2013 Porsche Cayenne Oil Type & Capacity
The 2013 Porsche Cayenne oil type depends on the engine: the 4.8L takes 0W-40 (10.04 quarts qt with filter); the Base, Automatic Trans takes 5W-30 (7.08 quarts qt with filter); the Base, Standard Trans takes 5W-30 (7.08 quarts qt with filter); the Diesel takes 0W-30 (7.3 quarts qt with filter); the S takes 0W-40 (10.04 quarts qt with filter); the S Hybrid takes 0W-30 (7.3 quarts qt with filter); the Turbo takes 0W-40 (10.04 quarts qt with filter); the Turbo S takes 0W-40 (10.04 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 4.8L: 0W-40, 10.04 quarts with filter
- 4.8L: 0W-40, 10.04 quarts with filter
- Base, Automatic Trans: 5W-30, 7.08 quarts with filter
- Base, Standard Trans: 5W-30, 7.08 quarts with filter
- Diesel: 0W-30, 7.3 quarts with filter
- S: 0W-40, 10.04 quarts with filter
- S Hybrid: 0W-30, 7.3 quarts with filter
- Turbo: 0W-40, 10.04 quarts with filter
- Turbo S: 0W-40, 10.04 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8L — GTS, 4.8L Eng VIN B, GTS,S,4.8L Eng | 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. | — | Complies with approval Porsche A40. |
| 4.8L — GTS, 4.8L Eng VIN D, GTS,S,4.8L Eng | 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. | — | Complies with approval Porsche A40. |
| Base, Automatic Trans — 3.6L Eng | MOBIL1 SAE 5W-30 For all temperature ranges | 7.08 QTS. | — | Complies with approval Porsche C30 or VW 504 00. |
| Base, Standard Trans — 3.6L Eng | MOBIL1 SAE 5W-30 For all temperature ranges | 7.08 QTS. | — | Complies with approval Porsche C30 or VW 504 00. |
| Diesel — 3.0L Eng,Diesel | MOBIL1 SAE 5W-30 For all temperature ranges | 7.71 QTS. | — | Complies with approval Porsche C30 or VW 507 00. |
| Diesel — 3.0L Eng | For all temperature ranges: SAE 0W-30 or SAE 5W-30 | 7.30 QTS. | 6.80 QTS. | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| S — GTS,S,4.8L Eng | 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. | — | Complies with approval Porsche A40. |
| S Hybrid — 3.0L Eng | For all temperature ranges: SAE 0W-30 or SAE 5W-30 | 7.30 QTS. | 6.80 QTS. | Use only fluids and fuels authorized by Porsche. |
| Turbo — Turbo,Turbo S,4.8L Eng | 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. | — | Complies with approval Porsche A40. |
| Turbo S — Turbo,Turbo S,4.8L Eng | 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. | — | Complies with approval Porsche A40. |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2013 Porsche Cayenne take?
It depends on the engine: 4.8L uses 0W-40; Base, Automatic Trans uses 5W-30; Base, Standard Trans uses 5W-30; Diesel uses 0W-30; S uses 0W-40; S Hybrid uses 0W-30; Turbo uses 0W-40; Turbo S uses 0W-40.
What is the oil capacity of a 2013 Porsche Cayenne?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 4.8L holds 10.04 quarts with filter; Base, Automatic Trans holds 7.08 quarts with filter; Base, Standard Trans holds 7.08 quarts with filter; Diesel holds 7.3 quarts with filter; S holds 10.04 quarts with filter; S Hybrid holds 7.3 quarts with filter; Turbo holds 10.04 quarts with filter; Turbo S holds 10.04 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2013 Porsche Cayenne?
Most 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 — Porsche recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2013 Porsche Cayenne?
Yes. 0W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Porsche Cayenne. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.