Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Oil Type by Year

The oil grade Chevrolet specifies for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, by model year and engine, 2010–2026. Grades used across these years: SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-20.

Source: manufacturer documents (listed below) · Updated 2026-11-05 · By CarWhere Research

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 oil type by year
Year	Engine	Capacity (qt)	Capacity (L)	Oil type	Spec	Notes
2026	2.7L Turbo 4-cylinder	6 qt^[1]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2026	5.3L V8	8 qt^[1]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2026	6.2L V8	8 qt^[1]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2025	2.7L Turbo 4-cylinder	6 qt^[2]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2025	5.3L V8	8 qt^[2]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2025	6.2L V8	8 qt^[2]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2024	2.7L Turbo 4-cylinder	6 qt^[3]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2024	5.3L V8	8 qt^[3]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2024	6.2L V8	8 qt^[3]	7.6 L	—	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual says to check the oil fill cap for the viscosity grade.
2023	2.7L Turbo 4-cylinder	6 qt^[4]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2023	5.3L V8	8 qt^[4]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2023	6.2L V8	8 qt^[4]	7.6 L	—	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual says to check the oil fill cap for the viscosity grade.
2022	2.7L Turbo 4-cylinder	6 qt^[5]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2022	5.3L V8	8 qt^[5]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2022	6.2L V8	8 qt^[5]	7.6 L	—	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual says to check the oil fill cap for the viscosity grade.
2021	2.7L Turbo 4-cylinder	6 qt^[6]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2021	4.3L V6	6 qt^[6]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2021	5.3L V8	8 qt^[6]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2021	6.2L V8	8 qt^[6]	7.6 L	—	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual says to check the oil fill cap for the viscosity grade.
2020	2.7L Turbo 4-cylinder	6 qt^[7]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2020	4.3L V6	6 qt^[7]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2020	5.3L V8 (L84)	8 qt^[7]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2020	6.2L V8	8 qt^[7]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2019	2.7L Turbo 4-cylinder	6 qt^[8]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2019	4.3L V6	6 qt^[8]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2019	5.3L V8	8 qt^[8]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2019	6.2L V8	8 qt^[8]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2018	4.3L V6	6 qt^[9]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1 (full synthetic)	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2018	5.3L V8	8 qt^[9]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2018	6.2L V8	8 qt^[9]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1 (full synthetic)
2017	4.3L V6	6 qt^[10]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2017	5.3L V8	8 qt^[10]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1
2017	6.2L V8	8 qt^[10]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1
2016	4.3L V6	6 qt^[11]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2016	5.3L V8	8 qt^[11]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1
2016	6.2L V8	8 qt^[11]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1
2015	4.3L V6	6 qt^[12]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2015	5.3L V8	8 qt^[12]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1
2015	6.2L V8	8 qt^[12]	7.6 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1
2014	4.3L V6	6 qt^[13]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2014	5.3L V8	8.5 qt^[13]	8 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1
2014	6.2L V8	8.5 qt^[13]	8 L	SAE 0W-20	dexos1
2013	4.3L V6	4.5 qt^[14]	4.3 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1
2013	4.8L V8	6 qt^[14]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1
2013	5.3L V8	6 qt^[14]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1
2013	6.2L V8	6 qt^[14]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1
2012	4.3L V6	4.5 qt^[15]	4.3 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1
2012	4.8L V8	6 qt^[15]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1
2012	5.3L V8	6 qt^[15]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1
2012	6.2L V8	6 qt^[15]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos1
2011	4.3L V6	4.5 qt^[16]	4.3 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2011	4.8L V8	6 qt^[16]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2011	5.3L V8	6 qt^[16]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2011	6.2L V8	6 qt^[16]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	dexos	Manual allows SAE 0W-30 in extreme cold (below -20°F / -29°C).
2010	4.3L V6	4.5 qt^[17]	4.3 L	SAE 5W-30	API Certified For Gasoline Engines (starburst)
2010	4.8L V8	6 qt^[17]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	API Certified For Gasoline Engines (starburst)
2010	5.3L V8	6 qt^[17]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	API Certified For Gasoline Engines (starburst)
2010	6.2L V8	6 qt^[17]	5.7 L	SAE 5W-30	API Certified For Gasoline Engines (starburst)

Capacities are with filter change unless noted. Always confirm on the dipstick after refilling.

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Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 take?

Depending on year and engine, the owner's manuals specify SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-20. Find your year in the table above.

Sources

General Motors, 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 402); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 435); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 443); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 439); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 455); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 437); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2020 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF pp. 455-456); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 433); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2018 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 458); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2017 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 470); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2016 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 479); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2015 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 499); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
General Motors, 2014 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual, Technical Data - Capacities and Specifications, 'Engine Oil with Filter' (PDF p. 498); Vehicle Care - Engine Oil (viscosity grade/specification) (accessed 2026-11-05).
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