2016 Volkswagen Jetta Oil Filter

Find the OEM oil filter part number for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta by engine/trim.

The same OEM filter and specifications apply to the 2016–2018 Volkswagen Jetta.

OEM oil filter results

Engine / TrimOEM Part NumberOil WeightBuy
1.4L I4 Turbo (Base/SE) Volkswagen 04E 115 561 T 5W-40 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-40 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
1.8L I4 Turbo (SEL) Volkswagen 06L 115 562 B 5W-40 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-40 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
2.0L I4 Turbo (GLI 2.0T) Volkswagen 06L 115 562 B 5W-40
Buy 5W-40 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

1.4L I4 Turbo (Base/SE)

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

1.8L I4 Turbo (SEL)

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
Drain plug torque
30 Nm

2.0L I4 Turbo (GLI 2.0T)

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

Also fits

Vehicles that also use Volkswagen 06L 115 562 B:

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 2016 Volkswagen Jetta take?

It depends on the engine: the 1.4L I4 Turbo (Base/SE) uses Volkswagen 04E 115 561 T; the 1.8L I4 Turbo (SEL) uses Volkswagen 06L 115 562 B; the 2.0L I4 Turbo (GLI 2.0T) uses Volkswagen 06L 115 562 B. Match the engine on your door-jamb sticker or owner's manual.

What oil weight does a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta use?

Recommended viscosity — 1.4L I4 Turbo (Base/SE): 5W-40; 1.8L I4 Turbo (SEL): 5W-40; 2.0L I4 Turbo (GLI 2.0T): 5W-40.

How often should the oil be changed on a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta?

1.4L I4 Turbo (Base/SE) — normal service: 10,000 mi / 12 mo (fixed service); severe service: Shorten for short trips, towing or extreme temperatures — see the owner’s manual; 1.8L I4 Turbo (SEL) — 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 (GLI 2.0T) — 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 2016 Volkswagen Jetta oil filter a cartridge or a spin-on?

1.8L I4 Turbo (SEL): Cartridge; 2.0L I4 Turbo (GLI 2.0T): Cartridge.

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