2011 Porsche Cayenne Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Porsche Cayenne oil type depends on the engine: the Base, Automatic takes 0W-40 (7.29 quarts with filter); the Base, Standard takes 0W-40 (7.29 quarts with filter); the S takes 0W-40 (10.0 quarts with filter); the Turbo takes 0W-40 (10.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, Automatic: 0W-40, 7.29 quarts with filter
- Base, Standard: 0W-40, 7.29 quarts with filter
- S: 0W-40, 10.0 quarts with filter
- Turbo: 0W-40, 10.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Automatic — 3.6L Eng | MOBIL1 Engine Oil, SAE 0W-40, Specification: ACEA A3 | 7.29 QTS. | — | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| Base, Standard — 3.6L Eng | MOBIL1 Engine Oil, SAE 0W-40, Specification: ACEA A3 | 7.29 QTS. | — | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| S — S,Turbo | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 10.00 QTS. | — | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| Turbo — S,Turbo | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 10.00 QTS. | — | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Cayenne
2011 Porsche Cayenne 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). Between approximately 13.95 - 18.6 qts. depending on equipment. Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2011 Porsche Cayenne take?
It depends on the engine: Base, Automatic uses 0W-40; Base, Standard uses 0W-40; S uses 0W-40; Turbo uses 0W-40.
How much oil does a 2011 Porsche Cayenne take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, Automatic holds 7.29 quarts with filter; Base, Standard holds 7.29 quarts with filter; S holds 10.0 quarts with filter; Turbo holds 10.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2011 Porsche Cayenne?
Yes. 0W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2011 Porsche Cayenne. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.