2009 Porsche Boxster Oil Type & Capacity
The 2009 Porsche Boxster takes 0W-40 motor oil — 7.93 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-40 — 7.93 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Automatic DCT | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 7.93 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| Base, Standard | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 7.93 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| S Porsche Design 2 | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 7.93 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| S, Automatic DCT | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 7.93 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| S, Standard | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 7.93 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Boxster
2009 Porsche Boxster factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
N/A (N/A). Capacity is between: 6.05 - 6.18 U.S. gals. The cooling system is filled at the factory with a permanet coolant. It provides year-round protection from corrosion and freezing down to -31Deg.F (-35Deg.C). ONLY use antifreeze authorized by Porsche.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2009 Porsche Boxster take?
The 2009 Porsche Boxster takes 0W-40 motor oil (MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C).), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2009 Porsche Boxster take?
The 2009 Porsche Boxster holds 7.93 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2009 Porsche Boxster?
Yes. 0W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Porsche Boxster. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.