2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 oil type depends on the engine: the 4Matic, 4D Sedan takes 0W-30 (7.4 quarts with filter); the 4Matic, 4D Wagon takes 0W-30 (7.4 quarts with filter); the Base, 2D Convertible, 272.961 takes 0W-30 (8.5 quarts with filter); the Base, 2D Convertible, 272.988 takes 0W-30 (8.5 quarts with filter); the Base, 2D Coupe, 272.961 takes 0W-30 (8.5 quarts with filter); the Base, 2D Coupe, 272.988 takes 0W-30 (8.5 quarts with filter); the Base, 4D Sedan takes 0W-30 (8.5 quarts with filter); the BlueTEC takes 5W-30 (8.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 4Matic, 4D Sedan: 0W-30, 7.4 quarts with filter
- 4Matic, 4D Wagon: 0W-30, 7.4 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Convertible, 272.961: 0W-30, 8.5 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Convertible, 272.988: 0W-30, 8.5 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Coupe, 272.961: 0W-30, 8.5 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Coupe, 272.988: 0W-30, 8.5 quarts with filter
- Base, 4D Sedan: 0W-30, 8.5 quarts with filter
- BlueTEC: 5W-30, 8.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Matic, 4D Sedan — 4Matic | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 7.40 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| 4Matic, 4D Wagon — 4Matic | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 7.40 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| Base, 2D Convertible, 272.961 — Base | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 8.50 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| Base, 2D Convertible, 272.988 — Base | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 8.50 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| Base, 2D Coupe, 272.961 — Base | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 8.50 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| Base, 2D Coupe, 272.988 — Base | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 8.50 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| Base, 4D Sedan — Base | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 8.50 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| BlueTEC — BlueTEC | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 8.50 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
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More specs & repair guides for your E350
2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.9 quarts (8.42 L) — MB 325.0 corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze agent
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 take?
It depends on the engine: 4Matic, 4D Sedan uses 0W-30; 4Matic, 4D Wagon uses 0W-30; Base, 2D Convertible, 272.961 uses 0W-30; Base, 2D Convertible, 272.988 uses 0W-30; Base, 2D Coupe, 272.961 uses 0W-30; Base, 2D Coupe, 272.988 uses 0W-30; Base, 4D Sedan uses 0W-30; BlueTEC uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 4Matic, 4D Sedan holds 7.4 quarts with filter; 4Matic, 4D Wagon holds 7.4 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Convertible, 272.961 holds 8.5 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Convertible, 272.988 holds 8.5 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Coupe, 272.961 holds 8.5 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Coupe, 272.988 holds 8.5 quarts with filter; Base, 4D Sedan holds 8.5 quarts with filter; BlueTEC holds 8.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.