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Volkswagen Passat oil type by year
Gas 1.8T: VW 502 00. Later 2.0T: often 508 00. TDI: 507 00. Year and engine first, brand second.
Updated 2026-09-17 · Platinum Volkswagen, Hicksville, NY
| U.S. Passat | Spec | Viscosity |
|---|---|---|
| 2012–2015 1.8T / 2.5 | 502 00 (2.5 may differ — cap wins) | 5W-40 typical on 1.8T |
| 2016–2019 1.8 TSI | 502 00 | 5W-40 |
| 2020–2022 2.0T | Often 508 00 | 0W-20 |
| TDI years | 507 00 | Diesel-only approval |
Need 2016–2018 only? Use the dedicated Passat 2016–2018 page — that’s the query Google sends us most.
Education, not a work order. Specs vary by VIN. Owner’s manual and a quote from Platinum Volkswagen LLC win arguments. Schedule service.