1-click Engine Oil Type & Oil Filter Finder

2006 Volkswagen Golf Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 2006 Volkswagen Golf oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2006 Volkswagen Golf, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.

We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 2006 Volkswagen Golf oil change!

Scroll Table ➜

Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
1.8L L4 (Gas)N/AN/AVolkswagen 06A-115-561-B-DSF
Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B
1.9L 4-cylinder BEV M4.5 quarts (with filter)SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B
2.0L 4-cylinder BEW R Diesel Turbo4.4 quarts (with filter)SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)Volkswagen 074-115-562

Select Your 2006 Volkswagen Golf Engine Option

1.8L L4 (Gas) Engine Code

Engine:

1.8L L4 (Gas) [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

GTI 1.8T

Oil Capacity:

N/A

Oil Viscosity/Type:

N/A

Oil Filter Replaces:

034-115-561-A-DSF and 034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561

2006 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L L4 (Gas) oil change details

Oil Grade:

N/A

Oil Capacity:

N/A

Oil Viscosity/Type:

N/A

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

N/A

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

N/A

Notes:

N/A

1.9L 4-cylinder Engine Code BEV M

Engine:

1.9L 4-cylinder BEV M [aka 1.9L L4 (Diesel)]

Body & Trims:

GL, GLS, GTI 1.8T

Oil Capacity:

4.5 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

Oil Filter Replaces:

034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561

2006 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L 4-cylinder BEV M oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO05

Oil Capacity:

4.5 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. Add 0.5 Liters (0.5 quarts) less than the total capacity shown. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches approximately 60°C (140°F). Then, switch the engine off, wait 3 minutes, and check the dipstick. Add oil to reach the full mark. The final amount needed may be more or less than 0.5 Liters (0.5 quarts).

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity grade is unavailable, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for your climate, season, and driving conditions. Ensure the oil meets the listed Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

42472-EA

Coolant Capacity:

6.3 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code BEW R Diesel Turbo

Engine:

2.0L 4-cylinder BEW R Diesel Turbo [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

GLS TDI

Oil Capacity:

4.4 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Volkswagen 074-115-562

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

2006 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L 4-cylinder BEW R Diesel Turbo oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO03

Oil Capacity:

4.4 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. Add 0.5 Liters (0.5 quarts) less than the total capacity shown. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches approximately 60°C (140°F). Then, switch the engine off, wait 3 minutes, and check the dipstick. Add oil to reach the full mark. The final amount needed may be more or less than 0.5 Liters (0.5 quarts).

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity grade is unavailable, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for your climate, season, and driving conditions. Ensure the oil meets the listed Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

42472-EA

Coolant Capacity:

5.3 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

Volkswagen Golf – Engine Oil details by Year