Quick answer: the 2022–2025 Nissan Pathfinder 3.5L V6 (VQ35DD) takes 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) of oil with a filter change and 4-3/4 US qt (4.5 L) without. Nissan recommends Genuine Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SP.
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Without filter | Oil type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 (VQ35DD) | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 4-3/4 US qt (4.5 L) | 0W-20 |
New generation, same oil. The redesigned 2022 Pathfinder has a 9-speed automatic instead of the CVT, but the engine oil capacity and grade did not change. Nissan’s site has no 2021 Pathfinder manual.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | With filter | Without filter |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 4-3/4 US qt (4.5 L) |
| 2023 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 4-3/4 US qt (4.5 L) |
| 2024 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 4-3/4 US qt (4.5 L) |
| 2025 | 5-1/8 US qt (4.8 L) | 4-3/4 US qt (4.5 L) |
We read the “Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities” tables of all four owner’s manuals.
Recommended oil type
Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 0W-20 SP” is recommended. If it is not available, a synthetic 0W-20 GF-6 SP oil may be used.
How to reset the oil change reminder on the 2022–2025 Nissan Pathfinder
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”):
- 2022 Pathfinder owner’s manual
- 2023 Pathfinder owner’s manual
- 2024 Pathfinder owner’s manual
- 2025 Pathfinder 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 2022–2025 Nissan Pathfinder take?
5-1/8 US quarts (4.8 L) with a filter change.
What oil does a 2022+ Pathfinder use?
Genuine Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SP, or a synthetic 0W-20 GF-6 SP.
How much oil without changing the filter?
4-3/4 US quarts (4.5 L).
Did the oil change with the 2022 redesign?
No. Capacity and grade are the same as the 2017–2020 Pathfinder.
How do I reset the oil light on a Pathfinder?
In the vehicle information display, open Settings, then Maintenance, then Oil and Filter, and reset the reminder.
Older Pathfinder? See the 2013–2020 Nissan Pathfinder oil type and capacity.