Nissan March Oil Capacity & Oil Type
TL;DR
March 1.0 (HR10DE): approximately 3.0-3.6 L (3.2-3.8 US qt) of 5W-30. March 1.6 (HR16DE): approximately 3.5 L (3.7 US qt) of 5W-30. Figures are engine-specific, not universal across the whole March range.
Which Nissan March this covers
This page is about the Brazilian and Latin American market Nissan March, the hatchback built on the K13 platform at Nissan's Resende plant since 2011 (badged Micra in some other markets). Two flex-fuel gasoline engines have powered this generation throughout its run: the 1.0-liter three-cylinder HR10DE and the 1.6-liter four-cylinder HR16DE. Older March generations sold outside Latin America used different engines (such as CG10DE or CR12DE) with different, smaller oil capacities, so those are not included here to avoid mixing figures across unrelated engines.
Oil capacity by engine
For the 1.0 HR10DE, one Brazilian technical teardown source lists the lubrication system at 3.4 liters plus about 0.2 liters held in the filter (roughly 3.6 liters total), while a separate international engine-data source lists 3.0 liters (3.2 US qt) with a filter change. Because these two credible sources disagree, treat the HR10DE figure as a range of about 3.0 to 3.6 liters (3.2 to 3.8 US qt) rather than a single fixed number. For the 1.6 HR16DE, a specialized lubricant lookup service for the Micra/March K13 lists a service (with filter) fill of 3.5 liters (3.7 US qt); this engine is shared across several Nissan models worldwide, and total capacity can run higher in some of those other applications, so use the 3.5-liter figure specifically for the March/Micra fitment.
Recommended viscosity
Both engines are specified for 5W-30 synthetic or semi-synthetic oil meeting at least API SN. This matches Nissan's general recommendation for this generation of small flex-fuel engines in a tropical/mixed climate market.
Always verify on your own car
Oil capacity and viscosity can vary by model year, trim, and market-specific revisions. Before topping up or doing an oil change, confirm the exact figures using one of these authoritative sources on your own vehicle:
- The owner's manual that came with your specific March
- The engine oil fill cap, which is often stamped with the viscosity grade
- The driver's-side door jamb placard, which sometimes lists fluid specs alongside tire pressures
- A Nissan dealer or authorized service center, who can look up the exact figure by VIN
| Engine code / years | Capacity with filter (L / US qt) | Viscosity |
|---|---|---|
| HR10DE 1.0L (2011-present, Brazil/LatAm March) | 3.0-3.6 L (3.2-3.8 US qt) - sources vary | 5W-30 (API SN or higher) |
| HR16DE 1.6L (2011-present, Brazil/LatAm March) | ~3.5 L (~3.7 US qt) | 5W-30 (API SN or higher) |
Summary
| Market covered | Brazil / Latin America (K13 generation, built in Resende) |
|---|---|
| 1.0L engine code | HR10DE |
| 1.0L capacity with filter | 3.0-3.6 L (3.2-3.8 US qt) - sources vary |
| 1.6L engine code | HR16DE |
| 1.6L capacity with filter | ~3.5 L (~3.7 US qt) |
| Recommended viscosity | 5W-30, API SN or higher |
| Verify on your car | Owner's manual, filler cap, or dealer VIN lookup |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Nissan March: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Nissan March 1.0 and 1.6 take the same amount of oil?
No. The 1.0-liter HR10DE engine holds roughly 3.0 to 3.6 liters (3.2 to 3.8 US qt) with a filter change depending on the source consulted, while the 1.6-liter HR16DE holds around 3.5 liters (3.7 US qt). Always check which engine your March has before buying oil, since the two are not interchangeable in capacity.
What oil viscosity does the Nissan March need?
Both the HR10DE (1.0L) and HR16DE (1.6L) engines used in the Brazilian/Latin American March are specified for 5W-30 oil meeting API SN or a higher (newer) service classification. Check your filler cap or owner's manual to confirm this applies to your specific model year.
Why do different sources give different oil capacity numbers for the same March?
Oil capacity figures can differ slightly depending on whether a source is measuring a total (dry) system fill versus a routine service fill with the filter already primed, and different technical databases sometimes round differently. For the HR10DE engine, credible sources range from about 3.0 to 3.6 liters, which is why this page presents that as a range rather than a single number.
Where is the most reliable place to find my exact March's oil capacity?
Your vehicle's own owner's manual is the most reliable source, since it reflects the exact engine and calibration installed in your car. The oil filler cap often also shows the recommended viscosity, and any Nissan dealer can look up the precise factory figure using your VIN.