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2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG oil capacity, type & filter

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG takes 10 qt of 0W-40 oil (A3/B4 required). Supported by 6 checked sources.

Applies to checked engine: 6.0L 12-Cyl Turbo.

Catalog selectors list the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG as its own oil row, separate from nearby Mercedes-Benz model rows. In the checked rows, the checked capacity, viscosity, and filter pattern matches 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG and differs from 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG. Confirm the exact model name before buying oil or a filter; similar model names can share or split catalog rows. Current-row label: model qualifier S65. Nearby catalog rows use CL65; choose the matching qualifier in the seller selector.

Capacity 10 qt i Based on 1 checked source: Pennzoil OATS. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type 0W-40
A3/B4
Source checked What does 0W-40 mean? →
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
First candidate PG5544 Search PG5544 Purolator Additional candidate L35544 Confirm in selector K&N Additional candidate HP-7033 Confirm in selector

PG5544 is copied into the checkout checklist as the first source-backed candidate for the 6.0L 12-Cyl Turbo. 2 other candidate numbers are kept for cross-checking; confirm the exact filter in the retailer selector before buying.

6 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-26 How we verify →

Same oil capacity and viscosity as the 2010, 2012, 2013 model years in checked records.

Same oil specs also checked for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG.

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Oil product search paths for 0W-40
Mobil 1 0W-40 → Castrol Edge 0W-40 → Liqui Moly Leichtlauf 0W-40 →

Search paths only — confirm the bottle matches your viscosity, API/OEM approval requirements, and purchase quantity before checkout.

2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes

Filter part numbers

The filter part numbers listed above come from checked source rows for this vehicle and engine. Use them as candidates, then confirm the exact part number at checkout; do not substitute across engine rows.

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Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.

Quick reference for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG

Service specs at a glance
6.0L 12-Cyl Turbo Search this engine row →
Capacity
10 qt
Oil type
0W-40
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
PG5544

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-26 from AMSOIL fitment lookup, K&N Filters, Pennzoil oil application database, RockAuto parts catalog, Purolator fitment catalog, and Castrol fitment database.

Same oil specs on other 2008 Mercedes-Benz models

CL65 AMG

Checked oil rows for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG share the listed capacity, viscosity, and filter pattern with 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG. This page remains keyed to the exact S65 AMG row; confirm that model in the seller selector before buying oil or a filter.

Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG oil specs by year

10 checked Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG years in the database. Open the exact year page to confirm oil spec for your engine before buying.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2017 11.1 qt 0W-40 Purolator L35544
2015 11.1 qt 0W-40 Purolator L35544
2013 10 qt 0W-40 PG5544
2012 10 qt 0W-40 Purolator L35544
2011 9.5 qt 0W-40 Purolator L35544
2010 10 qt 0W-40 PG5544
2009 10 qt 0W-40 PG5544
2008 Current page 10 qt 0W-40 PG5544
2007 10 qt 0W-40 PG5544
2006 10 qt 0W-40 PG5544

How we verified 2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-26.

This page checked 6 sources for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG. Capacity: Pennzoil oil application database; oil type: Pennzoil oil application database, AMSOIL fitment lookup, and Castrol fitment database; filter: Purolator fitment catalog, RockAuto parts catalog, and K&N Filters.

Confidence
Cross-check pending i Some oil fields are based on checked source data but still need stronger cross-check evidence. Review area: 6.0L 12-Cyl Turbo capacity. Use the listed values as references and confirm the exact engine before ordering or adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Sources checked
6
Last checked
2026-06-26
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil oil application database
  • Oil type: Pennzoil oil application database, AMSOIL fitment lookup, and Castrol fitment database
  • OEM oil spec: Castrol fitment database
  • Filter: Purolator fitment catalog, RockAuto parts catalog, and K&N Filters
  • Change interval: Castrol fitment database
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL fitment lookup Oil type 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
K&N Filters Filter 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
Pennzoil oil application database Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
RockAuto parts catalog Filter 2026-06-26 Checked source
Purolator fitment catalog Filter 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
Castrol fitment database Oil type, Oil spec, Change interval 2026-06-26 Visit brand site

2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG oil questions that affect checkout

How often should I change the oil on a 2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG?

Castrol's service data indicates a 10,000 mi / 12 mo change interval for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG. Your actual service need depends on driving conditions and the oil-life monitor reading. Always confirm against your owner's manual; severe-duty cycles may shorten the interval.

2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG oil — questions before buying

Why does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG specify 0W-40 rather than a different grade?
The checked source rows on this page list 0W-40 for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG. Match that grade and any approval code shown for your exact engine before buying. Mercedes-Benz also requires the oil to meet A3/B4 approval — check the label on the bottle before buying.

2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG maintenance checklist

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