The Infiniti QX56 has different oil capacities depending on the model year and engine option.
For example, the 2013 QX56 with the 5.6L 8-cyl VK56VD engine has an oil capacity of 6.9 quarts (6.53 liters), the 2010 QX56 with the 5.6L 8-cyl VK56DE engine has an oil capacity of 6.9 quarts (6.53 liters) and the 2009 QX56 with the 5.6L 8-cyl VK56DE engine has an oil capacity of 6.6 quarts (6.25 liters).
It's essential to fill the engine of your Infiniti QX56 to its recommended oil level, as indicated by the mark on its dipstick. So, whenever you change your oil or add to it, run your engine for a few seconds, turn it off, and double-check the level.
Continue to the tables below to see the oil capacity for the particular year and engine option of your Infiniti QX56.
| Year | Engine Option | Engine Oil Capacity1 (Imperial) | Engine Oil Capacity1 (Metric) | Recommended Oil Viscosity2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 5.6L 8-cyl VK56VD | 6.9 Quarts | 6.53 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2012 | 5.6L 8-cyl VK56VD | 6.9 Quarts | 6.53 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2011 | 5.6L 8-cyl VK56VD | 6.9 Quarts | 6.53 Liters | 5W-30 |
| Year | Engine Option | Engine Oil Capacity1 (Imperial) | Engine Oil Capacity1 (Metric) | Recommended Oil Viscosity2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.6L 8-cyl VK56DE | 6.9 Quarts | 6.53 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2009 | 5.6L 8-cyl VK56DE | 6.6 Quarts | 6.25 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2008 | 5.6L 8-cyl VK56DE | 6.6 Quarts | 6.25 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2007 | 5.6L 8-cyl VK56DE | 6.6 Quarts | 6.25 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2006 | 5.6L 8-cyl VK56DE | 6.6 Quarts | 6.25 Liters | 5W-30 |
| Year | Engine Option | Engine Oil Capacity1 (Imperial) | Engine Oil Capacity1 (Metric) | Recommended Oil Viscosity2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 5.6L 8-cyl VK56DE | 6.6 Quarts | 6.25 Liters | 5W-30 |
| 2004 | 5.6L 8-cyl VK56DE | 6.6 Quarts | 6.25 Liters | 5W-30 |
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Having the incorrect oil level in the engine of your Infiniti QX56 could result in catastrophic engine damage.
We recommend checking the engine oil level in your Infiniti QX56 regularly, ideally once a week.