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2016 Nissan Sentra Oil Capacity and Oil Type by Engine
The 2016 Nissan Sentra takes 4.25 quarts of SAE 0W-20 with a filter change (1.8L), 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
2016 Nissan Sentra 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L L4 MRA8DE1.8L manual, 1.8L CVT | 4.25 US qtwith filter | SAE 0W-20 | 4 US qt | Engine oil with filter: capacity table, PDF p. 433Source noteQuantity with oil filter change, from the manual's capacities table. withoutFilterQt gives the quantity without filter change. Check the dipstick after filling. Checked 2026-10-09. Market: U.S.. |
Sentra oil capacity in other years
At a glance
2016 Nissan Sentra reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2016 Nissan Sentra Oil Capacity and Oil Type
Oil filter
Not published
2016 Nissan Sentra Tire Size and Pressure
Front pressure
Not published
Rear pressure
Not published
Bolt pattern
Not published
2016 Nissan Sentra Wheel Torque Specs
Lug nut size
Not published
Fluids
Transmission capacity
Not published
Transmission fluid
Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) TL/JR Type, 75W-80 or equivalent
Source
1.8L manual manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Coolant type
Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
Source
1.8L manual manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Brake fluid
Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
Source
1.8L manual manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Power steering fluid
Not published
Differential fluid
Not published
2016 Nissan Sentra Spark Plugs and Battery
Battery group
Not published
Manufacturer reference gap: 1.1 mm. Manual gives nominal spark plug gap 0.043 in (1.1 mm) for the MRA8DE engine. 2016 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual — Technical and consumer information, Spark plug gap, PDF p. 439 Accessed 2026-10-09
2016 Nissan Sentra Towing Capacity
Towing capacity
Not published
Payload capacity
Not published
1.8L manual manufacturer references
2016 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual — Technical and consumer information, Capacities and fluids, PDF p. 433 Accessed 2026-10-092016 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual — Technical and consumer information, Engine specifications, PDF p. 439 Accessed 2026-10-092016 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual — Technical and consumer information, Wheels and tires, PDF p. 440 Accessed 2026-10-092016 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual — Technical and consumer information, Wheel nut torque, PDF p. 372 Accessed 2026-10-092016 Nissan Sentra MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 30 to 33 mpg across 3 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Configuration / engine | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentra1.8L 4-cylinder · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 27 mpg | 35 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,050 | 298 g/mi |
| Sentra1.8L 4-cylinder · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 29 mpg | 37 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,900 | 278 g/mi |
| Sentra FE1.8L 4-cylinder · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 30 mpg | 38 mpg | 33 mpg | $1,850 | 268 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.
2016 Nissan Sentra annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 1.8L 4-cylinder, Manual 6-spd, 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.
2016 Nissan Sentra recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 6 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.
AIR BAGS · 17V253000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 LEAF and 2014, 2016 and 2017 Sentra vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error within the air bag inflators, the passenger frontal air bag may not properly deploy in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · 16V436000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016 LEAF vehicles manufactured February 24, 2016, to March 23, 2016, and Sentra vehicles manufactured February 9, 2016, to March 4, 2016. The wiring harness connector may disconnect from the dual-stage passenger air bag.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness connector for proper engagement and, if necessary, replace the passenger air bag module and main body harness, free of charge. The recall began on August 9, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · 16V485000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sentra vehicles manufactured April 11, 2016, through April 26, 2016. The engine room harness may have a terminal pin too large to maintain a connection with the Engine Control Unit (ECU).
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the terminal pin on the engine room harness, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION · 16V244000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Infiniti Q50, JX35, and QX60 and Chevrolet City Express vehicles, free of charge. Interim notices were sent to owners on May 31, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, Infiniti customer service at 1-888-833-3216 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION · 16V242000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Sentra vehicles manufactured June 4, 2012, to April 9, 2016. The front passenger seat belt bracket may become deformed if it is used to secure a Child Restraint System (CRS). The deformed seat bracket may cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) to incorrectly classify the installed CRS, resulting in the front passenger air bag to not be turned off as designed when a CRS is in the seat.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the seat belt bracket as well as reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU), free of charge. The recall began on June 13, 2016. Owners are warned not to install a CRS in the front seat. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH · 21V135000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Nissan Sentra vehicles. The brake light switch may become contaminated, preventing the circuit from closing and the brake lights from illuminating.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective grommet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PM971.
2016 Nissan Sentra NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Nissan Sentra 4 DR 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 2016 Nissan Sentra take?
- 1.8L manual: 4.25 US qt with filter; SAE 0W-20. 1.8L CVT: 4.25 US qt with filter; SAE 0W-20.
- What type of oil does the 2016 Nissan Sentra take?
- SAE 0W-20 (1.8L). Specification: API Certification Mark. Use the grade printed in your owner's manual or on the oil filler cap.
- Does the 2016 Nissan Sentra oil capacity include the filter?
- Yes. These are the owner's manual's with-filter amounts. Without a filter change: 1.8L 4 qt. Check the dipstick after filling.
- What tire size and wheel torque does the 2016 Nissan Sentra use?
- 1.8L manual: P205/55R16, 205/50R17; 83 ft-lb. 1.8L CVT: P205/55R16, 205/50R17; 83 ft-lb.
- What is the 2016 Nissan Sentra gas mileage?
- EPA combined ratings run from 30 to 33 mpg across 3 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
- Are these real-world MPG figures for the Sentra?
- 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 2016 Nissan Sentra have recalls?
- NHTSA returned 6 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 2026-09-052016 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual — Technical and consumer information, Capacities and fluids, PDF p. 433 Accessed 2026-10-092016 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual — Technical and consumer information, Engine specifications, PDF p. 439 Accessed 2026-10-092016 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual — Technical and consumer information, Wheels and tires, PDF p. 440 Accessed 2026-10-092016 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual — Technical and consumer information, Wheel nut torque, PDF p. 372 Accessed 2026-10-092016 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual — Technical and consumer information, CVT fluid and brake fluid, PDF p. 434 Accessed 2026-10-09Last updated