2012 Porsche Panamera Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your ultimate DIY maintenance guide for the 2012 Porsche Panamera oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2012 Porsche Panamera, 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 2012 Porsche Panamera oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cylinder 4620 B | 7.1 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS) SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C) | Porsche 0PB-115-466 Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 |
| 3.6L 6-cylinder 4640 3 | 9 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS) SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C) | Porsche 0PB-115-466 Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 |
| 3.6L 6-cylinder 4820 H | 9 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS) SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C) | Porsche 0PB-115-466 Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 |
| 4.8L 8-cylinder 4840 I | 9.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS) SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C) | Porsche 0PB-115-466 Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 |
| 4.8L 8-cylinder 4870 G Turbo | 9.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS) SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C) | Porsche 0PB-115-466 Porsche 9A7-115-499-00 |
| 4.8L 8-cylinder [D] CGFA M | 9.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS) SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C) | Porsche 958-107-222-01 |
Select Your 2012 Porsche Panamera Engine Option
3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code 4620 B
Engine:
3.0L 6-cylinder 4620 B [aka 3.0L V6 (Electric/Gas)]
Body & Trims:
4, 4S, Base, S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
7.1 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00 and 948-107-322-00
2012 Porsche Panamera 3.0L 6-cylinder 4620 B oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
7.1 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. Allow 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the pan before checking the level.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
3.6L 6-cylinder Engine Code 4640 3
Engine:
3.6L 6-cylinder 4640 3 [aka 3.6L V6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
4, 4S, Base, S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
9 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00 and 948-107-322-00
2012 Porsche Panamera 3.6L 6-cylinder 4640 3 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
9 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. To measure the oil level correctly, drive the vehicle for at least 6 miles and then check it on a flat, level surface.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
N/A
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
3.6L 6-cylinder Engine Code 4820 H
Engine:
3.6L 6-cylinder 4820 H [aka 3.6L V6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
4, 4S, Base, S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
9 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00 and 948-107-322-00
2012 Porsche Panamera 3.6L 6-cylinder 4820 H oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
9 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. To measure the oil level correctly, drive the vehicle for at least 6 miles and then check it on a flat, level surface.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
N/A
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
4.8L 8-cylinder Engine Code 4840 I
Engine:
4.8L 8-cylinder 4840 I [aka 4.8L V8 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
4, 4S, Base, S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00 and 948-107-322-00
2012 Porsche Panamera 4.8L 8-cylinder 4840 I oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. To measure the oil level correctly, drive the vehicle for at least 6 miles and then check it on a flat, level surface.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
N/A
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
4.8L 8-cylinder Engine Code 4870 G Turbo
Engine:
4.8L 8-cylinder 4870 G Turbo [aka 4.8L V8 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
4, 4S, Base, S, Turbo, Turbo S
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
948-107-222-00 and 948-107-322-00
2012 Porsche Panamera 4.8L 8-cylinder 4870 G Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. To measure the oil level correctly, drive the vehicle for at least 6 miles and then check it on a flat, level surface.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
N/A
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
4.8L 8-cylinder Engine Code [D] CGFA M
Engine:
4.8L 8-cylinder [D] CGFA M [aka 4.8L V8 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
S Hybrid
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
958-107-222-00
2012 Porsche Panamera 4.8L 8-cylinder [D] CGFA M oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO33
Oil Capacity:
9.5 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. To measure the oil level correctly, drive the vehicle for at least 6 miles and then check it on a flat, level surface.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
N/A
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
People also ask – 2012 Porsche Panamera
What is the oil capacity of a 2012 Porsche Panamera?
Depending on the specific engine option, the 2012 Porsche Panamera oil capacity ranges from 7.1 to 9.5 quarts. Here is the exact oil capacity breakdown for each available engine configuration:
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (4620 B): 7.1 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. Allow 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the pan before checking the level.
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (4640 3): 9 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. To measure the oil level correctly, drive the vehicle for at least 6 miles and then check it on a flat, level surface.
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (4820 H): 9 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. To measure the oil level correctly, drive the vehicle for at least 6 miles and then check it on a flat, level surface.
• 4.8L 8-cylinder (4840 I): 9.5 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. To measure the oil level correctly, drive the vehicle for at least 6 miles and then check it on a flat, level surface.
• 4.8L 8-cylinder (4870 G Turbo): 9.5 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. To measure the oil level correctly, drive the vehicle for at least 6 miles and then check it on a flat, level surface.
• 4.8L 8-cylinder ([D] CGFA M): 9.5 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. To measure the oil level correctly, drive the vehicle for at least 6 miles and then check it on a flat, level surface.
Always check your dipstick after refilling to ensure the proper level.
What type of oil does a 2012 Porsche Panamera use?
Across its 6 available engine configurations, the 2012 Porsche Panamera 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:
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (4620 B):Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (4640 3):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (4820 H):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 4.8L 8-cylinder (4840 I):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 4.8L 8-cylinder (4870 G Turbo):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
• 4.8L 8-cylinder ([D] CGFA M):
Grade: SEO33
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
What is the best oil filter for the 2012 Porsche Panamera?
The proper oil filter depends on your exact engine code. The 2012 Porsche Panamera utilizes the following premium aftermarket Wix oil filters across its lineup: 57204-EA. Here is the specific OEM and aftermarket filter data for each engine:
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (4620 B):OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466 or Porsche 9A7-115-499-00
Wix Filter: 57204-EA
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (4640 3):
OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466 or Porsche 9A7-115-499-00
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.6L 6-cylinder (4820 H):
OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466 or Porsche 9A7-115-499-00
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 4.8L 8-cylinder (4840 I):
OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466 or Porsche 9A7-115-499-00
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 4.8L 8-cylinder (4870 G Turbo):
OEM Filter: Porsche 0PB-115-466 or Porsche 9A7-115-499-00
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 4.8L 8-cylinder ([D] CGFA M):
OEM Filter: Porsche 958-107-222-01
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
How often should I change the oil in my 2012 Porsche Panamera?
For modern models running full synthetic oil, oil change intervals are typically every 7,500 to 10,000 miles. However, for older Porsche Panamera 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 (3.0L 6-cylinder, 3.6L 6-cylinder and 4.8L 8-cylinder), you should change your oil at least once a year even if you don’t reach the mileage limit.
