2001 Honda Civic Oil Type & Capacity
The 2001 Honda Civic oil type depends on the engine: the DX, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-20 (3.4 quarts qt with filter); the DX, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-20 (3.4 quarts qt with filter); the EX, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the EX, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the GX takes 5W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the HX, Automatic CVT takes 5W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the HX, Standard takes 5W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-20 (3.4 quarts qt with filter); the LX, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-20 (3.4 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- DX, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-20, 3.4 quarts with filter
- DX, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-20, 3.4 quarts with filter
- EX, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- EX, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- GX: 5W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- HX, Automatic CVT: 5W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- HX, Standard: 5W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-20, 3.4 quarts with filter
- LX, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-20, 3.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DX, 2D Coupe, Automatic — DX,LX,Coupe,Eng CD D17A1 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| DX, 2D Coupe, Standard — DX,LX,Coupe,Eng CD D17A1 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| EX, 2D Coupe, Automatic — EX,Coupe,Eng CD D17A6 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 3.70 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | — |
| EX, 2D Coupe, Standard — EX,Coupe,Eng CD D17A6 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 3.70 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | — |
| GX — GX | API - SAE 5W-20 | 3.70 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | — |
| HX, Automatic CVT — HX,Coupe,Eng CD D17A2 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 3.70 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | — |
| HX, Standard — HX,Coupe,Eng CD D17A2 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 3.70 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | — |
| LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic — DX,LX,Coupe,Eng CD D17A1 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| LX, 2D Coupe, Standard — DX,LX,Coupe,Eng CD D17A1 | API - SAE 5W-20 | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
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Coolant capacity
4.1 quarts (3.88 L) — 50/50 mixture of HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water. Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2001 Honda Civic take?
It depends on the engine: DX, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-20; DX, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-20; EX, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-20; EX, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-20; GX uses 5W-20; HX, Automatic CVT uses 5W-20; HX, Standard uses 5W-20; LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-20; LX, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2001 Honda Civic?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: DX, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 3.4 quarts with filter; DX, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 3.4 quarts with filter; EX, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 3.7 quarts with filter; EX, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 3.7 quarts with filter; GX holds 3.7 quarts with filter; HX, Automatic CVT holds 3.7 quarts with filter; HX, Standard holds 3.7 quarts with filter; LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 3.4 quarts with filter; LX, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 3.4 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2001 Honda Civic?
Most 2001 Honda Civic owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Honda recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2001 Honda Civic?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2001 Honda Civic. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.