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title: "2019-2025 Nissan Altima Oil Type: 0W-20, 5.4 qt"
description: "The 2019-2025 Nissan Altima takes 0W-20 engine oil, 5.4 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Nissan 15208-65F0E. Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/oil"
updated: "2026-08-20"
---

# 2019-2025 Nissan Altima Oil Type and Capacity

The 2019-2025 Nissan Altima takes 0W-20 engine oil, 5.4 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Nissan 15208-65F0E. Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents.

**Quick answer**: The 2019-2025 Nissan Altima (2.5L 4-cylinder direct-injection (PR25DD)) takes 0W-20 engine oil, 5.4 quarts with a filter change (OEM filter Nissan 15208-65F0E). Other engines differ; see the tables below.

## 2019-2025 Nissan Altima 2.5L 4-cylinder direct-injection (PR25DD) oil (Verified)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil standard | API SN/SP energy-conserving / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6A |
| Capacity (with filter) | 5.4 qt / 5.1 L |
| Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) |
| OEM filter | Nissan 15208-65F0E |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram PH6607 / XG6607 (Ultra), Wix 57356, Purolator L14612 |
| Change interval | 5,000 mi / 6 months (Schedule 1, most drivers); Schedule 2 stretches to ~7,500-10,000 mi for easy highway use |
| Drain plug torque | 25 ft-lbs |

Note: Nissan's own spec sheet lists 5.3 qt; AMSOIL and service guides list 5.4 qt with filter. Check the dipstick. Direct injection makes oil dilution/level checks worth doing between changes.

## 2019-2025 Nissan Altima 2.0L VC-Turbo (KR20DDET variable-compression) oil (Verified)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil standard | API SN/SP energy-conserving / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6A |
| Capacity (with filter) | 5.6 qt / 5.3 L |
| Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) |
| OEM filter | Nissan 15208-65F0E |
| Aftermarket filters | Wix 57356, Fram XG6607 (Ultra) |
| Change interval | 5,000 mi / 6 months, stick to the short interval on this engine |

Note: 5.6-qt capacity is from Nissan's official 2019 spec sheet. Given the VC-Turbo's bearing-debris recall history, short oil-change intervals with a quality synthetic and a magnet-check of the drain plug are cheap insurance.

## Which Nissan Altima model years does this cover?

These oil specifications apply to every Nissan Altima built from 2019 through 2025, the L34 (6th generation), mid-size sedan (fwd; awd available with 2.5l). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years.

- [2019 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019)
- [2020 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2020)
- [2021 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2021)
- [2022 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2022)
- [2023 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2023)
- [2024 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2024)
- [2025 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2025)

## What changed during the 2019-2025 Nissan Altima

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2019 | Generation launch: PR25DD 2.5L with first-ever Altima AWD option, 2.0L VC-Turbo replaces the V6, ProPILOT Assist available, electronic parking brake standard |
| 2020 | Platinum VC-Turbo's last year; Safety Shield 360 standard on more trims |
| 2021 | VC-Turbo now SR-only |
| 2022 | Carryover year: S/SV/SR/SR VC-Turbo/Platinum lineup and powertrains unchanged ahead of the 2023 facelift |
| 2023 | Facelift: new grille and wheels, available 12.3-in touchscreen with wireless CarPlay, updated Intelligent Cruise |
| 2024 | Carries over following the 2023 refresh; lineup unchanged (S, SV, SR, SR VC-Turbo, SL) ahead of the VC-Turbo's discontinuation for 2025 |
| 2025 | Final model year. VC-Turbo dropped, 2.5L only; SV Special Edition added. Nissan announced Altima production ends after 2025. |

## 2019-2025 Nissan Altima oil: common questions

### How many quarts of oil does a 2019-2025 Nissan Altima take?

It depends on the engine. The 2.5L 4-cylinder direct-injection (PR25DD) takes 5.4 quarts; The 2.0L VC-Turbo (KR20DDET variable-compression) takes 5.6 quarts, all figures include a new filter.

### What kind of oil does a 2019-2025 Nissan Altima take?

0W-20 meeting API SN/SP energy-conserving / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6A. Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above.

### Can you use a different viscosity in a 2019-2025 Nissan Altima?

The factory specification is 0W-20 and no alternate grade is listed for this engine. Modern variable-valve-timing hardware is sized around the specified viscosity, so substituting a thicker oil is not a free choice.

### How often does a 2019-2025 Nissan Altima need an oil change?

5,000 mi / 6 months (Schedule 1, most drivers); Schedule 2 stretches to ~7,500-10,000 mi for easy highway use. Short trips, towing, extended idling, and dusty or very cold conditions all put the vehicle on the severe-service side of that interval.

### What oil filter does a 2019-2025 Nissan Altima take?

The OEM filter is Nissan 15208-65F0E. Common equivalents: Fram PH6607 / XG6607 (Ultra), Wix 57356, Purolator L14612. Torque the drain plug to 25 lb-ft. An overtightened plug strips an aluminium pan.

## Sources

- [Nissan USA Newsroom, 2019 Altima specifications (oil capacities, weights, fuel tank)](https://usa.nissannews.com/en-US/releases/release-215892633e2d484998bf260cfe01349c-2019-nissan-altima-specifications)
- [AMSOIL product lookup, 2019 Altima 2.5L PR25DD (0W-20, 5.4 qt, drain plug 22-29 ft-lbs)](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2019/nissan-datsun/altima/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-pr25dd-d/)
- [NHTSA recall 25V-437, VC-Turbo engine bearings](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2025/RCLRPT-25V437-0139.pdf)
- [NHTSA recalls by vehicle, 2019 Nissan Altima (18V-922, 19V-235, 19V-316, 19V-654, 23V-628)](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=nissan&model=altima&modelYear=2019)
- [Nissan parts, 16546-6CA0A engine air filter fitment (2019-2025 Altima)](https://nissan.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/nissan-air-filter-165466ca0a)
- [Nissan parts, 22401-6LD1C spark plug (2019-2025)](https://parts.nissanusa.com/parts/nissan-spark-plug-224016ld1c)
- [TirePressure.org, 2019 Nissan Altima placard pressures](https://tirepressure.org/nissan/altima/2019)
- [fueleconomy.gov, 2019 Nissan Altima EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2019_Nissan_Altima.shtml)
- [Cars.com, Nissan drops VC-Turbo from 2025 Altima](https://www.cars.com/articles/nissan-axes-turbocharged-engine-from-2025-altima-adds-sv-special-edition-488081/)
- [Goodyear tire lookup, 2019 Altima OE sizes by trim](https://www.goodyear.com/en-us/vehicles/Nissan/Altima/2019)

## Other Nissan Altima generations

- [2013-2018 Nissan Altima oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/oil)
- [2012 Nissan Altima oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2012/oil)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/oil).

## More for the 2019-2025 Nissan Altima

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- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/wipers)
- [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/filters)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.