Volkswagen Taos oil specs by year
The Volkswagen Taos (2021–2025) uses 4.5 qt of 0W-20 oil across all 5 model years covered here for the primary engine. Select a year below for the full record with filter part numbers and source notes.
Multiple engine options: The Volkswagen Taos was offered with 2 engine options across its history.
Open the exact year page and select your engine to see the correct capacity and viscosity for your vehicle.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4.5 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL 51751780; PG241; Purolator L19168 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2024 | 4.5 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K51; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2023 | 4.5 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K51; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2022 | 4.5 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K51; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2021 | 4.5 qt | 0W-20 | Unverified | Open record → |
Volkswagen Taos oil spec changes by year
Oil specs remained consistent across the 2021–2025 model years covered here. The primary engine uses 4.5 qt of 0W-20 throughout this range. Always open the exact year page and confirm the source notes before buying.
Capacity
4.5 qt
Same across all 5 listed years
Oil type
0W-20
Same across all 5 listed years
Filter brands
AMSOIL, Purolator
In checked records — open year page for part numbers
- 2022: engine option “1.5L 4-Cyl Turbo” added.
- 2022: engine option “1.5L Turbo” removed.
Volkswagen Taos oil — frequently asked questions
- What oil does the Volkswagen Taos take?
- The Volkswagen Taos takes 4.5 qt of 0W-20 oil across the 2021–2025 model years covered here. Always open the exact year page and confirm in your owner's manual before buying.
- Is the oil capacity the same for all Volkswagen Taos years?
- Yes. All 5 Volkswagen Taos model years covered here use 4.5 qt as the primary engine capacity. Confirm in your owner's manual before buying.
- Does the Volkswagen Taos have different oil specs for different engines?
- Yes. The Volkswagen Taos has been offered with multiple engine options (1.5L 4-Cyl Turbo, 1.5L Turbo). Each engine can have a different oil capacity and viscosity. Open the exact year page, select your engine, and confirm specs before buying.
- What oil filter fits the Volkswagen Taos?
- The most recent checked year lists AMSOIL 51751780; PG241; Purolator L19168 as a compatible oil filter for the Volkswagen Taos. Filter part numbers can change across model years — open the exact year page for the source-checked part number for your year.
Look up a specific Volkswagen Taos year
Select a model year to open the exact checked oil fitment record before ordering.