2013 Honda Insight Oil Type & Capacity
The 2013 Honda Insight takes 0W-20 motor oil — 3.4 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-20 — 3.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API Premium-grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| EX | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API Premium-grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
| LX | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API Premium-grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Insight
2013 Honda Insight factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
1.16 quarts (4.39 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. If you regularly drive your vehicle under severe conditions in very low temperature (under 31Deg.F, 35Deg.C), a higher concentration of coolant should be used.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2013 Honda Insight take?
The 2013 Honda Insight takes 0W-20 motor oil (Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API Premium-grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2013 Honda Insight take?
The 2013 Honda Insight holds 3.4 quarts with a filter change, or 3.2 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2013 Honda Insight?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Honda Insight. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.