2013 Honda Accord Oil Type & Capacity
The 2013 Honda Accord oil type depends on the engine: the 2.4L takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the 3.5L takes 0W-20 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the LX, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD BC5A takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD MC4A takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the LX, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD BC5A takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD MC4A takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.4L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.4L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.4L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.4L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 2.4L: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 3.5L: 0W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic CVT Trans: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- LX, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD BC5A: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD MC4A: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- LX, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD BC5A: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD MC4A: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L — EX, 2D Coupe, 2.4L Eng VIN 1, Automatic CVT Trans, In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 2.4L — EX, 4D Sedan, 2.4L Eng VIN 2, Standard Trans, In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 2.4L — EX, 4D Sedan, 2.4L Eng VIN 2, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD BC5A, In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 2.4L — EX, 4D Sedan, 2.4L Eng VIN 2, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD MC4A, In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 2.4L — EX, 2D Coupe, 2.4L Eng VIN 1, Standard Trans, In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 3.5L — EX, 2D Coupe, 3.5L Eng VIN 2, Standard Trans, V6 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 3.5L — EX, 2D Coupe, 3.5L Eng, Eng CD J35Y1, Automatic Trans, V6 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 3.5L — EX, 2D Coupe, 3.5L Eng, Eng CD J35Y1, Standard Trans, V6 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 3.5L — EX, 2D Coupe, 3.5L Eng, Eng CD J35Y2, Automatic Trans, V6 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 3.5L — EX, 2D Coupe, 3.5L Eng, Eng CD J35Y2, Standard Trans, V6 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 3.5L — EX, 2D Coupe, 3.5L Eng VIN 2, Automatic Trans, V6 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 3.5L — EX, 4D Sedan, 3.5L Eng, V6 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 3.5L — EX, 4D Sedan, 3.5L Eng VIN 3, V6 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 3.5L — Touring, 3.5L Eng, V6 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| 3.5L — Touring, 3.5L Eng VIN 3, V6 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.50 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic CVT Trans — In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| LX, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans — In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD BC5A — In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD MC4A — In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| LX, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans — In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| Sport, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD BC5A — In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| Sport, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD MC4A — In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| Sport, Standard Trans — In-Line4 | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. API - Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil | 4.40 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
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Coolant capacity
6.6 quarts (6.24 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2013 Honda Accord take?
It depends on the engine: 2.4L uses 0W-20; 3.5L uses 0W-20; LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic CVT Trans uses 0W-20; LX, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD BC5A uses 0W-20; LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD MC4A uses 0W-20; LX, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; Sport, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD BC5A uses 0W-20; Sport, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD MC4A uses 0W-20; Sport, Standard Trans uses 0W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2013 Honda Accord?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 2.4L holds 4.4 quarts with filter; 3.5L holds 4.5 quarts with filter; LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic CVT Trans holds 4.4 quarts with filter; LX, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans holds 4.4 quarts with filter; LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD BC5A holds 4.4 quarts with filter; LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD MC4A holds 4.4 quarts with filter; LX, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Sport, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD BC5A holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Sport, Automatic CVT Trans, Trans Mfr CD MC4A holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Sport, Standard Trans holds 4.4 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2013 Honda Accord?
Most 2013 Honda Accord 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 2013 Honda Accord?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Honda Accord. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.