Checked oil specs by engine
2012 Porsche Boxster oil capacity, type & filter
The 2012 Porsche Boxster oil capacity is 7.9 qt (2.9L 6-Cyl) and 7.9 qt (3.4L 6-Cyl). All engines use 0W-40 oil.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.9L 6-Cyl | 7.9 qt | 0W-40 | PG99090EX |
| 3.4L 6-Cyl | 7.9 qt | 0W-40 | PG99090EX |
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2012 Porsche Boxster oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
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Source coverage for the 2012 Porsche Boxster
Supported by Pennzoil OATS.
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.
Supported by RockAuto.
3 checked source rows for the 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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Porsche Boxster oil specs by year
This table includes checked Porsche Boxster model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | Purolator PL21446 |
| 2019 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | Purolator PL21446 |
| 2018 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | Purolator PL21446 |
| 2017 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | Purolator PL21446 |
| 2015 | 7.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | PG99090EX |
| 2014 | 7.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | PG99090EX |
| 2013 | 7.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | PG99090EX |
| 2012 Current page | 7.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | PG99090EX |
| 2011 | 7.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | PG99090EX |
| 2010 | 7.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | PG99090EX |
| 2009 | 7.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | ECOGARD X5316 |
| 2008 | 8.2 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | Purolator L25316 |
| 2007 | 8.2 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | Purolator L25316 |
| 2006 | 8.2 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | ECOGARD X5316 |
| 2005 | 8.2 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-40 | PG5250 |
How we verified 2012 Porsche Boxster oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-27.
This page checked 3 sources for the 2012 Porsche Boxster. The table lists which checked source contributed capacity, oil type, or filter evidence.
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- Confidence
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- Sources checked
- 3
- Last checked
- 2026-06-27
- Capacity: Pennzoil OATS
- Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
- Filter: RockAuto
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMSOIL Lookup | Oil type | 2026-06-27 | Visit brand site |
| Pennzoil OATS | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-27 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-27 | Checked source |
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