Nissan Rogue · 2012–2025
Nissan Rogue Fluid Types and Capacities
The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes.
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Has the Nissan Rogue fluids specification changed by year?
| Model years | Transmission | Coolant | Brake |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–2025 | Nissan NS-3 CVT fluid ONLY (Xtronic CVT, both engines). Sealed unit with no dipstick; a drain & fill takes roughly 4–5 qt and level is set by overflow plug at temperature. Nissan calls it maintenance-free under normal service, but a 30,000–60,000-mile NS-3 drain & fill remains the best protection. Never use generic or 'universal' CVT fluid. | Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue, pre-diluted). First change 105,000 mi / 84 months, then every 75,000 mi / 60 months. | DOT 3 brake fluid; replace roughly every 2 years per Nissan schedule |
| 2014–2020 | Nissan NS-3 CVT fluid ONLY (Jatco CVT8 / JF016E). Total fill ~8.2 qt; a typical drain & fill takes ~5–5.5 qt. Level is set by overflow check at operating temperature, many DIYers simply measure what drained and refill the same amount. Never substitute generic ATF. Drain & fill every 30,000–60,000 mi is the best-known protection for this CVT. Rogue Hybrid's CVT also uses NS-3. | Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue, pre-diluted), ~8 qt system. First change 105,000 mi / 84 months, then every 75,000 mi / 60 months. | DOT 3 brake fluid; replace roughly every 2 years / 20,000–30,000 mi per Nissan schedule |
| 2012–2013 | Nissan NS-2 CVT fluid ONLY (RE0F10A/JF011E CVT). A drain & fill takes ~5 qt of the ~8 qt total. Never use generic ATF or 'universal' CVT fluid. Nissan calls the fluid lifetime under normal service, but a drain & fill every 30,000–60,000 mi is the single best thing you can do for this CVT. | Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue, pre-diluted), ~8 qt system. First change 105,000 mi / 84 months, then every 75,000 mi / 60 months. | DOT 3 brake fluid; replace roughly every 2 years / 20,000–30,000 mi per Nissan schedule |
Each row links to the full specification for that generation, including trim-by-trim breakdowns and the part numbers. Where engines within a generation differ, that page separates them.
Full specifications by generation
The fluids on a Nissan Rogue is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers.
Nissan Rogue fluids: common questions
What transmission fluid does a Nissan Rogue take?
- Nissan NS-3 CVT fluid ONLY (Xtronic CVT, both engines). Sealed unit with no dipstick; a drain & fill takes roughly 4–5 qt and level is set by overflow plug at temperature. Nissan calls it maintenance-free under normal service, but a 30,000–60,000-mile NS-3 drain & fill remains the best protection. Never use generic or 'universal' CVT fluid.. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.
What coolant does a Nissan Rogue use?
- Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue, pre-diluted). First change 105,000 mi / 84 months, then every 75,000 mi / 60 months..
What brake fluid does a Nissan Rogue take?
- DOT 3 brake fluid; replace roughly every 2 years per Nissan schedule.
Sources
- Nissan USA Newsroom, 2021 Rogue press kit (181-hp 2.5L, LED headlights standard)
- AMSOIL lookup, 2021 Rogue 2.5L PR25DD (0W-20, 5.4 qt) and 2023 Rogue 1.5L KR15DDT (0W-20, 5 qt)
- Nissan Parts, 15208-65F1E oil filter (2022+ Rogue 1.5L)
- NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 25V-437, VC-Turbo engine bearing failure
- NHTSA recall 26V-080, 2023–2025 Rogue 1.5L VC-Turbo oil breakdown/bearing seizure (expands 25V-437)
- NHTSA recall 26V-081, 2024–2025 Rogue electronic throttle body gears
- NHTSA recall 21V-957, 2021 Rogue fuel pump
- Car and Driver, Nissan recalls 444K vehicles for VC-Turbo engine failure (incl. investigation closure update)
- fueleconomy.gov, 2021 and 2022 Nissan Rogue EPA ratings
- Wheel-Size.com, 2022 Nissan Rogue OE fitments (235/65R17, 235/60R18, 235/55R19)
- Hove Nissan, 2021 Rogue towing capacity (1,350 lb)
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