Nissan coolant: what coolant does Nissan use?

Updated 22 October 2026 · Independent, sourced reference

Quick answer

Nissan coolant: Nissan's parts store lists Nissan Long Life Coolant (Blue), part 999MP-L25500P, as its genuine coolant. Aftermarket makers claim suitability by citing "Nissan L25500P" or by naming Nissan/Infiniti. Check your owner's manual for your model.

Disclaimer: General information only, not professional advice. Always use the coolant specified in your vehicle owner's manual. Using the wrong coolant can damage an engine.

Key takeaways

  • Nissan coolant facts here are quoted from cited Nissan documents or labelled as coolant-maker claims.
  • 3 products list a Nissan-family spec code. 3 more name Nissan in their application text (guidance only).
  • Your owner's manual decides. Specs vary by model, engine, market and year.
  • Do not choose by colour.
  • Independent; not affiliated with Nissan.

What coolant does Nissan use?

Independent; not affiliated with or endorsed by Nissan. Coolant.com is an independent reference. Nissan is named only to identify its products, as the owner of the name. We use no logos and earn nothing from links. Every product detail below is copied from Nissan's own pages or data sheets, or from the source named on each product page, checked 22 October 2026. "Not published" means the source does not state it.

Nissan coolant: Nissan's parts store lists Nissan Long Life Coolant (Blue), part 999MP-L25500P, as its genuine coolant. Aftermarket makers claim suitability by citing "Nissan L25500P" or by naming Nissan/Infiniti. Check your owner's manual for your model.

  • Nissan's official US parts store lists Nissan Long Life Coolant (Blue), part number 999MP-L25500P, also called "Engine Coolant / Antifreeze". [1]
  • The parts page does not publish chemistry, premix ratio or a spec code. Coolant makers that target Nissan cite "Nissan L25500P" or simply name Nissan/Infiniti. [1]

Numbers in brackets refer to the sources at the end of this page. Lines without a number summarise coolant makers' literature rather than an Nissan document.

Genuine Nissan coolant in our directory

These are coolants sold by the vehicle maker or its parts brand. Each product page shows exactly what the source publishes, with "not published" where it is silent.

ProductBrandChemistryColourFormWhy it is listed
Nissan Long Life Coolant BlueNissannot publishedBluenot publishedGenuine / OE parts brand

Nissan spec codes listed by coolant makers

These Nissan-family codes appear in the manufacturer data of the 3 products in our directory that list them. A code here means at least one coolant maker states its product meets it. Your manual tells you which code, if any, applies to your vehicle.

Spec codeProducts whose maker lists it
Nissan L25500P3

Coolants that list a Nissan spec (per their manufacturer)

Each row reads "meets [code] per [brand]". The wording ("approved", "meets or exceeds", "recommended") is quoted on the product page. Open it before you buy.

ProductBrandChemistryColourFormWhy it is listed
Nissan Long Life Coolant BlueNissannot publishedBluenot publishedLists Nissan L25500P
Prestone MAX All Vehicles Antifreeze + CoolantPrestonenot publishedYellownot publishedLists Nissan L25500P
Prestone Platinum All Vehicles Antifreeze + CoolantPrestonenot publishednot publishedConcentrate and Premix 50/50Lists Nissan L25500P

Coolants whose maker names Nissan (guidance only)

These products do not list a Nissan spec code, but their manufacturer's application text names Nissan (for example "recommended for Toyota, Honda, Nissan…"). That is a weaker claim than a spec code. Treat it as guidance, check the exact wording, and follow your manual.

ProductBrandChemistryColourFormWhy it is listed
Prestone MAX Asian Vehicles (Blue) Antifreeze + CoolantPrestonenot publishedBluenot publishedMaker names Nissan in its text
Prestone MAX Asian Vehicles (Green) Antifreeze + CoolantPrestonenot publishedGreennot publishedMaker names Nissan in its text
Zerex Asian Vehicle Blue Antifreeze CoolantZerexHOATBluenot publishedMaker names Nissan in its text

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Colour and chemistry

Among the 7 products on this page, the listed colours are Blue (4), Yellow (1), Green (1), and the listed chemistries are HOAT (1). Colour is a dye chosen by each maker, so two coolants of the same colour can be chemically different, and the same chemistry can come in different colours. Match the spec or the named factory coolant, not the colour. See coolant colours explained and OAT vs HOAT vs IAT.

Topping up and mixing

If the reservoir is low, top up only with the coolant your manual specifies, and use the same premix or concentrate ratio. Mixing chemistries can reduce corrosion protection and shorten coolant life. Some makers (Mopar, Mercedes-Benz) explicitly say not to mix specs. If an unknown coolant has been added, a flush and refill is safer than topping up. Use the mixing checker and our coolant flush guide. Never open a hot radiator or reservoir cap.

Varies by model and year

Check your owner's manual. Coolant specs vary by model, engine, market and year. This page summarises what the vehicle maker publishes and what coolant makers claim. It is not a fitment guarantee for your vehicle. We make no year, make or model fitment claims. If your manual, the label on your reservoir cap or your dealer says something different, follow them.

Nissan has changed coolant specs over the years, and a spec can differ by engine and market (for example North America vs Europe). Electric and hybrid models may use separate loops with their own fluids. This page does not tell you which code applies to your vehicle. Your owner's manual, the reservoir cap label or a dealer does.

When to see a mechanic

See a dealer or qualified mechanic if the coolant looks rusty, oily or sludgy, if the engine overheats or the coolant warning light comes on, or if you cannot identify the correct spec. See coolant warning light and coolant leaks.

Frequently asked questions

What coolant does Nissan use?

Nissan coolant: Nissan's parts store lists Nissan Long Life Coolant (Blue), part 999MP-L25500P, as its genuine coolant. Aftermarket makers claim suitability by citing "Nissan L25500P" or by naming Nissan/Infiniti. Check your owner's manual for your model.

Which coolants meet Nissan specs?

3 products in our directory list a Nissan-family spec code, including Prestone MAX All Vehicles Antifreeze + Coolant, Prestone Platinum All Vehicles Antifreeze + Coolant, Nissan Long Life Coolant Blue. Each product page quotes the maker's wording.

Can I use a universal coolant in my Nissan?

Only if your owner's manual allows it, or if the product's maker states it meets the exact spec your manual names. "Universal" or "all makes" wording is not the same as a listed Nissan spec.

What colour is Nissan coolant?

Colour varies by product and era and is not a spec. Products on this page are listed as Blue, Yellow, Green. Match the spec or named coolant instead.

Is Coolant.com affiliated with Nissan?

No. Coolant.com is independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by Nissan. We use the name only to say which vehicles a spec relates to.

New to cooling systems? Start with how a car cooling system works. Looking for a product? Search the coolant directory or match your manual's spec with Find my car coolant. See also coolant by car make and coolants by brand.

Sources

  1. Nissan USA official parts store: Nissan Long Life Coolant Blue (999MP-L25500P)