Checked oil specs by engine

2016 GMC Yukon oil capacity, type & filter

The 2016 GMC Yukon oil capacity is 8 qt (5.3L V8) and 8 qt (6.2L V8). All engines use 0W-20 oil.

2016 GMC Yukon oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
5.3L V8 8 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K01
6.2L V8 8 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K01

Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter. Also check 2016 GMC Yukon XL .

5.3L V8
Capacity 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 8 qt total; listed capacity is 8 qt.
Oil type 0W-20 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 EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 AMSOIL EA15K04 Search EA15K04 Purolator L22500 Search L22500 PRO-TEC PXL10255 Search PXL10255

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

6.2L V8
Capacity 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 8 qt total; listed capacity is 8 qt.
Oil type 0W-20 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 EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 AMSOIL EA15K04 Search EA15K04 Purolator L22500 Search L22500 PRO-TEC PXL10255 Search PXL10255

AMSOIL EA15K01 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 →

Full synthetic options for 0W-20

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2016 GMC Yukon 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 2016 GMC Yukon

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 2016 GMC Yukon.

Before ordering for this 2016 GMC Yukon

Checkout verification checklist
5.3L V8 Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
8 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Interval
7,500 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K01
6.2L V8 Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
8 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Interval
7,500 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K01

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

Same oil specs on other 2016 GMC models

Yukon XL

GMC Yukon oil specs by year

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

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2025 7 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2024 7 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2023 7 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2022 7 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2021 7 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2020 8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K01
2019 8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K01
2018 8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K01
2017 8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K01
2016 Current page 8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K01
2015 8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K01
2014 8 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH48
2013 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 WIX 51032
2012 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 WIX 51032
2011 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 PG2222
2010 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 WIX 51032
2009 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
2008 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
2007 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50
2006 6 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 AMSOIL EA15K32
2005 6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K32

How we verified 2016 GMC Yukon oil data

How we verify fitment

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

This page checked 5 sources for the 2016 GMC Yukon. 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
Verified fit
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, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-24 Checked source
Castrol (Olyslager) Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-24 Visit brand site

2016 GMC Yukon maintenance checklist

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