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2021 Nissan Frontier oil capacity, type & filter
The 2021 Nissan Frontier takes 5.3 qt of 0W-20 oil.
Applies to checked engine: 3.8L V6.
Champ PH2867 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
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2021 Nissan Frontier oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.
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.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2021 Nissan Frontier
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by K&N Filters, Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and AMSOIL Lookup.
6 checked source rows for the 2021 Nissan Frontier.
Before ordering for this 2021 Nissan Frontier
- Capacity
- 5.3 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 0W-20
- Interval
- 7,500 mi / 6 mo
- Filter
- Champ PH2867
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-23 from K&N Filters, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, AMSOIL Lookup, Purolator Part Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Nissan Frontier oil specs by year
This table includes checked Nissan Frontier model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5.3 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2024 | 5.3 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2023 | 5.3 qt | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH2867 |
| 2022 | 6.6 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | PRO-TEC PXL57356 |
| 2021 Current page | 5.3 qt | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH2867 |
| 2020 | 5.3 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2019 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | Purolator L14612 |
| 2018 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH2876 |
| 2017 | 6.7 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2016 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 2015 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH2876 |
| 2014 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 2013 | 5.4 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2012 | 4.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 2011 | 5.3 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL51358 |
| 2010 | 5.3 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 2009 | 5.3 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 2008 | 5.3 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 2007 | 5.3 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 2006 | 5.3 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 2005 | 5.3 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
How we verified 2021 Nissan Frontier oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-23.
This page checked 6 sources for the 2021 Nissan Frontier. 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
- 6
- Last checked
- 2026-06-23
- Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Oil type: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Filter: K&N Filters, Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and AMSOIL Lookup
- Change interval: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| K&N Filters | 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 |
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Oil type, Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
2021 Nissan Frontier maintenance checklist
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