2018 Infiniti Q50 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Infiniti Q50 oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0L takes 0W-30 (6.63 quarts qt with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-30 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (5.13 quarts qt with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (5.75 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid Luxe, AWD takes 5W-30 (5.13 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid Luxe, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.13 quarts qt with filter); the Pure, AWD takes 0W-30 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the Pure, RWD takes 0W-30 (6.63 quarts qt with filter); the Red Sport 400, AWD takes 0W-20 (5.75 quarts qt with filter); the Red Sport 400, RWD takes 0W-20 (5.13 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, AWD takes 0W-20 (5.75 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, RWD takes 0W-20 (5.13 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.0L: 0W-30, 6.63 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 5.13 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 5.75 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Luxe, AWD: 5W-30, 5.13 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Luxe, RWD: 5W-30, 5.13 quarts with filter
- Pure, AWD: 0W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Pure, RWD: 0W-30, 6.63 quarts with filter
- Red Sport 400, AWD: 0W-20, 5.75 quarts with filter
- Red Sport 400, RWD: 0W-20, 5.13 quarts with filter
- Sport, AWD: 0W-20, 5.75 quarts with filter
- Sport, RWD: 0W-20, 5.13 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L — Luxe, 2.0L Eng VIN C, RWD, RWD,2.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-30 | 6.63 QTS. | 6.13 QTS. | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-30 OIL, SAE 0W-40, 5W-30 and 5W-40 may be used. |
| 2.0L — Luxe, 2.0L Eng VIN C, AWD, AWD,2.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-30 | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-30 OIL, SAE 0W-40, 5W-30 and 5W-40 may be used. |
| 3.0L — Luxe, 3.0L Eng VIN E, RWD, RWD,3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 | 5.13 QTS. | 4.88 QTS. | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-20 oil, SAE 5W-30 conventional petroleum based oil may be used and meet all specifications and requirements necessary to maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. |
| 3.0L — Luxe, 3.0L Eng VIN E, AWD, AWD,3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 | 5.75 QTS. | 5.50 QTS. | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-20 oil, SAE 5W-30 conventional petroleum based oil may be used and meet all specifications and requirements necessary to maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. |
| Hybrid Luxe, AWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.13 QTS. | 4.88 QTS. | INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil. |
| Hybrid Luxe, RWD — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.13 QTS. | 4.88 QTS. | INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil. |
| Pure, AWD — AWD,2.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-30 | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-30 OIL, SAE 0W-40, 5W-30 and 5W-40 may be used. |
| Pure, RWD — RWD,2.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-30 | 6.63 QTS. | 6.13 QTS. | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-30 OIL, SAE 0W-40, 5W-30 and 5W-40 may be used. |
| Red Sport 400, AWD — AWD,3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 | 5.75 QTS. | 5.50 QTS. | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-20 oil, SAE 5W-30 conventional petroleum based oil may be used and meet all specifications and requirements necessary to maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. |
| Red Sport 400, RWD — RWD,3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 | 5.13 QTS. | 4.88 QTS. | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-20 oil, SAE 5W-30 conventional petroleum based oil may be used and meet all specifications and requirements necessary to maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. |
| Sport, AWD — AWD,3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 | 5.75 QTS. | 5.50 QTS. | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-20 oil, SAE 5W-30 conventional petroleum based oil may be used and meet all specifications and requirements necessary to maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. |
| Sport, RWD — RWD,3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 | 5.13 QTS. | 4.88 QTS. | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-20 oil, SAE 5W-30 conventional petroleum based oil may be used and meet all specifications and requirements necessary to maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. |
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Coolant capacity
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Infiniti Q50 take?
It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 0W-30; 2.0L uses 0W-30; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; Hybrid Luxe, AWD uses 5W-30; Hybrid Luxe, RWD uses 5W-30; Pure, AWD uses 0W-30; Pure, RWD uses 0W-30; Red Sport 400, AWD uses 0W-20; Red Sport 400, RWD uses 0W-20; Sport, AWD uses 0W-20; Sport, RWD uses 0W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2018 Infiniti Q50?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 6.63 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 5.13 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 5.75 quarts with filter; Hybrid Luxe, AWD holds 5.13 quarts with filter; Hybrid Luxe, RWD holds 5.13 quarts with filter; Pure, AWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Pure, RWD holds 6.63 quarts with filter; Red Sport 400, AWD holds 5.75 quarts with filter; Red Sport 400, RWD holds 5.13 quarts with filter; Sport, AWD holds 5.75 quarts with filter; Sport, RWD holds 5.13 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2018 Infiniti Q50?
Most 2018 Infiniti Q50 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 — Infiniti recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Infiniti Q50?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Infiniti Q50. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.