2011 Porsche 911 Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your ultimate DIY maintenance guide for the 2011 Porsche 911 oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2011 Porsche 911, including exact engine oil capacity, the manufacturer recommended oil viscosity and type, and the correct OEM and aftermarket oil filters.
We cover all available engine options categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get pinpoint accuracy for your specific vehicle configuration. Keep reading to discover everything required for a successful 2011 Porsche 911 oil change!
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Select Your 2011 Porsche 911 Engine Option
3.6L 6-cylinder Engine Code 9770R Z Turbo
Engine:
3.6L 6-cylinder 9770R Z Turbo [aka 3.6L H6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera S, GT3, GT3 RS, Speedster, Targa 4, Targa 4S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
8.5 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 and Porsche 996-107-225-53
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00, 948-107-322-00 and 996-107-225-52
2011 Porsche 911 3.6L 6-cylinder 9770R Z Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
8.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
29.6 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
52 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
3.6L 6-cylinder Engine Code A102 V
Engine:
3.6L 6-cylinder A102 V [aka 3.6L H6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera S, GT3, GT3 RS, Speedster, Targa 4, Targa 4S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
7.9 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 and Porsche 996-107-225-53
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00, 948-107-322-00 and 996-107-225-52
2011 Porsche 911 3.6L 6-cylinder A102 V oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
30.5 quarts - Coolant capacity ranges from 28.9-31.5 liters (7.63-8.32 Gallons).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
37 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
3.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code 9777 X
Engine:
3.8L 6-cylinder 9777 X [aka 3.8L H6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera S, GT3, GT3 RS, Speedster, Targa 4, Targa 4S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 and Porsche 996-107-225-53
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00, 948-107-322-00 and 996-107-225-52
2011 Porsche 911 3.8L 6-cylinder 9777 X oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
31.7 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
Oil Tank - 44 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
Oil Pan - 52 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
Notes:
N/A
3.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code 9777R W
Engine:
3.8L 6-cylinder 9777R W [aka 3.8L H6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera S, GT3, GT3 RS, Speedster, Targa 4, Targa 4S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 and Porsche 996-107-225-53
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00, 948-107-322-00 and 996-107-225-52
2011 Porsche 911 3.8L 6-cylinder 9777R W oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
31.7 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
52 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
3.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code A103 U
Engine:
3.8L 6-cylinder A103 U [aka 3.8L H6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera S, GT3, GT3 RS, Speedster, Targa 4, Targa 4S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
7.9 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 and Porsche 996-107-225-53
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00, 948-107-322-00 and 996-107-225-52
2011 Porsche 911 3.8L 6-cylinder A103 U oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
30.5 quarts - Coolant capacity ranges from 28.9-31.5 liters (7.63-8.32 Gallons).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
37 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
3.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code A170 7 Turbo
Engine:
3.8L 6-cylinder A170 7 Turbo [aka 3.8L H6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera S, GT3, GT3 RS, Speedster, Targa 4, Targa 4S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
7.9 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 and Porsche 996-107-225-53
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00, 948-107-322-00 and 996-107-225-52
2011 Porsche 911 3.8L 6-cylinder A170 7 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
31.7 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
37 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
3.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code MA1.01 1
Engine:
3.8L 6-cylinder MA1.01 1 [aka 3.8L H6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera S, GT3, GT3 RS, Speedster, Targa 4, Targa 4S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
7.9 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 and Porsche 996-107-225-53
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00, 948-107-322-00 and 996-107-225-52
2011 Porsche 911 3.8L 6-cylinder MA1.01 1 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
30.5 quarts - Coolant capacity ranges from 28.9-31.5 liters (7.63-8.32 Gallons).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
37 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
3.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code MA1.70S 8 Turbo
Engine:
3.8L 6-cylinder MA1.70S 8 Turbo [aka 3.8L H6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera S, GT3, GT3 RS, Speedster, Targa 4, Targa 4S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
7.9 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 and Porsche 996-107-225-53
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00, 948-107-322-00 and 996-107-225-52
2011 Porsche 911 3.8L 6-cylinder MA1.70S 8 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
26.4 quarts - For models with a Manual Transaxle (MTXL).
28.5 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transaxle (ATXL).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
37 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
4.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code 9776T Y
Engine:
4.0L 6-cylinder 9776T Y [aka 4.0L H6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GT2 RS, GT3, GT3 RS, GT3 RS 4.0, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
996-107-225-52
2011 Porsche 911 4.0L 6-cylinder 9776T Y oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
29.6 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
52 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
People also ask – 2011 Porsche 911
What is the oil capacity of a 2011 Porsche 911?
Depending on the specific engine option, the 2011 Porsche 911 oil capacity ranges from 7.9 to 9.5 quarts. Here is the exact oil capacity breakdown for each available engine configuration:
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (9770R Z Turbo): 8.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (A102 V): 7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (9777 X): 9.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (9777R W): 9.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (A103 U): 7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (A170 7 Turbo): 7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (MA1.01 1): 7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (MA1.70S 8 Turbo): 7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 4.0L 6-cylinder (9776T Y): 9.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Always check your dipstick after refilling to ensure the proper level.
What type of oil does a 2011 Porsche 911 use?
Across its 9 available engine configurations, the 2011 Porsche 911 uses the following motor oil viscosities: SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C). Using the correct manufacturer-approved oil weight is crucial for engine health. Here are the specific oil type requirements by engine:
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (9770R Z Turbo):Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (A102 V):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (9777 X):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (9777R W):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (A103 U):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (A170 7 Turbo):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (MA1.01 1):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (MA1.70S 8 Turbo):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 4.0L 6-cylinder (9776T Y):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
What is the best oil filter for the 2011 Porsche 911?
The proper oil filter depends on your exact engine code. The 2011 Porsche 911 utilizes the following premium aftermarket Wix oil filters across its lineup: . Here is the specific OEM and aftermarket filter data for each engine:
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (9770R Z Turbo):OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 or Porsche 996-107-225-53
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (A102 V):
OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 or Porsche 996-107-225-53
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (9777 X):
OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 or Porsche 996-107-225-53
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (9777R W):
OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 or Porsche 996-107-225-53
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (A103 U):
OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 or Porsche 996-107-225-53
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (A170 7 Turbo):
OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 or Porsche 996-107-225-53
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (MA1.01 1):
OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 or Porsche 996-107-225-53
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.8L 6-cylinder (MA1.70S 8 Turbo):
OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466, Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 or Porsche 996-107-225-53
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 4.0L 6-cylinder (9776T Y):
OEM Filter: Porsche 996-107-225-53
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
How often should I change the oil in my 2011 Porsche 911?
For modern models running full synthetic oil, oil change intervals are typically every 7,500 to 10,000 miles. However, for older Porsche 911 generations (1985-2010) or those using conventional/synthetic-blend fluid, changing the oil and filter every 3,000 to 5,000 miles is highly recommended to prevent sludge buildup. Regardless of engine (3.6L 6-cylinder, 3.8L 6-cylinder and 4.0L 6-cylinder), you should change your oil at least once a year even if you don’t reach the mileage limit.
