--- title: "Jeep Grand Cherokee Oil Type: 0W-20, 5 qt" description: "How the Jeep Grand Cherokee oil specification changed from 2012 to 2025, compared generation by generation. The Jeep Grand Cherokee takes 0W-20 engine oil, 5 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Mopar 68191349AC (MO-349, cartridge, same filter as the WK2 Pentastar). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/oil" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # Jeep Grand Cherokee Oil Type and Capacity The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes. ## Has the Jeep Grand Cherokee oil specification changed by year? | Model years | Viscosity | Capacity | OEM filter | Interval | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [2022-2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2022-2025/oil) | 0W-20 | 5 / 7 qt | Mopar 68191349AC (MO-349, cartridge, same filter as the WK2 Pentastar) | Oil-life monitor, typically 8,000-10,000 mi / 12 months (normal) | | [2012-2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2012-2021/oil) | 0W-20, 5W-20, 0W-40 | 6 / 7 / 8 / 8.3 qt | Mopar 68191349AC (MO-349, cartridge) | Oil-life monitor, typically 8,000-10,000 mi / 12 months (normal); shorter under severe service | ## Full specifications by generation The oil on a Jeep Grand Cherokee is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers. - [2022-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2022-2025/oil) - [2012-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2012-2021/oil) ## Jeep Grand Cherokee oil: common questions ### How many quarts of oil does a Jeep Grand Cherokee take? It depends on the engine. The 3.6L Pentastar V6 takes 5 quarts; The 5.7L HEMI V8 takes 7 quarts; The 2.0L Turbo I4 Plug-In Hybrid (4xe) takes 5 quarts, all figures include a new filter. ### What kind of oil does a Jeep Grand Cherokee take? 0W-20 meeting Chrysler MS-6395, full synthetic, full synthetic (required, not merely recommended). Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above. ### Can you use a different viscosity in a Jeep Grand Cherokee? The factory specification is 0W-20 and no alternate grade is listed for this engine. Modern variable-valve-timing hardware is sized around the specified viscosity, so substituting a thicker oil is not a free choice. ### How often does a Jeep Grand Cherokee need an oil change? Oil-life monitor, typically 8,000-10,000 mi / 12 months (normal). Short trips, towing, extended idling, and dusty or very cold conditions all put the vehicle on the severe-service side of that interval. ### What oil filter does a Jeep Grand Cherokee take? The OEM filter is Mopar 68191349AC (MO-349, cartridge, same filter as the WK2 Pentastar). ## Sources - [Jeep Garage forum, "WL V8 no longer an option in 2 Row Grand Cherokee"](https://www.jeepgarage.org/threads/wl-v8-no-longer-an-option-in-2-row-grand-cherokee.241866/) - [Autoevolution, "2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Drops 5.7L HEMI V8, Grand Cherokee L Still Has It"](https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2023-jeep-grand-cherokee-drops-57l-hemi-v8-grand-cherokee-l-still-has-it-207348.html) - [Car and Driver, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Hybrid specs](https://www.caranddriver.com/jeep/grand-cherokee-4xe-2022) - [NHTSA press release, Jeep Wrangler/Grand Cherokee 4xe high-voltage battery "park outside" recall](https://www.nhtsa.gov/press-releases/park-outside-recall-jeep-wrangler-phev) - [NHTSA recall 23V-352, steering intermediate shaft](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2023/RCLRPT-23V352-5968.PDF) - [NHTSA recall 23V-413, rear coil spring detachment](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2023/RCLRPT-23V413-6565.PDF) - [Jeep Garage forum, WL ESS (Stop/Start) auxiliary battery location thread](https://www.jeepgarage.org/threads/grand-cherokee-wl-ess-stop-start-system-battery-location.245932/) - [Cabral CDJR, How to Change the Battery on a Jeep Grand Cherokee (2025 model, under passenger/driver seat)](https://www.cabralchryslerjeepdodge.com/blog/how-to-change-the-battery-on-a-jeep-grand-cherokee) - [Fontana CDJR, Jeep Grand Cherokee Oil Type & Capacity Guide (2011-2026)](https://www.fontanacdjr.com/service-department/service-and-parts-tips/jeep-grand-cherokee-oil-type/) - [Reddit r/GrandCherokee, 2025 GC losing 5.7/3.6, 4-cyl turbo/4xe only discussion](https://www.reddit.com/r/GrandCherokee/comments/1cexvv9/2025_gc_losing_57_36_engines/) ## Find your exact Grand Cherokee - [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2025) - [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2024) - [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2023) - [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2022) - [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2021) - [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2020) - [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2019) - [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2018) - [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2017) - [2016](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2016) - [2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2015) - [2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2014) - [2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2013) - [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2012) More Jeep Grand Cherokee guides: - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/filters) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.