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Silverado 5.3 Oil Capacity by Year

Most 2014 and newer Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks with the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 use 8.0 qt with filter and 0W-20 oil. Older 5.3L generations can differ, so this guide focuses on the high-search 2014+ Silverado 1500 terms. Use the table and finder below to match the exact year and application before refilling.

Typical fill

8 qt

2014-2018

Range

8 qt

with filter

Recommended oil

dexos1

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Oil capacity with filter

8qt7.6 L

K2-generation Silverado 1500 5.3L trucks commonly use 8 qt with filter and dexos1 0W-20 oil.

Oil Capacity by Year and Application

All numbers below are with a new oil filter.

2014-2018Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with 5.3L EcoTec3 V88 qt7.6 Ldexos1
2019-2026Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with 5.3L EcoTec3 V88 qt7.6 Ldexos1 Gen 2 / Gen 3 where listed

Who This Covers

This page is for Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 and similar vehicles using the same engine family. Before adding oil, match the exact year and application in the table below.

Why Your Number May Differ

Silverado 5.3 oil capacity is not always one fixed number. It can change by model year, vehicle setup, and oil-pan configuration, so use the row that matches your vehicle before refilling.

warningBefore You Fill
Add about 0.5 qt less than the listed capacity first, start the engine briefly, wait a few minutes, then verify with the dipstick and top off gradually. Do not rely on a generic engine answer if your vehicle is a different series, chassis-cab, medium-duty, or special-package configuration.

Common Questions

How many quarts does a Silverado 5.3 take?

Silverado 5.3 takes 8 qt with a new oil filter. For many applications, 8 qt is the starting point for 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with 5.3L EcoTec3 V8.

Does Silverado 5.3 oil capacity include the filter?

Yes. The capacity values on this page include a new oil filter, which is the number normally used during a full oil change.

What oil does a Silverado 5.3 use?

Silverado 5.3 commonly uses 0W-20. Match the recommended oil shown for your exact row and confirm it against your owner manual or oil cap.

Why do Silverado 5.3 oil capacity numbers differ?

Oil capacity can change by model year, vehicle application, oil pan, emissions package, and whether the source is listing a with-filter service fill.

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Based on Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owner manual capacity tables for 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 applications.. Check your owner manual before service to confirm the exact vehicle setup.