Jeep Grand Cherokee Oil Type & Capacity Guide (2011–2026)

Using the right engine oil — at the correct viscosity, to the correct specification, and at the correct capacity — is the single most important thing you can do to protect your Grand Cherokee’s engine. Over the 2011–2026 model run, Stellantis has refined the Pentastar V6’s oil recommendation twice, retired the HEMI V8 from the Grand Cherokee lineup, ended the 4xe plug-in hybrid program after 2025, and introduced the all-new 2.0L Hurricane 4 Turbo for 2026 — so the right answer to “what oil does my Grand Cherokee take?” depends entirely on which engine you have.

This guide consolidates Stellantis, Mopar, and FCA technical documentation for every engine offered in the Jeep Grand Cherokee from the 2011 model year through 2026. If you drive in Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino, Riverside, Claremont, or West Covina, the service team at Fontana Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram can perform your oil change to factory specification — but if you’re servicing your own Jeep, the data below is what you’ll find in the owner’s manual.

Oil Specifications Sorted by Engine

*The 2017 Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel was not sold in the U.S. due to the FCA diesel emissions consent decree. EcoDiesel availability paused after the 2016 model year and resumed for 2018–2019 before being permanently discontinued from the Grand Cherokee. The Gen 3 EcoDiesel introduced in 2020 went to the Ram 1500, Wrangler, and Gladiator — it was never offered in the Grand Cherokee.

**Stellantis announced in January 2026 that it would phase out all plug-in hybrid programs in North America beginning with the 2026 model year. The 4xe’s final production year for the Grand Cherokee was 2025. Owners of 2022–2025 4xe vehicles continue to receive full factory parts and service support.

What’s in the 2026 Grand Cherokee

The 2026 Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L are offered with two powertrains:

2026 is the first Grand Cherokee model year without either a V8 or a plug-in hybrid option. The 5.7L HEMI V8 ran through the WK2 generation (2011–2021), continued briefly into the WL 2-row before being dropped during the 2023 model year, and remained available in the Grand Cherokee L through mid-2024 production. The 4xe plug-in hybrid — introduced for the 2022 model year and Stellantis’s first PHEV in the Grand Cherokee — was discontinued after 2025 as part of a broader phase-out of plug-in hybrids across the Stellantis North American lineup. The all-new 2.0L Hurricane 4 Turbo replaces both as the high-output option.

Engine-by-Engine Notes

3.6L Pentastar V6 (2011–2026)

The longest-running engine in the lineup has had its oil recommendation refined twice. The original 2011–2012 spec called for 5W-30 full synthetic; the 2013 model year transitioned to 5W-20 (verified directly in the 2013 owner’s manual); and beginning with the 2016 model year — alongside the redesigned “Upgraded” Pentastar — Stellantis specified 0W-20 as the primary recommendation, with 5W-20 listed as an acceptable backup in 2016–2021 owner’s manuals. The WL generation (2022 onward) introduced a redesigned oil pan that reduced capacity from 6.0 quarts to 5.0 quarts. The 2026 Pentastar uses 0W-20 — not 5W-20.

5.7L HEMI V8 (2011–2024)

The HEMI’s 7.0-quart capacity stayed constant across both generations, but the recommended viscosity stepped down from 5W-20 in the WK2 (2011–2021) to 0W-20 in the WL/L (2022–2024). The 2022 platform change also moved the HEMI from a spin-on filter (Mopar MO-339, P/N 04892339AA, used on the standard WK2 5.7L from approximately 2015 onward) to the same cartridge-style filter used on the Pentastar (Mopar 68191349AC). Early WK2 builds and all SRT/Trackhawk applications use the larger MO-899 spin-on (P/N 04884899AC). The HEMI was dropped from the WL 2-row Grand Cherokee during the 2023 model year, and from the Grand Cherokee L during the 2024 model year. It is not available in any 2025 or 2026 Grand Cherokee. The HEMI’s Multi-Displacement System (MDS) lifters require thin viscosity — never substitute 5W-30 or 10W-30 in a 5.7L HEMI.

6.4L / 392 HEMI V8 — SRT8 and SRT (2012–2021)

The naturally-aspirated SRT engine specified 0W-40 full synthetic to FCA standard MS-12633 from launch through its final 2021 model year. Factory fill was — and is — Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 0W-40, called out by name in FCA press materials. Oil change interval is a hard 6,000-mile / 6-month maximum per the SRT owner’s manual supplement, regardless of what the oil-life monitor displays.

