Porsche 718 Boxster oil specs by year
The Porsche 718 Boxster (2017–2022) uses 6 qt of 0W-40 oil across all 5 model years covered here for the primary engine. Select a year below for the full record with filter part numbers and source notes.
Multiple engine options: The Porsche 718 Boxster was offered with 5 engine options across its history.
Open the exact year page and select your engine to see the correct capacity and viscosity for your vehicle.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 qt | 0W-40 | Purolator PL21446 Reference | Open record → |
| 2021 | 6 qt | 0W-40 | Purolator PL21446 Reference | Open record → |
| 2019 | 6 qt | 0W-40 | Purolator PL21446 Reference | Open record → |
| 2018 | 6 qt | 0W-40 | Purolator PL21446 Reference | Open record → |
| 2017 | 6 qt | 0W-40 | Purolator PL21446 Reference | Open record → |
Porsche 718 Boxster oil spec changes by year
Oil specs remained consistent across the 2017–2022 model years covered here. The primary engine uses 6 qt of 0W-40 throughout this range. Always open the exact year page and confirm the source notes before buying.
Capacity
6 qt
Same across all 5 listed years
Oil type
0W-40
Same across all 5 listed years
Filter brands
Purolator
In checked records — open year page for part numbers
- 2019: engine option “2.5L H4 Turbo” added.
- 2019: engine option “2.0L H4 Turbo” added.
- 2019: engine option “2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo” removed.
- 2019: engine option “2.5L 4-Cyl Turbo” removed.
- 2021: engine option “4.0L” added.
- 2021: engine option “2.5L H4 Turbo” removed.
Porsche 718 Boxster oil — frequently asked questions
- What oil does the Porsche 718 Boxster take?
- The Porsche 718 Boxster takes 6 qt of 0W-40 oil across the 2017–2022 model years covered here. Always open the exact year page and confirm in your owner's manual before buying.
- Is the oil capacity the same for all Porsche 718 Boxster years?
- Yes. All 5 Porsche 718 Boxster model years covered here use 6 qt as the primary engine capacity. Confirm in your owner's manual before buying.
- Does the Porsche 718 Boxster have different oil specs for different engines?
- Yes. The Porsche 718 Boxster has been offered with multiple engine options (2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo, 2.0L H4 Turbo, 2.5L 4-Cyl Turbo, and others). Each engine can have a different oil capacity and viscosity. Open the exact year page, select your engine, and confirm specs before buying.
- What oil filter fits the Porsche 718 Boxster?
- The most recent checked year lists Purolator PL21446 as a compatible oil filter for the Porsche 718 Boxster. Filter part numbers can change across model years — open the exact year page for the source-checked part number for your year.
Look up a specific Porsche 718 Boxster year
Select a model year to open the exact checked oil fitment record before ordering.