2013 Volkswagen Golf Oil Filter

Find the OEM oil filter part number for the 2013 Volkswagen Golf by engine/trim.

Specifications are shared across the 2010–2014 Volkswagen Golf. Full details: 2010 Volkswagen Golf.

OEM oil filter results

Engine / TrimOEM Part NumberOil WeightBuy
2.5L I5 (Base) Volkswagen 06A 115 561 B 5W-40 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-40 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
2.0L I4 Turbo (GTI 2.0T (TSI)) Volkswagen 06J 115 403 Q 5W-40 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-40 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel (TDI 2.0) Volkswagen 03L 115 562 5W-30 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-30 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil

Tip: If your vehicle has multiple engines, match the engine size on your door jamb sticker or owner's manual. Always verify with your owner's manual before purchase.

Service specifications

2.5L I5 (Base)

Filter type
Spin-on
Change interval (normal)
10,000 mi / 12 mo (fixed service)
Change interval (severe)
Shorten for short trips, towing or extreme temperatures — see the owner’s manual

2.0L I4 Turbo (GTI 2.0T (TSI))

Filter type
Cartridge
Change interval (normal)
10,000 mi / 12 mo (fixed service)
Change interval (severe)
Shorten for short trips, towing or extreme temperatures — see the owner’s manual

2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel (TDI 2.0)

Filter type
Cartridge

Also fits

Vehicles that also use Volkswagen 06A 115 561 B:

Vehicles that also use Volkswagen 06J 115 403 Q:

Vehicles that also use Volkswagen 03L 115 562:

These vehicles take the same OEM filter part number. Always confirm against your own owner's manual before buying.

Frequently asked questions

What oil filter does a 2013 Volkswagen Golf take?

It depends on the engine: the 2.5L I5 (Base) uses Volkswagen 06A 115 561 B; the 2.0L I4 Turbo (GTI 2.0T (TSI)) uses Volkswagen 06J 115 403 Q; the 2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel (TDI 2.0) uses Volkswagen 03L 115 562. Match the engine on your door-jamb sticker or owner's manual.

What oil weight does a 2013 Volkswagen Golf use?

Recommended viscosity — 2.5L I5 (Base): 5W-40; 2.0L I4 Turbo (GTI 2.0T (TSI)): 5W-40; 2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel (TDI 2.0): 5W-30.

How often should the oil be changed on a 2013 Volkswagen Golf?

2.5L I5 (Base) — normal service: 10,000 mi / 12 mo (fixed service); severe service: Shorten for short trips, towing or extreme temperatures — see the owner’s manual; 2.0L I4 Turbo (GTI 2.0T (TSI)) — normal service: 10,000 mi / 12 mo (fixed service); severe service: Shorten for short trips, towing or extreme temperatures — see the owner’s manual. Severe service means short trips, towing, dusty roads or extended idling.

Is the 2013 Volkswagen Golf oil filter a cartridge or a spin-on?

2.5L I5 (Base): Spin-on; 2.0L I4 Turbo (GTI 2.0T (TSI)): Cartridge; 2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel (TDI 2.0): Cartridge.

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