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2021 Nissan Pathfinder oil capacity, type & filter

The 2021 Nissan Pathfinder takes 6.2 qt of 0W-20 oil.

Applies to checked engine: 3.5L V6.

Capacity 6.2 qt i Based on 2 checked sources: Valvoline Product Finder and CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: additional evidence. Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type 0W-20 i Based on 3 checked sources: Valvoline Product Finder, Castrol (Olyslager), and CarAraC Engine Oil. Additional cross-check is still pending: additional evidence. Use it as a reference, then confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout.
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
PRO-TEC Shown first PXL51358 Search PXL51358 Purolator L14612 Search L14612 K&N HP-1008 Search HP-1008

PRO-TEC PXL51358 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

6 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-27 How we verify →

Where to Buy View Data Sources
Buy oil & filters:
Walmart → AutoZone → Amazon → O'Reilly →
Full synthetic options for 0W-20
Mobil 1 Extended Performance 0W-20 → Castrol Edge 0W-20 → Pennzoil Platinum 0W-20 →

Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.

2021 Nissan Pathfinder oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes

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 2021 Nissan Pathfinder

Capacity sources

Supported by Valvoline Product Finder and CarAraC Engine Oil.

Oil type sources

Supported by CarAraC Engine Oil, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Filter sources

Supported by K&N Filters, Purolator Part Finder, and RockAuto.

Source coverage

6 checked source rows for the 2021 Nissan Pathfinder.

Before ordering for this 2021 Nissan Pathfinder

Checkout verification checklist
3.5L V6 Buy →
Capacity
6.2 qt (Service fill)
Oil type
0W-20
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
PRO-TEC PXL51358

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-27 from K&N Filters, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, Valvoline Product Finder, CarAraC Engine Oil, 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 Current page 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 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 2021 Nissan Pathfinder oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-27.

This page checked 6 sources for the 2021 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
Cross-check pending i Some oil fields are based on checked source data but still need stronger cross-check evidence. Review area: 3.5L V6 capacity and 3.5L V6 oil type. Use the listed values as references and confirm the exact engine before ordering or adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Sources checked
6
Last checked
2026-06-27
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Valvoline Product Finder and CarAraC Engine Oil
  • Oil type: CarAraC Engine Oil, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Filter: K&N Filters, Purolator Part Finder, and RockAuto
  • Change interval: CarAraC Engine Oil, Valvoline Product Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager)
Source Supports Checked Link
K&N Filters Filter 2026-06-27 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-27 Checked source
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-27 Visit brand site
Valvoline Product Finder Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-27 Checked source
CarAraC Engine Oil Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-27 Checked source
Castrol (Olyslager) Oil type 2026-06-27 Visit brand site

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