Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Oil Type and Capacity by Year
We've checked 4 Silverado 1500 model-year and engine combinations from 2022 to 2025 against Chevrolet's own documents. All of them call for SAE 0W-20 oil. Oil capacity also varies by engine, so find your year and engine in the table below.
Silverado 1500 oil by year and engine
| Year | Engine | Viscosity | Oil specification | Capacity with filter | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5.3L V8 L84 |
0W-20 | GM dexos1 | 8.0 quarts | 2025 5.3L V8 specs Owner's manual |
| 2024 | 5.3L V8 L84 |
0W-20 | dexos1 (full synthetic) | 8.0 quarts | 2024 5.3L V8 specs Owner's manual |
| 2023 | 6.2L V8 L87 |
0W-20 | dexos1 (full synthetic) | 8.0 quarts | 2023 6.2L V8 specs Owner's manual |
| 2022 | 5.3L V8 L84 |
0W-20 | dexos1 (full synthetic) | 8.0 quarts | 2022 5.3L V8 specs Owner's manual |
Every row links to a page that cites the manufacturer document and page numbers it comes from. Values are shown as the manufacturer prints them.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 oil FAQs
What oil does a Chevrolet Silverado 1500 take?
All 4 combinations above call for SAE 0W-20. The 2025 5.3L V8 calls for SAE 0W-20 meeting GM dexos1.
How much oil does a Chevrolet Silverado 1500 hold?
The 2025 5.3L V8 holds 8.0 quarts with the filter. Other years and engines differ; see the capacity column above.
How do I know which engine my Silverado 1500 has?
Check the engine listed in your owner's manual or on the under-hood emissions label, or decode your VIN. See how to find your engine code.