44 Cooling system parts are listed for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail, in 10 part types, covering the 2.5L L4 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The cooling system system on the 2016 Nissan X-Trail keeps operating temperature in the narrow band the engine was designed for, from radiator and water pump to thermostat and hoses. The largest groups are Coolant / Antifreeze (15 parts), Thermostat (7 parts) and Water Pump (6 parts). The other 7 part types cover the remaining 16 parts.
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.5L L4 — the only engine offered in the 2016 Nissan X-Trail.
The most listed brands for 2016 Nissan X-Trail cooling system parts are MOTORAD (12 parts), PRESTONE (6 parts) and PEAK (4 parts), plus 12 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Economy and Premium.
7 parts on this 2016 Nissan X-Trail page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including FVP MV5050GAL (Coolant / Antifreeze) and MOTORAD 457205 (Thermostat). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Coolant / Antifreeze
Compatible With All Colors
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE | AF3055 | 🇲🇽 MX | Prime YellowAll Vehicles | View on Amazon |
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP Popular | MV5050GAL | 🇲🇽 MX | Extended LifeAll Makes / All Models | View on Amazon |
| PEAK | BQA1GAL | 🇲🇽 MX | Blue Mountain Long LifeAll Vehicle | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AF3100 | 🇲🇽 MX | Prime Yellow - All VehiclesExtended Life | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 719009 | 🇲🇽 MX | Multi-Vehicle Yellow1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE | AFC12100 | 🇲🇽 MX | Command Nitrite Free Extended Life CoolantYellow Nitrite Free OAT | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 846439 | 🇲🇽 MX | HD Nitrite Free Extended Life Yellow1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE Popular | AF2100 | 🇲🇽 MX | All Vehicles10yr/300k mi | View on Amazon |
| PEAK | PKP1GAL | 🇲🇽 MX | All Vehicles Antifreeze1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PEAK | PXA1GAL | 🇲🇽 MX | Global Lifetime1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AF6310 | 🇲🇽 MX | MAX Original EquipmentAsian Blue | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AFMAX | 🇲🇽 MX | Max Universal1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | 861398 | 🇲🇽 MX | Asian Vehicle Blue1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| AISIN | ACB003 | 🇲🇽 MX | BlueHOAT | View on Amazon |
| PEAK | PAB1GAL | 🇲🇽 MX | OET Asian Extended Life Blue1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
This table covers the engine coolants and antifreeze formulations specified for this cooling system. Typical signs include a rising temperature gauge, rusty or sludged coolant, or a heater that blows cold. Use the chemistry named in the notes. Mixing silicate, OAT and HOAT formulas can gel in the radiator.
15 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail come from 5 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL.
In the Compatible With All Colors grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF3055.
The Economy section lists 4 options from FVP, PEAK, PRESTONE and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP MV5050GAL is listed in this group.
In the Heavy Duty grade, PRESTONE and VALVOLINE supply 2 parts: rated for severe service. A representative part number is PRESTONE AFC12100.
In the Premium grade, PRESTONE and PEAK supply 5 parts: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF2100.
In the Standard Replacement grade, VALVOLINE, AISIN and PEAK supply 3 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is VALVOLINE 861398.
Coolant Reservoir Cap
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN | 54245 | 🇲🇽 MX | Black | View on Amazon |
This table covers the caps on the overflow / expansion tank. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable.
One part is listed for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail — DORMAN 54245.
Cooling System Tester Adapter
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORAD | 3121 | 🇲🇽 MX | StandardRadiator Cap Adapter | View on Amazon |
| MOTORAD | 3122 | 🇲🇽 MX | Standard | View on Amazon |
This table covers the adapters used to pressure-test this cooling system.
2 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail come from MOTORAD.
This group includes MOTORAD 3121 and MOTORAD 3122.
Radiator Cap
Locking Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CALORSTAT | RC0213 | 🇲🇽 MX | PerformanceIncludes 2 seals | View on Amazon |
| MOTORAD | ST13R | 🇲🇽 MX | Safety Lever | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORAD | T13R | 🇲🇽 MX | Standard | View on Amazon |
This table covers the caps that hold system pressure at the radiator or reservoir neck. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable.
3 Radiator Cap parts for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail come from 2 brands — MOTORAD and CALORSTAT.
In the Locking Replacement grade, CALORSTAT and MOTORAD supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is CALORSTAT RC0213.
Standard Replacement: 1 part, from MOTORAD. A representative part number is MOTORAD T13R.
This group includes CALORSTAT RC0213, MOTORAD ST13R and MOTORAD T13R.
Radiator Fan Assembly
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN | 620472 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAC | FA50441C | 🇲🇽 MX | Radiator-Condenser Fan Assembly | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fan assemblies (and clutches, where listed) that pull air through the radiator.
2 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail, from DORMAN and UAC.
Economy: 1 part, from DORMAN. A representative part number is DORMAN 620472.
The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from UAC. UAC FA50441C is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: DORMAN 620472 and UAC FA50441C.
Radiator Hose
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GATES | 51787 | 🇲🇽 MX | Molded | View on Amazon |
This table covers the upper, lower and connecting hoses between radiator, engine and reservoir. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle.
