Nissan Quest Oil Type & Capacity
The Nissan Quest takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.9 qt with a filter change, on 2011-2017 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2004-2009 models use 5W-30 (4.2-4.4 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2011-2017 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.9 qt |
| 2004-2009 | 5W-30 | 4.2-4.4 qt |
| 1999-2003 | 5W-30 | 4 qt |
| 1994-1998 | 5W-30 | 4.2 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 Quest year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Nissan Quest take?
The Nissan Quest takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.9 qt with a filter change, on 2011-2017 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2004-2009 models use 5W-30 (4.2-4.4 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Nissan Quest take?
About 4.9 qt with a filter change on 2011-2017 models, and 4.2-4.4 qt on 2004-2009 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 Quest?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2011-2017: 0W-20/5W-30; 2004-2009: 5W-30; 1999-2003: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.