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2021 Volkswagen Jetta oil capacity, type & filter

The 2021 Volkswagen Jetta oil capacity is 4.2 qt (1.4L 4-Cyl Turbo) and 6 qt (2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo) and 4.5 qt (1.5L). All engines use 0W-20 oil.

2021 Volkswagen Jetta oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
1.4L 4-Cyl Turbo 4.2 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo 6 qt 0W-20 WIX 51032
1.5L 4.5 qt 0W-20 —

Match one of 3 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

1.4L 4-Cyl Turbo
Capacity 4.2 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 4.2 qt.
Oil type 0W-20
LL IV
Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K51 Search EA15K51 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 Purolator L19168 Search L19168 PG241 Search PG241

AMSOIL EA15K51 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo
Capacity 6 qt Verified fit Buy at least 6 qt total; listed capacity is 6 qt (Service fill).
Oil type 0W-20
LL IV
Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
WIX Shown first 51032 Search 51032 WIX 51036 Search 51036 WIX 51040 Search 51040 WIX 51042 Search 51042 PRO-TEC PXL10396 Search PXL10396

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

1.5L
Capacity 4.5 qt i Based on 2 checked sources: Valvoline Product Finder 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 i Based on 2 checked sources: Valvoline Product Finder 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
LL IV
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 →

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2021 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta

Capacity sources

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

Oil type sources

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

Filter sources

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

Source coverage

7 checked source rows for the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta.

Before ordering for this 2021 Volkswagen Jetta

Checkout verification checklist
1.4L 4-Cyl Turbo Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
4.2 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K51
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
6 qt (Service fill)
Oil type
0W-20
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
WIX 51032
1.5L Buy →
Capacity
4.5 qt (Service fill)
Oil type
0W-20
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
Unverified

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

Volkswagen Jetta oil specs by year

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

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2025 6 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2024 6 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2023 6 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2022 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2021 Current page 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2020 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2019 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K51
2018 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K51
2017 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K51
2016 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 PG241
2015 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 PG241
2014 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K51
2013 4.2 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K51
2012 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K01
2011 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 500101509
2010 4.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K01
2009 4.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K06
2008 4.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K05
2007 4.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 AMSOIL EA15K05
2006 4.5 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K06
2005 4.8 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 WIX 51032

How we verified 2021 Volkswagen Jetta oil data

How we verify fitment

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

This page checked 7 sources for the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 capacity and 1.5L 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
2026-06-27
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
  • Oil type: Valvoline Product Finder, Castrol (Olyslager), AMSOIL Lookup, and CarAraC Engine Oil
  • Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Change interval: Valvoline Product Finder, Castrol (Olyslager), AMSOIL Lookup, and CarAraC Engine Oil
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-27 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS Capacity 2026-06-27 Visit brand site
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-27 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-27 Checked source
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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