2018 Porsche Cayenne Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Porsche Cayenne oil type depends on the engine: the Base takes 0W-30 (7.08 quarts qt with filter); the GTS takes 0W-40 (8.98 quarts qt with filter); the Platinum Edition takes 0W-30 (7.08 quarts qt with filter); the S takes 0W-40 (8.98 quarts qt with filter); the S E-Hybrid takes 0W-40 (6.6 quarts qt with filter); the S E-Hybrid Platinum Edition takes 0W-40 (6.6 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:
- Base: 0W-30, 7.08 quarts with filter
- GTS: 0W-40, 8.98 quarts with filter
- Platinum Edition: 0W-30, 7.08 quarts with filter
- S: 0W-40, 8.98 quarts with filter
- S E-Hybrid: 0W-40, 6.6 quarts with filter
- S E-Hybrid Platinum Edition: 0W-40, 6.6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base — Normally Aspirated,3.6L Eng | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-30 or 5W-30 For all temperature ranges | 7.08 QTS. | — | Complies with approval Porsche C30 or VW 504 00. |
| GTS — Turbocharger,3.6L Eng | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 For all temperature ranges. SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 For the temperature range above 13Deg F (-25Deg C) | 8.98 QTS. | — | Complies with approval Porsche A40. |
| Platinum Edition — Normally Aspirated,3.6L Eng | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-30 or 5W-30 For all temperature ranges | 7.08 QTS. | — | Complies with approval Porsche C30 or VW 504 00. |
| S — Turbocharger,3.6L Eng | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 For all temperature ranges. SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 For the temperature range above 13Deg F (-25Deg C) | 8.98 QTS. | — | Complies with approval Porsche A40. |
| S E-Hybrid — Supercharger,3.0L Eng,Gas/Electric | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 For all temperature ranges. SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 For the temperature range above 13Deg F (-25Deg C) | 6.60 QTS. | — | Complies with approval Porsche A40. |
| S E-Hybrid Platinum Edition — Supercharger,3.0L Eng,Gas/Electric | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 For all temperature ranges. SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 For the temperature range above 13Deg F (-25Deg C) | 6.60 QTS. | — | Complies with approval Porsche A40. |
| Turbo — Turbocharger,4.8L Eng | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 For all temperature ranges. SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 For the temperature range above 13Deg F (-25Deg C) | 10.04 QTS. | — | Complies with approval Porsche A40. |
| Turbo S — Turbocharger,4.8L Eng | MOBIL1 SAE 0W-40 For all temperature ranges. SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-50 For the temperature range above 13Deg F (-25Deg C) | 10.04 QTS. | — | Complies with approval Porsche A40. |
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Coolant capacity
N/A (N/A) — Glysanti G40 or alternatively antifreeze in accordance with G12++/VW TL 7744-G
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Porsche Cayenne take?
It depends on the engine: Base uses 0W-30; GTS uses 0W-40; Platinum Edition uses 0W-30; S uses 0W-40; S E-Hybrid uses 0W-40; S E-Hybrid Platinum Edition uses 0W-40; Turbo uses 0W-40; Turbo S uses 0W-40.
What is the oil capacity of a 2018 Porsche Cayenne?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base holds 7.08 quarts with filter; GTS holds 8.98 quarts with filter; Platinum Edition holds 7.08 quarts with filter; S holds 8.98 quarts with filter; S E-Hybrid holds 6.6 quarts with filter; S E-Hybrid Platinum Edition holds 6.6 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 2018 Porsche Cayenne?
Most 2018 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 2018 Porsche Cayenne?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Porsche Cayenne. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.