Chevrolet Tracker Oil Capacity & Oil Type
TL;DR
The current LatAm Tracker turbo three-cylinders (1.0T and 1.2T) mostly call for GM dexos1-rated 5W-30 synthetic, with about 4.0 liters (roughly 4.2 US quarts) with the filter changed - some sources cite 0W-20 dexos1 for certain production years, so match the spec on your oil cap or manual.
Which Tracker this covers
The Chevrolet Tracker sold in Brazil and across Latin America since 2019 rides on GM's GEM platform (the same family that underpins the global Onix and Montana), and it replaced the previous Tracker nameplate, which from 2013 to 2019 was a rebadged Chevrolet Trax with older engines. Because the engine changed completely between those generations, the two should never be treated as interchangeable for oil capacity - this page focuses on the current (2019+) generation and its turbocharged three-cylinder engines.
Oil capacity and viscosity by engine
Figures below come from GM-oriented oil-and-filter kits and Brazilian lubricant guides sold for each specific engine and year range. Where sources disagreed, a range is shown instead of a single invented number.
| Engine code / years | Capacity with filter (L / US qt) | Viscosity |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 Turbo I3 (2019-2025) | approx. 3.8-4.2 L (4.0-4.4 US qt) - sources vary | 5W-30, GM dexos1 (Gen2 or Gen3); a few listings cite 0W-20 dexos1 for some years |
| 1.2 Turbo I3 (2019-2025) | approx. 4.0 L (4.2 US qt) | 5W-30, GM dexos1 (Gen2 or Gen3); 0W-20 dexos1 cited by some sources |
| 1.3 Turbo (L3Z) / 1.5 Turbo (LJV), facelifted Tracker | not independently confirmed for this page - check your oil filler cap or manual | GM dexos1-rated synthetic (grade varies by year) - confirm on your cap or manual |
| Previous generation, rebadged Trax, 1.4 Turbo (2013-2019, Brazil) | approx. 4.5 L (4.8 US qt) per one lubricant-guide source - treat as indicative only | 5W-30, GM dexos1 |
Why the published numbers are not identical everywhere
Different oil-kit sellers and lubricant guides round differently, and GM has revised the dexos1 specification (Gen2 to Gen3) and, on some production runs, the viscosity grade itself during this generation's life. That is exactly why this page shows a range for the 1.0 Turbo rather than a single figure, and why the newer 1.3/1.5 Turbo facelift engines are not given an invented number here.
Where to confirm the number for your exact car
- The engine oil viscosity is usually printed on a sticker under the hood or on the oil filler cap itself.
- Your owner's manual (glovebox booklet or the GM Brazil manuals PDF library) lists the exact capacity for your VIN's engine and production date.
- The dipstick, checked cold on level ground, confirms the current fill is correct - it does not replace checking capacity before an oil change.
- A dealer or independent shop can look up your build by VIN if the printed manual is missing.
Summary
| Market covered | Brazil / Latin America (2019-present Tracker, GEM platform) |
|---|---|
| 1.0 Turbo I3 capacity (with filter) | approx. 3.8-4.2 L (4.0-4.4 US qt) - sources vary |
| 1.2 Turbo I3 capacity (with filter) | approx. 4.0 L (4.2 US qt) |
| Typical viscosity | 5W-30, GM dexos1 (Gen2/Gen3); 0W-20 dexos1 on some years |
| 1.3T (L3Z) / 1.5T (LJV) facelift capacity | not verified here - check oil filler cap or manual |
| Best source for your exact car | driver door placard, oil filler cap, and owner's manual |
| Oil change interval (typical guidance) | follow the maintenance schedule in your owner's manual |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Chevrolet Tracker: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 1.0 Turbo and the 1.2 Turbo Tracker take the same amount of oil?
They are close but not identical. Sources most often list about 4.0 liters (4.2 US quarts) with the filter changed for the 1.2 Turbo, while the 1.0 Turbo is cited anywhere from about 3.8 to 4.2 liters (4.0 to 4.4 US quarts) depending on the source and model year - check your oil filler cap or manual for your specific build.
Can I use 0W-20 instead of 5W-30 in my Tracker turbo engine?
Only if your owner's manual or oil filler cap specifies 0W-20 dexos1 for your particular production year - GM has used both grades across this engine family, and using the wrong one is not simply a safety margin issue, it is a spec mismatch. Confirm the grade printed on your vehicle before changing viscosity from what was last used.
Is the oil capacity the same for the older (2013-2019) Trax-based Tracker sold in Brazil?
No. That earlier generation used a different, older engine lineup (including a 1.4 Turbo and naturally aspirated 1.8), and the one figure available for it (about 4.5 liters with filter for the 1.4 Turbo) came from a single source, so treat it as indicative only and verify against that vehicle's own manual rather than assuming it matches the current Tracker.
What if my oil kit or receipt shows 4 liters instead of the exact capacity listed here?
That is expected - oil is sold in 1, 4, or 5-liter containers, so kits and invoices are often rounded up to the nearest full container rather than the engine's precise fill volume. The engine itself does not need the full container; follow the dipstick, not the container size, when topping off.