Nissan Maxima Oil Type & Capacity
The Nissan Maxima takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2015-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2009-2014 models use 5W-30 (4.9-5.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2015-2026 | 0W-20 | 5.1 qt |
| 2009-2014 | 5W-30 | 4.9-5.1 qt |
| 2004-2008 | 5W-30 | 4.2-4.4 qt |
| 1989-1995 | 5W-30 | 4.5 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 Maxima year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Nissan Maxima take?
The Nissan Maxima takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2015-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2009-2014 models use 5W-30 (4.9-5.1 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Nissan Maxima take?
About 5.1 qt with a filter change on 2015-2026 models, and 4.9-5.1 qt on 2009-2014 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 Maxima?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2015-2026: 0W-20; 2009-2014: 5W-30; 2004-2008: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.