2021 Volkswagen Golf Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 2021 Volkswagen Golf oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2021 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 2021 Volkswagen Golf oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4L 4-cylinder DGXA 5 Turbo | 4.2 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-20, SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 04E-115-561-T |
Select Your 2021 Volkswagen Golf Engine Option
1.4L 4-cylinder Engine Code DGXA 5 Turbo
Engine:
1.4L 4-cylinder DGXA 5 Turbo [aka 1.4L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
TSi
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
04E-115-561-B, 04E-115-561-H
2021 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L 4-cylinder DGXA 5 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO91
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
10.6 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Be sure to replace the drain plug gasket and only use an Original Equipment (OE) drain plug.
Notes:
In an emergency, if you must add oil and cannot find one that meets the required Volkswagen oil quality standard, you may add a maximum of 0.5 liters (0.5 quarts) of an engine oil that meets the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) A3/B4 and American Petroleum Institute (API) SN specifications, with a Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) 0W-20 viscosity grade. Using an oil with a different viscosity grade can increase vehicle emissions and fuel consumption, so it should only be done in emergencies.