Nissan Altima Oil Type & Capacity
The Nissan Altima takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 5-5.4 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2013-2018 models use 0W-20 (4.9-5.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2019-2026 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 5-5.4 qt |
| 2013-2018 | 0W-20 | 4.9-5.1 qt |
| 2007-2012 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.4-4.9 qt |
| 2002-2006 | 5W-30 | 4.4 qt |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources.
Every Altima year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Nissan Altima take?
The Nissan Altima takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 5-5.4 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2013-2018 models use 0W-20 (4.9-5.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Nissan Altima take?
About 5-5.4 qt with a filter change on 2019-2026 models, and 4.9-5.1 qt on 2013-2018 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 Nissan Altima?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2019-2026: 0W-20/5W-30; 2013-2018: 0W-20; 2007-2012: 0W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.