1992 Porsche 968 Oil Type & Capacity
The 1992 Porsche 968 takes 5W-20 motor oil — 6.87 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 6.87 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Convertible, Automatic — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 (Below -20Deg.F to 15Deg.F), 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 30Deg.F),10W-30 (-10Deg.F to 70Deg.F), 10W-40 (-5Deg.F to 95Deg.F), 15W-40 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.87 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| 2D Convertible, Standard — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 (Below -20Deg.F to 15Deg.F), 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 30Deg.F),10W-30 (-10Deg.F to 70Deg.F), 10W-40 (-5Deg.F to 95Deg.F), 15W-40 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.87 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| 2D Coupe, Automatic — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 (Below -20Deg.F to 15Deg.F), 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 30Deg.F),10W-30 (-10Deg.F to 70Deg.F), 10W-40 (-5Deg.F to 95Deg.F), 15W-40 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.87 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| 2D Coupe, Standard — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 (Below -20Deg.F to 15Deg.F), 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 30Deg.F),10W-30 (-10Deg.F to 70Deg.F), 10W-40 (-5Deg.F to 95Deg.F), 15W-40 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.87 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
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1992 Porsche 968 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.2 quarts (7.76 L) — Phosphate-free antifreeze containing Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze recommended for aluminum engines. Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1992 Porsche 968 take?
The 1992 Porsche 968 takes 5W-20 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-20 (Below -20Deg.F to 15Deg.F), 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 30Deg.F),10W-30 (-10Deg.F to 70Deg.F), 10W-40 (-5Deg.F to 95Deg.F), 15W-40 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1992 Porsche 968 take?
The 1992 Porsche 968 holds 6.87 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1992 Porsche 968?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1992 Porsche 968. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.