2011 Chrysler 300 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Chrysler 300 oil type depends on the engine: the Base, Gas takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the C, 4WD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the C, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, Gas takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Touring, Gas takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Touring, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, Gas: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- C, 4WD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- C, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, Gas: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Touring, Gas: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Touring, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Gas — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| Base, Gas/Ethanol — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| C, 4WD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| C, RWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| Limited, Gas — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| Limited, Gas/Ethanol — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| Touring, Gas — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| Touring, Gas/Ethanol — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
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Coolant capacity
10.4 quarts (9.84 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. DO NOT mix different types or colors of engine coolant.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2011 Chrysler 300 take?
It depends on the engine: Base, Gas uses 5W-30; Base, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-30; C, 4WD uses 5W-20; C, RWD uses 5W-20; Limited, Gas uses 5W-30; Limited, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-30; Touring, Gas uses 5W-30; Touring, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2011 Chrysler 300?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, Gas holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, Gas/Ethanol holds 6.0 quarts with filter; C, 4WD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; C, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Limited, Gas holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Limited, Gas/Ethanol holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Touring, Gas holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Touring, Gas/Ethanol holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2011 Chrysler 300?
Most 2011 Chrysler 300 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 — Chrysler recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2011 Chrysler 300?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2011 Chrysler 300. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.