Honda Oil Types & Fluid Specs
Select your Honda model below to find the exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, and complete fluid specifications for your vehicle.
Honda Oil Type Quick Reference
| Model | Year | Engine | Oil Type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accord | 2024 | 1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 3.7 qt |
| Accord | 2023 | 1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 3.7 qt |
| Accord | 2020 | 1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 3.7 qt |
| Accord | 2018 | 1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 3.7 qt |
| Accord | 2014 | 2.4L 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 4.6 qt |
| Civic | 2024 | 2.0L 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 3.7 qt |
| Civic | 2022 | 2.0L 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 3.7 qt |
| Civic | 2020 | 2.0L 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 3.7 qt |
| Civic | 2016 | 2.0L 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 3.7 qt |
| CR-V | 2024 | 1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 3.7 qt |
| CR-V | 2022 | 1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 3.7 qt |
| CR-V | 2020 | 1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 3.7 qt |
| HR-V | 2024 | 2.0L 4-Cylinder | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 4 qt |
| Pilot | 2024 | 3.5L V6 | 0W-20 Full Synthetic | 4.7 qt |
About Honda Oil Specifications
Honda is one of the most popular automotive brands in the United States, known for reliability and longevity. Most modern Honda vehicles — including the Accord, Civic, CR-V, and HR-V — use 0W-20 full synthetic oil, which is a lightweight viscosity that helps maximize fuel economy while providing excellent engine protection.
Honda engines are designed with tight tolerances that benefit from thinner oil, and the company has recommended 0W-20 across most of its lineup since the early 2010s. Older Honda vehicles (pre-2010) may use 5W-20 or 5W-30 — always check your specific model and year using our lookup tool above.
For oil filters, Honda's OEM filter (part number 15400-PLM-A02) fits the majority of their 4-cylinder models. Quality aftermarket alternatives from FRAM, Mobil 1, and Bosch are widely available and work equally well.
Honda recommends oil change intervals of 7,500 miles or 12 months for most models using the Maintenance Minder system. Severe driving conditions (frequent short trips, extreme temperatures, dusty environments) may warrant shorter intervals around 5,000 miles.
Honda Oil FAQs
The oil type depends on your specific model, year, and engine. Most modern Honda vehicles use 0W-20 full synthetic oil, but this varies. Use the model links above or our free lookup tool to find the exact specification for your vehicle.
Most modern Honda vehicles recommend oil changes every 7,500 to 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first, when using the recommended full synthetic oil. If you frequently drive in severe conditions — short trips, extreme temperatures, towing, or dusty roads — consider shortening that interval. Check your specific model page for the exact recommendation.
Yes — the brand matters far less than the specification. Any major oil brand (Mobil 1, Castrol, Pennzoil, Valvoline, Amazon Basics) that matches your Honda's recommended oil weight and meets the required API certification will protect your engine properly. What's critical is using the correct viscosity grade and oil type.