The GMC Safari has different oil capacities depending on the model year and engine option.
The 2005 Safari with the 4.3L 6-cyl [X] LU3 engine has an oil capacity of 4.5 quarts (4.26 liters) while the 2001 Safari with the 4.3L 6-cyl [W] L35 engine has an oil capacity of 4.5 quarts (4.26 liters).
It's essential to fill the engine of your GMC Safari to its recommended oil level, as indicated by the mark on its dipstick. So, whenever you change your oil or add to it, run your engine for a few seconds, turn it off, and double-check the level.
Continue to the tables below to see the oil capacity for the particular year and engine option of your GMC Safari.
| Year | Engine Option | Engine Oil Capacity1 (Imperial) | Engine Oil Capacity1 (Metric) | Recommended Oil Viscosity2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 4.3L 6-cyl [X] LU3 | 4.5 Quarts | 4.26 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2004 | 4.3L 6-cyl [X] LU3 | 4.5 Quarts | 4.26 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2003 | 4.3L 6-cyl [X] LU3 | 4.5 Quarts | 4.26 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2002 | 4.3L 6-cyl [X] LU3 | 4.5 Quarts | 4.26 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2001 | 4.3L 6-cyl [W] L35 | 4.5 Quarts | 4.26 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2000 | 4.3L 6-cyl [W] L35 | 4.5 Quarts | 4.26 Liters | 5W-30 |
MyBestVehicle.com is a website designed to quickly find the engine oil capacity of your vehicle.
Having the incorrect oil level in the engine of your GMC Safari could result in catastrophic engine damage.
We recommend checking the engine oil level in your GMC Safari regularly, ideally once a week.