6.2L Supercharged HEMI V8 — Trackhawk (2018–2021)

Same 0W-40 / MS-12633 spec as the SRT, same Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 0W-40 factory fill, same 6,000-mile / 6-month maximum interval — but capacity is 8.3 quarts, not 7.0. Plan accordingly when buying oil for a Trackhawk service. The supercharger snout uses sealed grease and does not require a separate oil service.

3.0L EcoDiesel V6 (2014–2019)

The Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel went through a viscosity revision during its production run. The original specification was 5W-30 to FCA MS-11106; following TSB 18-078-16, all units built after June 30, 2016 — and retroactively recommended for earlier units — moved to 5W-40 to FCA MS-10902. The interval is 10,000 miles or 12 months regardless of duty cycle. Capacity is approximately 8.0 quarts with filter in the Grand Cherokee. The 10.5-quart figure circulating online refers to the Ram 1500’s diesel sump, not the Jeep’s.

2.0L Turbo I4 — 4xe Plug-In Hybrid (2022–2025)

The 4xe’s GME-T4 turbocharged 2.0L runs on 5W-30 full synthetic to Mopar MS-12991 — not 0W-20, which is a common assumption. Capacity is 5.0 quarts with filter, and the filter is Mopar 04892339BE. The plug-in hybrid system does not change the engine’s oil requirements — only the recharging behavior and driving pattern do, which can extend the time between oil changes for owners who do most of their driving on battery. Stellantis ended Grand Cherokee 4xe production after the 2025 model year, but Mopar parts and service support continues for all 2022–2025 4xe vehicles.

2.0L Hurricane 4 Turbo (new for 2026)

The all-new 2.0L Hurricane 4 Turbo is the headline change for the 2026 Grand Cherokee, producing 324 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque while preserving the 6,200-pound towing capacity. According to Grand Cherokee chief engineer Ashish Dubey, the only component shared with other engines in the lineup is the oil filter — meaning the same Mopar 04892339-series cartridge filter family applies. The 2026 owner’s manual is the authoritative source for viscosity, capacity, and interval; if you’ve taken delivery of a 2026 Hurricane-equipped Grand Cherokee, the service team at Fontana Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram can verify the current factory specification before your first scheduled change.

Oil Change Intervals

Three different interval regimes apply across the Grand Cherokee lineup, and following the wrong one can either waste money or cost an engine.

Local driving conditions — stop-and-go freeway traffic, summer heat in the Inland Empire, and occasional dust on weekend trips — can push gas engines toward the severe-duty end of the interval window. For more context on how regional driving patterns affect maintenance planning, see our guide to how SoCal driving conditions affect your vehicle.

Why Following the Spec Matters

Engine oil does three jobs: it lubricates moving parts to prevent wear, it carries heat away from combustion surfaces, and it suspends contaminants until the filter can trap them. Using a viscosity that’s too thick can starve cold-start lubrication; using one that’s too thin in a high-output engine like the SRT or Trackhawk can fail to maintain the oil film under load. Skipping the synthetic requirement on engines that call for it — particularly the SRT-family V8s and the EcoDiesel — can accelerate sludge formation and shorten the engine’s life.

Stellantis backs its specifications with warranty terms: using off-spec oil can void powertrain warranty coverage on a current-generation Grand Cherokee.

Schedule Your Grand Cherokee Oil Change at Fontana CDJR

The service team at Fontana Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is factory-trained on the full Grand Cherokee lineup, from the 2011 WK2 through the brand-new 2026 Hurricane-equipped trims. Every oil change is performed to Stellantis specification using genuine Mopar oil and filters — and the oil-life monitor is properly reset after service so your maintenance reminders stay accurate.

We’re at 16263 S Highland Ave, Fontana, CA 92336, serving owners across the Inland Empire. Schedule online, or call our service department directly.

Information in this guide reflects published Stellantis, Jeep, and Mopar specifications current as of May 2026. Engine oil viscosity, capacity, filter part numbers, and recommended change intervals can vary by build date, regional emissions package, and engineering supersession. Always verify the specification for your specific Grand Cherokee against the owner’s manual or by VIN lookup with our service team before purchasing oil or filters. This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute a service warranty or guarantee. Following service recommendations outside the published owner’s manual specification may affect powertrain warranty coverage.