2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cylinder DTEA 3 Turbo | 6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 06L-115-562-B |
Select Your 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Engine Option
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code DTEA 3 Turbo
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder DTEA 3 Turbo [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
S, SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL R-Line
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
06K-115-466, 06K-115-562, 06L-115-562, 06L-115-562-E
2023 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L 4-cylinder DTEA 3 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO91
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
Steel Pan - 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.