Saab 9-5 Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Saab 9-5 takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 6.3-6.6 qt with a filter change, on 2011 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2010 models take 6.6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 5W-30 | 6.3-6.6 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2010 | 5W-30 | 6.6 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
| 2009 | 5W-40 | 4.2 qt | Shop 5W-40 |
| 2004-2008 | 0W-30 | 4.2 qt | Shop 0W-30 |
| 2003 | 5W-40 | 4.2-4.8 qt | Shop 5W-40 |
| 1999-2002 | 10W-40 | 4.2-4.8 qt | Shop 10W-40 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every 9-5 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Saab 9-5 take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Saab 9-5 takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 6.3-6.6 qt with a filter change, on 2011 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2010 models take 6.6 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Saab 9-5 take?
About 6.3-6.6 qt with a filter change on 2011 models, and 6.6 qt on 2010 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Saab 9-5?
Yes. We record 6 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2011: 5W-30; 2010: 5W-30; 2009: 5W-40. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 13 of 13 model years is checked against a cited source, most often AMSOIL lookup guide - 2011 Saab 9-5, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (A20NFT), AMSOIL lookup guide - 2011 Saab 9-5, 2.8L 6-cyl turbo (A28NER) and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2010 Saab 9-5, 2.8L 6-cyl turbo (A28NER). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.