2018 Honda Accord Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Honda Accord oil type depends on the engine: the 1.5L takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the 1.5L takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the 1.5L takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the 1.5L takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the EX takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB1 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB2 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB1 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB2 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB1 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB2 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid, Eng CD LFB1 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid, Eng CD LFB2 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the LX takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 1.5L: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- 1.5L: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- 1.5L: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- 1.5L: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 0W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- EX: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB1: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB2: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB1: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB2: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB1: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB2: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid, Eng CD LFB1: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid, Eng CD LFB2: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- LX: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | — |
| 1.5L — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | — |
| 1.5L — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | — |
| 1.5L — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | — |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng,Gas | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 5.00 QTS. | 4.60 QTS. | — |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng,Gas | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 5.00 QTS. | 4.60 QTS. | — |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng,Gas | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 5.00 QTS. | 4.60 QTS. | — |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng,Gas | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 5.00 QTS. | 4.60 QTS. | — |
| EX — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | — |
| Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB1 — 2.0L Eng,Gas/Electric | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | — |
| Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB2 — 2.0L Eng,Gas/Electric | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | — |
| Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB1 — 2.0L Eng,Gas/Electric | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | — |
| Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB2 — 2.0L Eng,Gas/Electric | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | — |
| Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB1 — 2.0L Eng,Gas/Electric | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | — |
| Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB2 — 2.0L Eng,Gas/Electric | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | — |
| Hybrid, Eng CD LFB1 — 2.0L Eng,Gas/Electric | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | — |
| Hybrid, Eng CD LFB2 — 2.0L Eng,Gas/Electric | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.70 QTS. | — |
| LX — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Accord
2018 Honda Accord factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
1.59 quarts (6.01 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.08 US gal. (0.3l) in reserve tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Honda Accord take?
It depends on the engine: 1.5L uses 0W-20; 1.5L uses 0W-20; 1.5L uses 0W-20; 1.5L uses 0W-20; 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.0L uses 0W-20; 2.0L uses 0W-20; EX uses 0W-20; Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB1 uses 0W-20; Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB2 uses 0W-20; Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB1 uses 0W-20; Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB2 uses 0W-20; Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB1 uses 0W-20; Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB2 uses 0W-20; Hybrid, Eng CD LFB1 uses 0W-20; Hybrid, Eng CD LFB2 uses 0W-20; LX uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2018 Honda Accord take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 1.5L holds 3.7 quarts with filter; 1.5L holds 3.7 quarts with filter; 1.5L holds 3.7 quarts with filter; 1.5L holds 3.7 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.0 quarts with filter; EX holds 3.7 quarts with filter; Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB1 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB2 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB1 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB2 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB1 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB2 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid, Eng CD LFB1 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid, Eng CD LFB2 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; LX holds 3.7 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Honda Accord?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Honda Accord. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.