Porsche Cayenne Oil Type & Capacity
The Porsche Cayenne takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 7.9 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2024 models take 7.6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 0W-20 | 7.9 qt |
| 2024 | 0W-20 | 7.6 qt |
| 2022-2023 | 0W-20 | 7.9 qt |
| 2021 | 0W-20 | 7.6 qt |
| 2020 | 0W-20 | 7.9 qt |
| 2019 | 0W-20 | 7.6 qt |
| 2011-2018 | 0W-40 / 5W-30 | 7.2-10 qt |
| 2003-2010 | 5W-30 | 6.7-8.8 qt |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources.
Every Cayenne year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Porsche Cayenne take?
The Porsche Cayenne takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 7.9 qt with a filter change, on 2025-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2024 models take 7.6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Porsche Cayenne take?
About 7.9 qt with a filter change on 2025-2026 models, and 7.6 qt on 2024 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Porsche Cayenne?
Yes. We record 8 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2025-2026: 0W-20; 2024: 0W-20; 2022-2023: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.