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What is the 2018 VW Atlas oil type?

I’ve been borrowing my parents’ Volkswagen and I want to fill up the oil before I give it back to them. What is the 2018 VW Atlas oil type?

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Bonnie Stinson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
That’s so considerate! The 2018
VW Atlas
takes full synthetic oil. Make sure it has VW504 00 approval.
You can use 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, or 5W-40 synthetic motor oil—so long as it has VW approval. If you live in a colder climate, look for a -30 oil instead of a -40 oil.
VW approval is just a specific approval from Volkswagen. It denotes a particular type of motor oil for Audi VW engines with extended or long-life service intervals and is also known as Longlife oil.
Lucky for you, you can purchase this type of oil at most gas stations and auto supply stores!
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Hope this helps!
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