Maintenance and Fluid Information for 2016 Porsche BOXSTER 3.4L
For the 2016 Porsche BOXSTER 3.4L, you will find 5W-40 and 0W-40 in the engine-oil listings. The matching product listings include SAE 5W-40 MS Synthetic European Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 FS Synthetic European Motor Oil, SAE 0W-40 FS Synthetic European Motor Oil. Those are product matches, not proof that every listed oil meets every requirement for this engine. Check the manufacturer’s oil specification before choosing one.
The listing puts the oil capacity at 7.9 quarts with filter. It is a helpful guide for how much oil to have on hand, but use the specified level-check procedure after refilling to confirm the final amount.
What kind of oil does my 2016 Porsche BOXSTER 3.4L take?
5W-40, 0W-40 is the engine-oil viscosity listed for this vehicle.
How many quarts of oil does my 2016 Porsche BOXSTER 3.4L take with a filter change?
With the oil filter changed, the listed engine-oil capacity is 7.9 quarts with filter.
When should I change the oil in my 2016 Porsche BOXSTER 3.4L?
Use the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule for this engine and operating conditions. The available application data does not establish an exact oil-change interval.
What differential or gear oil does my 2016 Porsche BOXSTER 3.4L take?
The differential/gear-lubricant viscosities listed for this vehicle include 75W-90. These are catalog-listed gear-lubricant options, not interchangeable specifications; verify the correct axle, differential type, and manufacturer requirements before selecting one.
Which transmission-fluid type is listed for my 2016 Porsche BOXSTER 3.4L?
The transmission-fluid information for this vehicle lists dual-clutch transmission fluid.

