2009 Nissan Versa Oil Type & Capacity
The 2009 Nissan Versa oil type depends on the engine: the Base, Automatic takes 5W-30 (3.15 quarts qt with filter); the Base, Standard takes 5W-30 (3.15 quarts qt with filter); the S, 4D Hatchback, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.13 quarts qt with filter); the S, 4D Hatchback, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.13 quarts qt with filter); the S, 4D Sedan, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.13 quarts qt with filter); the S, 4D Sedan, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.13 quarts qt with filter); the SL, 4D Hatchback takes 5W-30 (4.13 quarts qt with filter); the SL, 4D Sedan takes 5W-30 (4.13 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, Automatic: 5W-30, 3.15 quarts with filter
- Base, Standard: 5W-30, 3.15 quarts with filter
- S, 4D Hatchback, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.13 quarts with filter
- S, 4D Hatchback, Standard: 5W-30, 4.13 quarts with filter
- S, 4D Sedan, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.13 quarts with filter
- S, 4D Sedan, Standard: 5W-30, 4.13 quarts with filter
- SL, 4D Hatchback: 5W-30, 4.13 quarts with filter
- SL, 4D Sedan: 5W-30, 4.13 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Automatic — 1.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.15 QTS. | 3.00 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 — 1.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.15 QTS. | 3.00 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, 4D Hatchback, Automatic — 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.13 QTS. | 3.88 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, 4D Hatchback, Standard — 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.13 QTS. | 3.88 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, 4D Sedan, Automatic — 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.13 QTS. | 3.88 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, 4D Sedan, Standard — 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.13 QTS. | 3.88 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, 4D Hatchback — 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.13 QTS. | 3.88 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, 4D Sedan — 1.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.13 QTS. | 3.88 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
6.65 quarts (6.29 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 2009 Nissan Versa take?
It depends on the engine: Base, Automatic uses 5W-30; Base, Standard uses 5W-30; S, 4D Hatchback, Automatic uses 5W-30; S, 4D Hatchback, Standard uses 5W-30; S, 4D Sedan, Automatic uses 5W-30; S, 4D Sedan, Standard uses 5W-30; SL, 4D Hatchback uses 5W-30; SL, 4D Sedan uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2009 Nissan Versa?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, Automatic holds 3.15 quarts with filter; Base, Standard holds 3.15 quarts with filter; S, 4D Hatchback, Automatic holds 4.13 quarts with filter; S, 4D Hatchback, Standard holds 4.13 quarts with filter; S, 4D Sedan, Automatic holds 4.13 quarts with filter; S, 4D Sedan, Standard holds 4.13 quarts with filter; SL, 4D Hatchback holds 4.13 quarts with filter; SL, 4D Sedan holds 4.13 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2009 Nissan Versa?
Most 2009 Nissan Versa 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 2009 Nissan Versa?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Nissan Versa. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.