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2012 Nissan Rogue Oil Capacity and Oil Type by Engine
The 2012 Nissan Rogue takes 4.875 quarts of SAE 5W-30 with a filter change (2.5L), according to the Nissan owner's manual.
Quoted from the Nissan owner's manual with page numbers. Figures online often conflict because they mix engines or with- and without-filter amounts, so match your engine first.
Compiled by Uzman Munib · Record updated · Source and review standards
2012 Nissan Rogue oil capacity and oil type by engine
US quarts by engine, quoted from the Nissan owner's manual with the page for each figure. Coverage is limited to the named configurations.
| Engine | Oil capacity | Oil grade | Without filter change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L I42.5L 4-cylinder CVT FWD, 2.5L 4-cylinder CVT AWD | 4.875 US qtwith filter | SAE 5W-30 | 4.5 US qt | 2012 Nissan Rogue Owner's Manual — Engine oil with filter change, PDF p. 341Source noteCapacities from the Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants table, PDF p. 341. Printed fractions are converted exactly (4-7/8 qt = 4.875 qt). The table lists one 2.5L engine for both drivetrains. Check the dipstick after filling. Checked 2026-10-10. Market: U.S. and Canada. |
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At a glance
2012 Nissan Rogue reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
Engine oil capacity
4.875 qt with filter
Source
2.5L 4-cylinder CVT FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-10OE tire size
Not published
Wheel torque
Not published
2012 Nissan Rogue Oil Capacity and Oil Type
Oil capacity
4.875 qt with filter
Source
2.5L 4-cylinder CVT FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-10Oil specification
Engine oil with API Certification Mark
Source
2.5L 4-cylinder CVT FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-10Oil filter
Not published
Fluids
Transmission capacity
Not published
Transmission fluid
Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2
Source
2.5L 4-cylinder CVT FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-10Coolant type
Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
Source
2.5L 4-cylinder CVT FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-10Brake fluid
Not published
Power steering fluid
Not published
Differential fluid
Not published
2012 Nissan Rogue Towing Capacity
Towing capacity
Not published
Payload capacity
Not published
2.5L 4-cylinder CVT FWD manufacturer references
2012 Nissan Rogue Owner's Manual — Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants, PDF p. 341 Accessed 2026-10-102012 Nissan Rogue Owner's Manual — Engine oil and oil filter recommendation, PDF p. 344 Accessed 2026-10-102012 Nissan Rogue Owner's Manual — CVT fluid, PDF p. 308 Accessed 2026-10-102012 Nissan Rogue MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 23 to 25 mpg across 2 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Configuration / engine | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue FWD2.5L 4-cylinder · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 23 mpg | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,450 | 355.48 g/mi |
| Rogue AWD2.5L 4-cylinder · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 22 mpg | 26 mpg | 23 mpg | $2,650 | 386.39130434782606 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2012 Nissan Rogue annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 2.5L 4-cylinder, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Front-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile. For a specific journey, budget a road trip and settle passenger shares.
2012 Nissan Rogue recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 2 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · 15V032000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Nissan Rogue vehicles manufactured March 7, 2007, to November 26, 2013, and 2014 Nissan Rogue Select vehicles manufactured September 23, 2013, to July 2, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience an electrical short in the harness connector due to a mixture of snow/water and salt seeping through the carpet on the driver side floor near the harness connector.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the kick panel wiring harness connector and will if necessary install a new harness connector and waterproof seal, free of charge. The recall began on February 26, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS · 12V068000
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 MURANO AND ROGUE VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 23, 2011 THROUGH JANUARY 11, 2012. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WAS NOT ACTIVATED. THUS, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 138,TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM.
Remedy: ALL OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES ARE STILL IN DEALER INVENTORY. DEALERS HAVE BEEN INSTRUCTED TO ACTIVATE ALL OF THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS.
2012 Nissan Rogue NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Nissan Rogue SUV AWD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2012 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Confirm the engine, tire package and service procedure
Match your engine and transmission with the configuration selector. Check the door-jamb tire label for your installed wheel package and cold pressure. A capacity is not a substitute for the filling procedure in the owner's manual; transmission change quantities and total system capacities can describe different jobs.
Fields marked Not published have no compiled value here. They do not mean zero capacity, no maintenance requirement or permission to substitute a part. Request a specification correction with the exact year, engine and manufacturer reference.
Frequently asked questions
- How much oil does a 2012 Nissan Rogue take?
- 2.5L 4-cylinder CVT FWD: 4.875 US qt with filter; SAE 5W-30. 2.5L 4-cylinder CVT AWD: 4.875 US qt with filter; SAE 5W-30.
- What type of oil does the 2012 Nissan Rogue take?
- SAE 5W-30 (2.5L). Specification: Engine oil with API Certification Mark. Use the grade printed in your owner's manual or on the oil filler cap.
- Does the 2012 Nissan Rogue oil capacity include the filter?
- Yes. These are the owner's manual's with-filter amounts. Without a filter change: 2.5L 4.5 qt. Check the dipstick after filling.
- What tire size and wheel torque does the 2012 Nissan Rogue use?
- 2.5L 4-cylinder CVT FWD: tire size not published; wheel torque not published. 2.5L 4-cylinder CVT AWD: tire size not published; wheel torque not published.
- What is the 2012 Nissan Rogue gas mileage?
- EPA combined ratings run from 23 to 25 mpg across 2 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
- Are these real-world MPG figures for the Rogue?
- These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
- Does the 2012 Nissan Rogue have recalls?
- NHTSA returned 2 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
- Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
- No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-052012 Nissan Rogue Owner's Manual — Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants, PDF p. 341 Accessed 2026-10-102012 Nissan Rogue Owner's Manual — Engine oil and oil filter recommendation, PDF p. 344 Accessed 2026-10-102012 Nissan Rogue Owner's Manual — CVT fluid, PDF p. 308 Accessed 2026-10-10Last updated