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2009 Volkswagen GTI oil capacity, type & filter
The 2009 Volkswagen GTI takes 4.9 qt of 5W-40 oil.
Applies to checked engine: 2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo.
AMSOIL EA15K01 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
2009 Volkswagen GTI oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2009 Volkswagen GTI
Supported by AMSOIL Lookup and Pennzoil OATS.
Supported by AMSOIL Lookup and Pennzoil OATS.
Supported by AMSOIL Lookup, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and K&N Filters.
5 checked source rows for the 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Before ordering for this 2009 Volkswagen GTI
- Capacity
- 4.9 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-40
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K01
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-24 from AMSOIL Lookup, K&N Filters, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, and Purolator Part Finder.
Volkswagen GTI oil specs by year
This table includes checked Volkswagen GTI model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 qt | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2024 | 6 qt | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2023 | 6 qt | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2022 | 6 qt | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2018 | 6 qt | 5W-40 | WIX 51032 |
| 2017 | 6 qt | 5W-40 | WIX 51032 |
| 2016 | 6 qt | 5W-40 | Purolator PL21478 |
| 2014 | 4.9 qt | 5W-40 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2013 | 4.9 qt | 5W-40 | PRO-TEC PXL57561 |
| 2012 | 4.9 qt | 5W-40 | PRO-TEC PXL57561 |
| 2011 | 4.9 qt | 5W-40 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2010 | 4.9 qt | 5W-40 | PRO-TEC PXL57561 |
| 2009 Current page | 4.9 qt | 5W-40 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2007 | 4.9 qt | 5W-40 | AMSOIL EA15K05 |
| 2006 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-40 | AMSOIL EA15K05 |
How we verified 2009 Volkswagen GTI oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-24.
This page checked 5 sources for the 2009 Volkswagen GTI. 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
- Verified fit
- Sources checked
- 5
- Last checked
- 2026-06-24
- Capacity: AMSOIL Lookup and Pennzoil OATS
- Oil type: AMSOIL Lookup and Pennzoil OATS
- Filter: AMSOIL Lookup, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and K&N Filters
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Oil type, Filter | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| K&N Filters | Filter | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| Pennzoil OATS | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-24 | Checked source |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-24 | Visit brand site |
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