2008 Dodge Charger Oil Type & Capacity
The 2008 Dodge Charger oil type depends on the engine: the Pursuit, 3.5 G takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Pursuit, 5.7 H takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, AWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 2.7 R takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 3.5 G, AWD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 3.5 G, RWD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 5.7 H takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the SRT-8 takes 0W-40 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the SXT, AWD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the SXT, RWD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Pursuit, 3.5 G: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Pursuit, 5.7 H: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, AWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- SE, 2.7 R: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SE, 3.5 G, AWD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SE, 3.5 G, RWD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SE, 5.7 H: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- SRT-8: 0W-40, 7.0 quarts with filter
- SXT, AWD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SXT, RWD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pursuit, 3.5 G — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Pursuit, 5.7 H — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| R/T, AWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| R/T, RWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SE, 2.7 R — 2.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SE, 3.5 G, AWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SE, 3.5 G, RWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SE, 5.7 H — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SRT-8 — 6.1L Eng | API - SL/CF, SAE 0W-40 Full Synthetic Engine Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF. The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic engine oil, such as Mobil 1® SAE 0W-40 or equivalent. |
| SXT, AWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SXT, RWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
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Coolant capacity
11.1 quarts (10.5 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Includes: heater and coolant recovery tank filled to "max" level.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2008 Dodge Charger take?
It depends on the engine: Pursuit, 3.5 G uses 10W-30; Pursuit, 5.7 H uses 5W-20; R/T, AWD uses 5W-20; R/T, RWD uses 5W-20; SE, 2.7 R uses 5W-20; SE, 3.5 G, AWD uses 10W-30; SE, 3.5 G, RWD uses 10W-30; SE, 5.7 H uses 5W-20; SRT-8 uses 0W-40; SXT, AWD uses 10W-30; SXT, RWD uses 10W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2008 Dodge Charger?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Pursuit, 3.5 G holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Pursuit, 5.7 H holds 7.0 quarts with filter; R/T, AWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; R/T, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; SE, 2.7 R holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SE, 3.5 G, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SE, 3.5 G, RWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SE, 5.7 H holds 7.0 quarts with filter; SRT-8 holds 7.0 quarts with filter; SXT, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SXT, RWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2008 Dodge Charger?
Most 2008 Dodge Charger owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Dodge recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2008 Dodge Charger?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2008 Dodge Charger. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.