AMSOIL EA15K50 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

i Based on 1 checked source: AMSOIL Lookup. Additional cross-check is still pending: another filter catalog cross-check. Use it as a reference, then confirm the exact filter part number at checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
6.6L V8
Capacity 10 qt i Based on 1 checked source: Castrol (Olyslager). 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 15W-40 i Based on 1 checked source: Castrol (Olyslager). 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 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-24 How we verify →

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2011 GMC Sierra 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.

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 2011 GMC Sierra

Capacity sources

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

Oil type sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).

Filter sources

Supported by AMSOIL Lookup.

Source coverage

3 checked source rows for the 2011 GMC Sierra.

Before ordering for this 2011 GMC Sierra

Checkout verification checklist
4.3L V6 Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
4.5 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
7,500 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K29
4.8L V8 Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
6 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
7,500 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K50
5.3L V8 Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
6 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
7,500 mi / 12 mo
Filter
WIX 51032
6.0L V8 Hybrid Buy →
Capacity
6 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
7,500 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K50
6.2L V8 Buy →
Capacity
6 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
7,500 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K50
6.6L V8 Buy →
Capacity
10 qt
Oil type
15W-40
Interval
7,500 mi / 12 mo
Filter
Unverified

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

GMC Sierra oil specs by year

This table includes checked GMC Sierra model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2024 8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K01
2023 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 WIX 51032
2022 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 WIX 51032
2021 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 WIX 51032
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 AMSOIL EA15K01
2015 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K01
2014 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 WIX 51027
2013 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 WIX 51032
2012 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K29
2011 Current page 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K29
2010 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 10W-30 AMSOIL EA15K29
2009 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
2008 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K29
2007 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K29

How we verified 2011 GMC Sierra oil data

How we verify fitment

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

This page checked 3 sources for the 2011 GMC Sierra. 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: 4.3L V6 oil filter, 4.8L V8 oil filter, 5.3L V8 oil filter, 6.0L V8 Hybrid capacity, 6.0L V8 Hybrid oil filter, 6.2L V8 capacity, 6.2L V8 oil filter, 6.6L V8 capacity, and 6.6L V8 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
3
Last checked
2026-06-24
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Filter: AMSOIL Lookup
  • Change interval: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Filter 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
Castrol (Olyslager) Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-24 Visit brand site

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