2011 Nissan Pathfinder Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Nissan Pathfinder oil type depends on the engine: the LE, 4.0 A, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.38 quarts with filter); the LE, 4.0 A, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.38 quarts with filter); the LE, 5.6 B takes 5W-30 (6.88 quarts with filter); the S, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.38 quarts with filter); the S, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.38 quarts with filter); the Silver Edition, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.38 quarts with filter); the Silver Edition, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.38 quarts with filter); the SV, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.38 quarts with filter); the SV, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.38 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- LE, 4.0 A, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.38 quarts with filter
- LE, 4.0 A, RWD: 5W-30, 5.38 quarts with filter
- LE, 5.6 B: 5W-30, 6.88 quarts with filter
- S, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.38 quarts with filter
- S, RWD: 5W-30, 5.38 quarts with filter
- Silver Edition, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.38 quarts with filter
- Silver Edition, RWD: 5W-30, 5.38 quarts with filter
- SV, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.38 quarts with filter
- SV, RWD: 5W-30, 5.38 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE, 4.0 A, 4WD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.38 QTS. | 5.13 QTS. | — |
| LE, 4.0 A, RWD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.38 QTS. | 5.13 QTS. | — |
| LE, 5.6 B — 5.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| S, 4WD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.38 QTS. | 5.13 QTS. | — |
| S, RWD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.38 QTS. | 5.13 QTS. | — |
| Silver Edition, 4WD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.38 QTS. | 5.13 QTS. | — |
| Silver Edition, RWD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.38 QTS. | 5.13 QTS. | — |
| SV, 4WD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.38 QTS. | 5.13 QTS. | — |
| SV, RWD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.38 QTS. | 5.13 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Pathfinder
2011 Nissan Pathfinder factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.75 quarts (10.17 L) — Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2011 Nissan Pathfinder take?
It depends on the engine: LE, 4.0 A, 4WD uses 5W-30; LE, 4.0 A, RWD uses 5W-30; LE, 5.6 B uses 5W-30; S, 4WD uses 5W-30; S, RWD uses 5W-30; Silver Edition, 4WD uses 5W-30; Silver Edition, RWD uses 5W-30; SV, 4WD uses 5W-30; SV, RWD uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2011 Nissan Pathfinder take?
Capacity depends on the engine: LE, 4.0 A, 4WD holds 5.38 quarts with filter; LE, 4.0 A, RWD holds 5.38 quarts with filter; LE, 5.6 B holds 6.88 quarts with filter; S, 4WD holds 5.38 quarts with filter; S, RWD holds 5.38 quarts with filter; Silver Edition, 4WD holds 5.38 quarts with filter; Silver Edition, RWD holds 5.38 quarts with filter; SV, 4WD holds 5.38 quarts with filter; SV, RWD holds 5.38 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2011 Nissan Pathfinder?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.