--- title: "Nissan Rogue Oil Type: 0W-20, 5.4 qt" description: "How the Nissan Rogue oil specification changed from 2012 to 2025, compared generation by generation. The Nissan Rogue takes 0W-20 engine oil, 5.4 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Nissan 15208-65F0E (spin-on). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/oil" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # Nissan Rogue Oil Type and Capacity The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes. ## Has the Nissan Rogue oil specification changed by year? | Model years | Viscosity | Capacity | OEM filter | Interval | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [2021-2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2021-2025/oil) | 0W-20 | 5.4 / 5 qt | Nissan 15208-65F0E (spin-on) | 5,000 mi / 6 months (Nissan schedule) | | [2014-2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2014-2020/oil) | 0W-20 | 4.9 / 4 qt | Nissan 15208-65F0E (spin-on) | 5,000 mi / 6 months (Nissan schedule); many owners run 7,500 mi with full synthetic | | [2012-2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2012-2013/oil) | 5W-30 | 4.9 qt | Nissan 15208-65F0E (spin-on) | 5,000 mi / 6 months (Nissan schedule); 3,750 mi under severe service | ## Full specifications by generation The oil 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. - [2021-2025 Nissan Rogue Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2021-2025/oil) - [2014-2020 Nissan Rogue Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2014-2020/oil) - [2012-2013 Nissan Rogue Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2012-2013/oil) ## Nissan Rogue oil: common questions ### How many quarts of oil does a Nissan Rogue take? It depends on the engine. The 2.5L 4-cylinder (PR25DD, direct injection) takes 5.4 quarts; The 1.5L VC-Turbo 3-cylinder (KR15DDT, variable compression) takes 5 quarts, all figures include a new filter. ### What kind of oil does a Nissan Rogue take? 0W-20 meeting API SN Plus/SP / ILSAC GF-6A, full synthetic (required, not merely recommended). Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above. ### Can you use a different viscosity in a Nissan Rogue? 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 Nissan Rogue need an oil change? 5,000 mi / 6 months (Nissan schedule). 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 Nissan Rogue take? The OEM filter is Nissan 15208-65F0E (spin-on). Common equivalents: Fram PH7317 (TG/XG7317), Wix 57356, Mobil 1 M1-110A. Torque the drain plug to 25 lb-ft. An overtightened plug strips an aluminium pan. ## Sources - [Nissan USA Newsroom, 2021 Rogue press kit (181-hp 2.5L, LED headlights standard)](https://usa.nissannews.com/en-US/releases/2021-nissan-rogue-press-kit) - [AMSOIL lookup, 2021 Rogue 2.5L PR25DD (0W-20, 5.4 qt) and 2023 Rogue 1.5L KR15DDT (0W-20, 5 qt)](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2023/nissan-datsun/rogue/1-5l-3-cyl-engine-code-kr15ddt-3-turbo/) - [Nissan Parts, 15208-65F1E oil filter (2022+ Rogue 1.5L)](https://parts.nissanusa.com/parts/nissan-oil-filter-1520865f1e) - [NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 25V-437, VC-Turbo engine bearing failure](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2025/RCLRPT-25V437-3628.pdf) - [NHTSA recall 26V-080, 2023-2025 Rogue 1.5L VC-Turbo oil breakdown/bearing seizure (expands 25V-437)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V080000) - [NHTSA recall 26V-081, 2024-2025 Rogue electronic throttle body gears](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V081000) - [NHTSA recall 21V-957, 2021 Rogue fuel pump](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V957000) - [Car and Driver, Nissan recalls 444K vehicles for VC-Turbo engine failure (incl. investigation closure update)](https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a65299070/nissan-rogue-altima-infiniti-qx50-gx55-engine-failure-recall/) - [fueleconomy.gov, 2021 and 2022 Nissan Rogue EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2022_Nissan_Rogue.shtml) - [Wheel-Size.com, 2022 Nissan Rogue OE fitments (235/65R17, 235/60R18, 235/55R19)](https://www.wheel-size.com/size/nissan/rogue/2022/) - [Hove Nissan, 2021 Rogue towing capacity (1,350 lb)](https://www.hovenissan.com/hove-il/research-rogue-towing) ## Find your exact Rogue - [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2025) - [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2024) - [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2023) - [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2022) - [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2021) - [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2020) - [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2019) - [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2018) - [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2017) - [2016](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2016) - [2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2015) - [2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2014) - [2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2013) - [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2012) More Nissan Rogue guides: - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.