Nissan 370Z Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Nissan 370Z takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 5.2 qt with a filter change, on 2011-2020 models. That has been the factory spec across every year we cover.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-2020 | 5W-30 | 5.2 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every 370Z year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Nissan 370Z take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Nissan 370Z takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 5.2 qt with a filter change, on 2011-2020 models. That has been the factory spec across every year we cover.
How many quarts of oil does a Nissan 370Z take?
About 5.2 qt with a filter change on 2011-2020 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Nissan 370Z?
No - every year we cover uses 5W-30.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 10 of 10 model years is checked against a cited source, most often CarSpecFinder - Nissan 370Z oil, AMSOIL lookup guide - 2020 Nissan 370Z, 3.7L 6-cyl (VQ37VHR) and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2019 Nissan 370Z, 3.7L 6-cyl (VQ37VHR). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.