2007 Nissan Sentra Oil Type & Capacity
The 2007 Nissan Sentra oil type depends on the engine: the Base, Automatic CVT takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the S, Automatic CVT takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the S, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE-R takes 5W-30 (5.18 quarts qt with filter); the SE-R Spec V, RS6F52A takes 5W-30 (5.18 quarts qt with filter); the SE-R Spec V, RS6F52H takes 5W-30 (5.18 quarts qt with filter); the SL takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, Automatic CVT: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Base, Standard: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- S, Automatic CVT: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- S, Standard: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- SE-R: 5W-30, 5.18 quarts with filter
- SE-R Spec V, RS6F52A: 5W-30, 5.18 quarts with filter
- SE-R Spec V, RS6F52H: 5W-30, 5.18 quarts with filter
- SL: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Automatic CVT — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| Base, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| S, Automatic CVT — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| S, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| SE-R — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.18 QTS. | 4.87 QTS. | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| SE-R Spec V, RS6F52A — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.18 QTS. | 4.87 QTS. | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| SE-R Spec V, RS6F52H — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.18 QTS. | 4.87 QTS. | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| SL — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.80 QTS. | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
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Coolant capacity
7.4 quarts (7 L) — 50/50 mixture of Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant and demineralized or distilled water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2007 Nissan Sentra take?
It depends on the engine: Base, Automatic CVT uses 5W-30; Base, Standard uses 5W-30; S, Automatic CVT uses 5W-30; S, Standard uses 5W-30; SE-R uses 5W-30; SE-R Spec V, RS6F52A uses 5W-30; SE-R Spec V, RS6F52H uses 5W-30; SL uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2007 Nissan Sentra?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, Automatic CVT holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Base, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter; S, Automatic CVT holds 4.0 quarts with filter; S, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter; SE-R holds 5.18 quarts with filter; SE-R Spec V, RS6F52A holds 5.18 quarts with filter; SE-R Spec V, RS6F52H holds 5.18 quarts with filter; SL holds 4.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2007 Nissan Sentra?
Most 2007 Nissan Sentra owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Nissan recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2007 Nissan Sentra?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2007 Nissan Sentra. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.