Quick answer: the 2013–2023 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6 takes 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) of oil with a filter change and 4-3/4 qt (4.5 L) without. The grade changed with the 2016 redesign: SAE 5W-30 in 2013–2014, 0W-20 from 2016.
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Without filter | Oil type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 (VQ35DE), 2013–2014 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 4-3/4 US qt (4.5 L) | 5W-30 |
| 3.5L V6 (VQ35DE), 2016–2023 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 4-3/4 US qt (4.5 L) | 0W-20 |
Same capacity for ten years, different oil. The capacity never changes, but the 2016–2023 Maxima calls for 0W-20 while the 2013–2014 car uses 5W-30. There was no 2015 model year.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | With filter | Oil |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 5W-30 |
| 2014 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 5W-30 |
| 2016 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2017 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2018 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2019 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2020 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2021 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2022 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2023 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 0W-20 |
We read the “Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities” tables of every Maxima manual from 2013 to 2023.
Recommended oil type
2013–2014: engine oil with the API Certification Mark, SAE 5W-30.
2016–2023: SAE 0W-20 (Genuine Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 from 2017).
How to reset the oil change reminder on the 2013–2023 Nissan Maxima
See also: Oil life reset by brand.
Nissan’s owner’s manuals handle the oil reminder from the vehicle information display: open Settings, select Maintenance, then Oil and Filter and reset the reminder. Newer models also have an Oil Control System item that resets the current oil interval; reset it only after an oil change.
Oil change tips
- A 5-quart jug plus a little extra covers one change.
- Add about 4-3/4 quarts, check the dipstick, then top up.
- Nissan lists these as approximate capacities: after refilling, run the engine, turn it off, wait more than 10 minutes and check the level with the dipstick.
Sources and how we checked
All capacities and oil grades on this page come from Nissan’s owner’s manuals, published on Nissan USA’s official manuals site (“Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities”):
- 2013 Maxima owner’s manual
- 2014 Maxima owner’s manual
- 2016 Maxima owner’s manual
- 2017 Maxima owner’s manual
- 2018 Maxima owner’s manual
- 2019 Maxima owner’s manual
- 2020 Maxima owner’s manual
- 2021 Maxima owner’s manual
- 2022 Maxima owner’s manual
- 2023 Maxima owner’s manual
If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.
Last checked: October 22, 2026.
FAQ
How much oil does a Nissan Maxima take?
5-1/8 US quarts (4.8 L) with a filter change, 2013–2023.
What oil does a 2016–2023 Maxima use?
SAE 0W-20.
What oil does a 2013–2014 Maxima use?
SAE 5W-30.
Is there a 2015 Maxima?
No, Nissan skipped the 2015 model year.
How do I reset the oil light on a Maxima?
In the vehicle information display, open Settings, then Maintenance, then Oil and Filter, and reset the reminder.