2013 Nissan/Datsun Altima Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 2013 Nissan/Datsun Altima oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2013 Nissan/Datsun Altima, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.

We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 2013 Nissan/Datsun Altima oil change!

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Engine & Code	Oil Capacity	Oil Viscosity/Type	Oil Filter
2.5L 4-cylinder QR25DE E	4.9 quarts (with filter)	SAE 0W-20, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)	Nissan/Datsun 15208-65F0E
3.5L 6-cylinder VQ35DE 2	5.1 quarts (with filter)	SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)	Nissan/Datsun 15208-65F0E

Select Your 2013 Nissan/Datsun Altima Engine Option

2.5L 4-cylinder Engine Code QR25DE E

Engine:

2.5L 4-cylinder QR25DE E [aka 2.5L L4 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, S, SL, SV

Oil Capacity:

4.9 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-20, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Nissan/Datsun 15208-65F0E

Oil Filter Replaces:

15208-65F00, 15208-65F01, 15208-65F0A, 15208-65F0B, 15208-65F0C, 15208-65F0D, 15208-9F600

2013 Nissan/Datsun Altima 2.5L 4-cylinder QR25DE E oil change details

Oil Grade:

API*

Oil Capacity:

4.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-20, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - For sedan models, SAE 0W-20 is the preferred oil.
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - For Coupe models.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

8.3 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22-29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

3.5L 6-cylinder Engine Code VQ35DE 2

Engine:

3.5L 6-cylinder VQ35DE 2 [aka 3.5L V6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, S, SL, SV

Oil Capacity:

5.1 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Nissan/Datsun 15208-65F0E

Oil Filter Replaces:

15208-65F00, 15208-65F01, 15208-65F0A, 15208-65F0B, 15208-65F0C, 15208-65F0D, 15208-9F600

2013 Nissan/Datsun Altima 3.5L 6-cylinder VQ35DE 2 oil change details

Oil Grade:

API*

Oil Capacity:

5.1 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

Wix Air Filter:

Coolant Capacity:

9.7 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22-29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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