Checked oil specs by engine

2010 Nissan Pathfinder oil capacity, type & filter

The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder oil capacity is 5.4 qt (4.0L V6) and 6.9 qt (5.6L V8). All engines use 5W-30 oil.

2010 Nissan Pathfinder oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
4.0L V6 5.4 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K13
5.6L V8 6.9 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K13

Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

4.0L V6
Capacity 5.4 qt i Capacity condition is not listed in the checked data, so confirm whether the service-fill amount includes a new filter before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment Verified fit Buy at least 6 qt total; listed capacity is 5.4 qt.
Oil type 5W-30 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K13 Search EA15K13 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 PG4612 Search PG4612 Purolator L14610 Search L14610

AMSOIL EA15K13 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

5.6L V8
Capacity 6.9 qt Verified fit Buy at least 7 qt total; listed capacity is 6.9 qt (With filter).
Oil type 5W-30 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K13 Search EA15K13 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 PG4612 Search PG4612 Purolator L14610 Search L14610

AMSOIL EA15K13 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

5 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-23 How we verify →

Full synthetic options for 5W-30

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2010 Nissan Pathfinder oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes

Which engine applies?

Check the door jamb sticker, owner's manual, or displacement badge on the engine cover. Match it to the engine options listed above before buying oil or a filter.

Filter part numbers

All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.

Capacity condition

With filter means the volume includes a new filter. Service fill is the typical drain-and-fill amount. Dry fill is for a fresh empty engine only.

Verify before checkout

Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.

Source coverage for the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.

Oil type sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Filter sources

Supported by RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.

Source coverage

5 checked source rows for the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder.

Before ordering for this 2010 Nissan Pathfinder

Checkout verification checklist
4.0L V6 Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
5.4 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
7,500 mi / 6 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K13
5.6L V8 Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
6.9 qt (With filter)
Oil type
5W-30
Interval
7,500 mi / 6 mo
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K13

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-23 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Nissan Pathfinder oil specs by year

This table includes checked Nissan Pathfinder model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2025 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2024 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2023 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2022 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2021 6.2 qt 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL51358
2020 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2019 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2018 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2017 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2016 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2015 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K12
2014 5.1 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12
2013 5.1 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12
2012 5.4 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K13
2011 5.4 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH2867
2010 Current page 5.4 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K13
2009 5.4 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K13
2008 5.4 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K13
2007 5.4 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K13
2006 5.4 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K13
2005 5.4 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K13

How we verified 2010 Nissan Pathfinder oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-23.

This page checked 5 sources for the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. The table lists which checked source contributed capacity, oil type, or filter evidence.

We checked leading oil brands and aftermarket filter catalogs so you don't have to.

Confidence
Verified fit
Sources checked
5
Last checked
2026-06-23
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Change interval: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-23 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-23 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-23 Checked source
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-23 Visit brand site
Castrol (Olyslager) Oil type 2026-06-23 Visit brand site

2010 Nissan Pathfinder maintenance checklist

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