2013 Buick Verano

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 Verano.

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 2013 Buick Verano, a passenger car in its sixth model year, accumulated 106 owner complaints—matching the highest complaint count in its model history—which places this year second only to the 2012 launch year in terms of reported issues; notably, engine-related problems represented the dominant complaint category, a finding further supported by three recalls issued for this model year. Across its entire production run from 2012 to 2017, the Verano's complaint trajectory tells a story of meaningful improvement, with figures declining from that 106-complaint peak down to just 9 by the final year, suggesting incremental refinement over the model's lifespan. For researchers evaluating this vehicle, the data indicates that while the 2013 model sits squarely in the period of highest reported problems, the steep downward trend across subsequent years demonstrates that Buick addressed many of the underlying issues, potentially making later-model years more representative of the vehicle's true reliability profile.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity6.3 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-30OEM · verified

Lug nut torque100 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 · 615 CCA battery, OE oil filter 12580255. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 48 · 615 CCAOEM · verified

Tire sizeP235-45R18OEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	12580255 alt 12605566
Engine air filter	13272719 alt 13272720
Spark plug	12681658
Battery	88864541 alt 88866271
Front wiper blades	13348836 alt 13348838
Serpentine belt	12634319
Thermostat	12622410 alt 03522676
Cabin air filter	13503675 alt 13356914

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	183.9 in
Overall width	71.3 in
Overall height	58.3 in
Wheelbase	105.9 in
Curb weight	3300 lb
Track (front / rear)	60.6 / 61.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	61/39

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Verano of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.40 sec — 2013 Turbo Sedan

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2013	Turbo Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.40 sec	15.20 sec	250 hp	FWD
2013	Turbo Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.40 sec	15.00 sec	250 hp	FWD
2012	Leather Group Sedan 2.4L I-4	8.20 sec	16.30 sec	180 hp	FWD
2012	Leather Group Sedan 2.4L I-4	8.30 sec	16.20 sec	180 hp	FWD
2012	Leather Group Sedan 2.4L I-4	8.70 sec	16.70 sec	180 hp	FWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 6.3 qt of 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 100 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	4.2-6.3
Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Engine Oil	5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	6.3 qt
Engine Oil	5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	5.0 qt
Manual Transmission Fluid	GM part number 19259104

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	7.3 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	10 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	bolts:18, nuts: 16 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	43 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	18.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	18.0 ft-lbs
Engine Valve Cover Bolts	7.4 ft-lbs
Engine Valve Cover Bolts	7.4 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts

100 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-4-2
Spark Plug Manufacturer	AC Delco
Spark Plug Gap	0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque	15.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug Manufacturer	AC Delco
Spark Plug Gap	0.040 in
Spark Plug Torque	15.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.43 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	4.23 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	615 cca
Standard BCI Group Number	48

Service checks

Pressure Test	15, Pressure should not exceed 20 psi.
Thermostat Opening Temperature	188-206 °F
Pressure Test	15, Pressure should not exceed 20 psi.
Thermostat Opening Temperature	188-206 °F
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)	50-100
RPM	43-58 @ Idle rpm
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)	50-100
RPM	43-58 @ Idle rpm

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	20 ft-lbs / 21 ft-lbs
Brake Application	WITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.078; Rear: 0.078 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.004 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	0.472 in / 1.023 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	0.472 in / 1.023 in
Rotor Minimum Machining	0.402 in / 0.913 in
Rotor Discard at or Under	0.393 in / 0.905 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Torque to Knuckle — tightening sequence 1 stages

1

74 FT. LBS., STEP 2: 60

74 FT. LBS

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

1

111 ft. lbs., step 2: 100

111 ft. lbs

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

1

111 ft. lbs., step 2: 100

111 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts.

1	22.0 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
2	150 degrees	150 degrees
3	Outer bolts 26.0 ft. lbs.	26 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts.

1	22.0 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
2	150 degrees	150 degrees
3	Outer bolts 26.0 ft. lbs.	26 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 97,500 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 mi	Accelerator Pedal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Shift Interlock Solenoid (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Oil (inspect fluid level)
Every 22,500 mi	Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 45,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect)
Every 97,500 mi	Spark Plug Wires (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
At 150,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

16V502000Electrical System:IgnitionReported 05/07/2016

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK… Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact…

14V417000Equipment:ElectricalReported 02/07/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore all-wheel-drive vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to September 9, 2013; Verano vehicles manufactured August 8, 2012, to June 20, 2013… Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil pan/block heater cord with a new cord that is rated for temperatures of minus 40 degree Celsius. The recall began in…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 1545 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
PIP6113	2026-05-18	Unknown Or Other	This document provides the technician with a diagnostic tip if the vehicle stalls and set…
PIT3271Q	2026-04-01	Unknown Or Other	This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel…
PIP6104	2026-03-09	Unknown Or Other	This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and…
PIP4902V	2026-03-09	Unknown Or Other	This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into…
PIP4902U	2026-01-08	Unknown Or Other	This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group 48 battery Vehicles taking 6.3 qt Engine oil filter 12580255 Engine air filter 13272719 Spark plug 12681658 Battery 88864541

Reference guides

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Related vehicles

Same model, other engines and model years.

Other years

2017 2016 2015 2014 2012

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2013 Verano take?

6.3 qt of 5W-30 ONLY USE ENGINE OIL MEETING GM DEXOS 1 SPECIFICATION., per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 Verano have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.