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 qt with filter); the 2.0L takes 0W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the EX takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB1 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid EX-L, Eng CD LFB2 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB1 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid EX, Eng CD LFB2 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB1 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid Touring, Eng CD LFB2 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid, Eng CD LFB1 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Hybrid, Eng CD LFB2 takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the LX takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts qt 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 — EX-L, 1.5L Eng, 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 — Sport, 1.5L Eng, Automatic CVT Trans, 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 — Sport, 1.5L Eng, Standard Trans, 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 — Touring, 1.5L Eng, 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 — EX-L, 2.0L Eng, 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 — Sport, 2.0L Eng, Automatic Trans, 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 — Touring, 2.0L Eng, 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 — Sport, 2.0L Eng, Standard Trans, 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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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Honda Accord take?
It depends on the engine: 1.5L 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.
What is the oil capacity of a 2018 Honda Accord?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 1.5L holds 3.7 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.
How often should I change the oil in my 2018 Honda Accord?
Most 2018 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 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.