Nissan Sentra Oil Type & Capacity
The Nissan Sentra takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.2-4.8 qt with a filter change, on 2014-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2007-2013 models use 5W-30 (4-5.2 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2014-2026 | 0W-20 | 4.2-4.8 qt |
| 2007-2013 | 5W-30 | 4-5.2 qt |
| 2000-2006 | 5W-30 | 2.9-4.4 qt |
| 1994-1999 | 5W-30 | 3.2-3.6 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 Sentra year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Nissan Sentra take?
The Nissan Sentra takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.2-4.8 qt with a filter change, on 2014-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2007-2013 models use 5W-30 (4-5.2 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Nissan Sentra take?
About 4.2-4.8 qt with a filter change on 2014-2026 models, and 4-5.2 qt on 2007-2013 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 Sentra?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2014-2026: 0W-20; 2007-2013: 5W-30; 2000-2006: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.