One part is listed for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail — GATES 51787.
Temperature Sender / Sensor
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | TX78T | 🇲🇽 MX | T-SeriesBlack | View on Amazon |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS | CTS55 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOUR SEASONS | 36448 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | TX78 | 🇲🇽 MX | Includes O-Ringblack | View on Amazon |
This table covers the senders that report coolant temperature to the gauge or ECU. Typical signs include a gauge that sits on empty or overheat, or a lamp that does not match what the engine is doing. Rule out the cluster and the wiring before replacing the sender.
4 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail come from 3 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and FOUR SEASONS.
The Economy section: 2 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX78T is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 2 parts, from FOUR SEASONS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is FOUR SEASONS 36448.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX78T, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS CTS55 and FOUR SEASONS 36448, among others listed above.
Thermostat
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORAD | 5427457 | 🇲🇽 MX | Includes water outlet gasket and 2 sealsUltra Stat | View on Amazon |
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORAD | 7457205 | 🇲🇽 MX | Fail-SafeIncludes seal | View on Amazon |
| MOTORAD | 7427180 | 🇲🇽 MX | Fail-SafeIncludes seal | View on Amazon |
| MOTORAD | 7427457 | 🇲🇽 MX | Fail-SafeIncludes 2 Thermostats Located at Water Inlet and Outlet | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORAD Popular | 457205 | 🇲🇽 MX | Includes Seal | View on Amazon |
| MOTORAD Popular | 427180 | 🇲🇽 MX | Includes Seal | View on Amazon |
| MOTORAD | 427457 | 🇲🇽 MX | Includes thermostats, seals, and gasketStandard | View on Amazon |
This table covers the thermostats that open the coolant circuit at the specified temperature. Typical signs include slow warm-up, a gauge that climbs in traffic, or heat that never quite arrives. Replace the housing gasket with the thermostat and bleed the system so a trapped air pocket does not cook the new part.
MOTORAD supplies the 7 Thermostat parts for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail. MOTORAD 457205 carries the "Popular" badge.
The Heavy Duty section: 1 option from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 5427457 is listed in this group.
The Premium section: 3 options from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 7457205 is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 457205 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: MOTORAD 457205, MOTORAD 5427457 and MOTORAD 7457205, plus the other parts above.
Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN | 902764 | 🇲🇽 MX | Thermostat Housing | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN | 9026130 | 🇲🇽 MX | Water Outlet | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORAD | CH6120 | 🇲🇽 MX | Includes Coolant Outlet Flange and Seal | View on Amazon |
This table covers the housings and outlets the thermostat sits in.
3 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail, from DORMAN and MOTORAD.
Economy: 2 parts, from DORMAN. A representative part number is DORMAN 902764.
The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from MOTORAD. MOTORAD CH6120 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: DORMAN 902764, DORMAN 9026130 and MOTORAD CH6120.
Water Pump
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US MOTOR WORKS Popular | US9427 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| FVP | US9427 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GATES Popular | 41150 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| AISIN | WPN127 | 🇲🇽 MX | From 04/2016 | View on Amazon |
| GMB | 1502340 | 🇲🇽 MX | without Water Pump Housing | View on Amazon |
| GMB | 1502340AH | 🇲🇽 MX | with Water Pump Housing | View on Amazon |
This table covers the pumps that circulate coolant through the block and radiator. Typical signs include coolant at the weep hole, pulley play, or a growl from the front of the engine. Replace the thermostat and refill with the specified coolant whenever the pump comes off.
6 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail, from GMB, US MOTOR WORKS, FVP and 2 other brands. US MOTOR WORKS US9427 carries the "Popular" badge.
Economy: 2 parts, from US MOTOR WORKS and FVP. A representative part number is US MOTOR WORKS US9427.
The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from GMB, GATES and AISIN. GATES 41150 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: US MOTOR WORKS US9427 and GATES 41150, plus the other parts above.
Buying Cooling System Parts for a 2016 Nissan X-Trail
On this vehicle, the cooling system system keeps operating temperature in the narrow band the engine was designed for, from radiator and water pump to thermostat and hoses.
- Confirm you have the 2.5L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the thermostat and refill with fresh coolant whenever you change a water pump or radiator; original hoses on an older vehicle are on borrowed time.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Coolant / Antifreeze and Thermostat .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cooling system parts fit the 2016 Nissan X-Trail?
Our catalog currently lists 44 cooling system parts for the 2016 Nissan X-Trail across 10 subcategories and 15 brands, covering the 2.5L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of cooling system problems on a 2016 Nissan X-Trail?
Common symptoms include a rising temperature gauge in traffic, sweet-smelling steam, crusty deposits around hose clamps, or a heater that blows cold. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the thermostat and refill with fresh coolant whenever you change a water pump or radiator; original hoses on an older vehicle are on borrowed time.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2016 Nissan X-Trail was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2016 Nissan X-Trail?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.5L L4 engine. Then replace coolant with the exact specification the manufacturer calls for — mixing chemistries can gel and block small passages. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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