2011 Dodge Challenger Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Dodge Challenger oil type depends on the engine: the R/T Classic, EZC takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the R/T Classic, EZH takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the R/T Plus, EZC takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the R/T Plus, EZH takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, EZC takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the R/T, EZH takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the Rallye takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the SRT-8, ESG, Automatic takes 5W-40 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the SRT-8, ESG, Standard takes 5W-40 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the SRT-8, ESH, Automatic takes 5W-40 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the SRT-8, ESH, Standard takes 5W-40 (7.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- R/T Classic, EZC: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- R/T Classic, EZH: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- R/T Plus, EZC: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- R/T Plus, EZH: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, EZC: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, EZH: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Rallye: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SE: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SRT-8, ESG, Automatic: 5W-40, 7.0 quarts with filter
- SRT-8, ESG, Standard: 5W-40, 7.0 quarts with filter
- SRT-8, ESH, Automatic: 5W-40, 7.0 quarts with filter
- SRT-8, ESH, Standard: 5W-40, 7.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R/T Classic, EZC — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| R/T Classic, EZH — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| R/T Plus, EZC — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| R/T Plus, EZH — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| R/T, EZC — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| R/T, EZH — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Rallye — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| SE — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| SRT-8, ESG, Automatic — 6.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-40 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| SRT-8, ESG, Standard — 6.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-40 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| SRT-8, ESH, Automatic — 6.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-40 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| SRT-8, ESH, Standard — 6.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-40 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
14.7 quarts (13.91 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 Dodge Challenger take?
It depends on the engine: R/T Classic, EZC uses 5W-20; R/T Classic, EZH uses 5W-20; R/T Plus, EZC uses 5W-20; R/T Plus, EZH uses 5W-20; R/T, EZC uses 5W-20; R/T, EZH uses 5W-20; Rallye uses 5W-30; SE uses 5W-30; SRT-8, ESG, Automatic uses 5W-40; SRT-8, ESG, Standard uses 5W-40; SRT-8, ESH, Automatic uses 5W-40; SRT-8, ESH, Standard uses 5W-40.
What is the oil capacity of a 2011 Dodge Challenger?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: R/T Classic, EZC holds 7.0 quarts with filter; R/T Classic, EZH holds 7.0 quarts with filter; R/T Plus, EZC holds 7.0 quarts with filter; R/T Plus, EZH holds 7.0 quarts with filter; R/T, EZC holds 7.0 quarts with filter; R/T, EZH holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Rallye holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SE holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SRT-8, ESG, Automatic holds 7.0 quarts with filter; SRT-8, ESG, Standard holds 7.0 quarts with filter; SRT-8, ESH, Automatic holds 7.0 quarts with filter; SRT-8, ESH, Standard holds 7.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2011 Dodge Challenger?
Most 2011 Dodge Challenger 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 2011 Dodge Challenger?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2011 Dodge Challenger. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.