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2021 Chevrolet Equinox oil capacity, type & filter

Multiple engine options are listed for the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. Select your engine below before buying oil or a filter.

2021 Chevrolet Equinox oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
1.5L 4-Cyl Turbo 5.3 qt 0W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH10064
1.6L 5.3 qt — —
2.0L Turbo — 5W-30 —
2.4L 5 qt — —
3.0L V6 6 qt — —
3.4L V6 4.5 qt — —
3.6L V6 6 qt — —

Match one of 7 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

1.5L 4-Cyl Turbo
Capacity 5.3 qt i Based on 5 checked sources: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, 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 service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
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
CHAMP / LUBER-FINER Shown first PH10064 Search PH10064 Purolator L11403 Search L11403 AMSOIL EA15K50 Search EA15K50 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03

Champ PH10064 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

1.6L
Capacity 5.3 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.
2.0L Turbo
Capacity Not confirmed Confirm the service-fill amount for this engine before adding oil.
Oil type 5W-30 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.
2.4L
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 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.
3.0L V6
Capacity 6 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.
3.4L V6
Capacity 4.5 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 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.
3.6L V6
Capacity 6 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.

7 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-27 How we verify →

Where to Buy View Data Sources
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Full synthetic options for 0W-20
Mobil 1 Extended Performance 0W-20 → Castrol Edge 0W-20 → Pennzoil Platinum 0W-20 →

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

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.

2021 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2021 Chevrolet Equinox

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, 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 Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and AMSOIL Lookup.

Source coverage

7 checked source rows for the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox.

Before ordering for this 2021 Chevrolet Equinox

Checkout verification checklist
1.5L 4-Cyl Turbo Buy →
Capacity
5.3 qt (With filter)
Oil type
0W-20
Interval
12 mo
Filter
Champ PH10064
1.6L Buy →
Capacity
5.3 qt
Oil type
Unverified
Filter
Unverified
2.0L Turbo Buy →
Capacity
Unverified
Oil type
5W-30
Filter
Unverified
2.4L Buy →
Capacity
5 qt
Oil type
Unverified
Filter
Unverified
3.0L V6 Buy →
Capacity
6 qt
Oil type
Unverified
Filter
Unverified
3.4L V6 Buy →
Capacity
4.5 qt
Oil type
Unverified
Filter
Unverified
3.6L V6 Buy →
Capacity
6 qt
Oil type
Unverified
Filter
Unverified

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-27 from Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, Valvoline Product Finder, CarAraC Engine Oil, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Chevrolet Equinox oil specs by year

This table includes checked Chevrolet Equinox model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2025 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K50
2024 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH10064
2023 5.3 qt 0W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH10064
2022 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH10064
2021 Current page 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH10064
2020 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH10064
2019 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K50
2018 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K50
2017 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K03
2016 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K03
2015 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K03
2014 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 PRO-TEC PXL57082
2013 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 PRO-TEC PXL57082
2012 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 Purolator L15436
2011 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 PRO-TEC PXL57082
2010 5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 Purolator L15436
2009 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K29
2008 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K29
2006 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K29
2005 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K29

How we verified 2021 Chevrolet Equinox oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-27.

This page checked 7 sources for the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. 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: 1.5L 4-Cyl Turbo capacity, 1.6L capacity, 2.0L Turbo oil type, 2.4L capacity, 3.0L V6 capacity, 3.4L V6 capacity, and 3.6L V6 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
7
Last checked
2026-06-27
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
  • Filter: Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Change interval: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
Source Supports Checked Link
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-27 Visit brand site
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-27 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-27 Checked source
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-27 Visit brand site
Valvoline Product Finder Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-27 Checked source
CarAraC Engine Oil Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-27 Checked source
Castrol (Olyslager) Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-27 Visit brand site

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