2011 Porsche Panamera Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Porsche Panamera oil type depends on the engine: the 4 takes 0W-40 (9.0 quarts with filter); the 4S takes 0W-40 (9.52 quarts with filter); the Base takes 0W-40 (9.0 quarts with filter); the S takes 0W-40 (9.52 quarts with filter); the Turbo takes 0W-40 (9.52 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 4: 0W-40, 9.0 quarts with filter
- 4S: 0W-40, 9.52 quarts with filter
- Base: 0W-40, 9.0 quarts with filter
- S: 0W-40, 9.52 quarts with filter
- Turbo: 0W-40, 9.52 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 — 4,Base | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 9.00 QTS. | 8.12 QTS. | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| 4S — 4S,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). | 9.52 QTS. | 8.68 QTS. | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| Base — 4,Base | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 9.00 QTS. | 8.12 QTS. | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| S — 4S,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). | 9.52 QTS. | 8.68 QTS. | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| Turbo — 4S,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). | 9.52 QTS. | 8.68 QTS. | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2011 Porsche Panamera take?
It depends on the engine: 4 uses 0W-40; 4S uses 0W-40; Base uses 0W-40; S uses 0W-40; Turbo uses 0W-40.
How much oil does a 2011 Porsche Panamera take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 4 holds 9.0 quarts with filter; 4S holds 9.52 quarts with filter; Base holds 9.0 quarts with filter; S holds 9.52 quarts with filter; Turbo holds 9.52 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2011 Porsche Panamera?
Yes. 0W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2011 Porsche Panamera. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.