Whats the Right Oil for a MK7.5 GTI?

All MK7.5 VW GTI models from 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 have a 2.0T Gen 3 EA888 engine.  This engine requires high quality synthetic oil which may be different than the earlier MK7 models. Whether you're doing a DIY oil change or making sure your shop uses the correct oil, knowing the right MK7.5 GTI oil type is essential to protect the life of your engine.

(2018) Recommended Oil Type for MK7.5 GTI  - for Engine Code CXCB

• VW Oil Spec: VW 502 00

• Viscosity: SAE 5W-40

• Oil Type: Full synthetic only

• Popular Brands:

  • Liqui Moly Leichtlauf High Tech 5W-40 (1L , 5L)

  • Motul 8100 X-clean 5W-40 (1L , 5L)

  • Genuine VW 5W-40 Oil (1L)

Always ensure the oil you choose meets the VW 502 00 specification to maintain warranty coverage and prevent long term engine wear.

(2019, 2020, 2021) Recommended Oil Type for MK7.5 GTI - for Engine Code DKFA

• VW Oil Spec: VW 508 00

• Viscosity: SAE 0W-20

• Oil Type: Full synthetic only

• Popular Brands:

  • Liqui Moly Top Tec 6200 (1L , 5L)

  • Motul Specific 0W-20 (1L , 5L)

  • Genuine VW 0W-20 Oil (1L)

Always ensure the oil you choose meets the VW 508 00 specification to maintain warranty coverage and prevent long term engine wear.

MK7.5 GTI Oil Capacity

• Oil capacity 5.7 Liters

Oil Change Interval 

• Recommended interval: Every 5,000 miles is recommended to ensure engine health

• Factory Volkswagen interval: 10,000 miles is the minimum required by the factory.

Complete MK7.5 GTI Service Schedule