2012 Porsche Cayenne Oil Type & Capacity
The 2012 Porsche Cayenne oil type depends on the engine: the Base, Automatic Trans takes 0W-40 (7.29 quarts with filter); the Base, Standard Trans takes 0W-40 (7.29 quarts with filter); the S takes 0W-40 (10.04 quarts with filter); the Turbo takes 0W-40 (10.04 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, Automatic Trans: 0W-40, 7.29 quarts with filter
- Base, Standard Trans: 0W-40, 7.29 quarts with filter
- S: 0W-40, 10.04 quarts with filter
- Turbo: 0W-40, 10.04 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Automatic Trans — Base | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 7.29 QTS. | — | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| Base, Standard Trans — Base | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 7.29 QTS. | — | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| S — S | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 10.04 QTS. | — | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| Turbo — Turbo | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 (for all temperature ranges), SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 (for temperature ranges over -13Deg.f (-25Deg.C). | 10.04 QTS. | — | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Cayenne
2012 Porsche Cayenne factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2012 Porsche Cayenne take?
It depends on the engine: Base, Automatic Trans uses 0W-40; Base, Standard Trans uses 0W-40; S uses 0W-40; Turbo uses 0W-40.
How much oil does a 2012 Porsche Cayenne take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, Automatic Trans holds 7.29 quarts with filter; Base, Standard Trans holds 7.29 quarts with filter; S holds 10.04 quarts with filter; Turbo holds 10.04 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2012 Porsche Cayenne?
Yes. 0W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2012 Porsche Cayenne. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.