2020 Honda CR-V Oil Type & Capacity
The 2020 Honda CR-V oil type depends on the engine: the EX-L, AWD takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the EX-L, FWD takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the EX, AWD takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the EX, FWD takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the Hybrid EX takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid EX-L takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid LX takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Touring takes 0W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the LX, AWD takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the LX, FWD takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the Touring, AWD takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the Touring, FWD takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- EX-L, AWD: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- EX-L, FWD: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- EX, AWD: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- EX, FWD: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- Hybrid EX: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid EX-L: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid LX: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Touring: 0W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- LX, AWD: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- LX, FWD: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- Touring, AWD: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- Touring, FWD: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX-L, AWD — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
| EX-L, FWD — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
| EX, AWD — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
| EX, FWD — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
| Hybrid EX — 2.0L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
| Hybrid EX-L — 2.0L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
| Hybrid LX — 2.0L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
| Hybrid Touring — 2.0L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
| LX, AWD — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
| LX, FWD — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
| Touring, AWD — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
| Touring, FWD — 1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. |
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More specs & repair guides for your CR-V
2020 Honda CR-V factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
1.64 quarts (6.2 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Change including the remaining 0.16 US gal. (0.62 l) in the reserve tank. This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2020 Honda CR-V take?
It depends on the engine: EX-L, AWD uses 0W-20; EX-L, FWD uses 0W-20; EX, AWD uses 0W-20; EX, FWD uses 0W-20; Hybrid EX uses 0W-20; Hybrid EX-L uses 0W-20; Hybrid LX uses 0W-20; Hybrid Touring uses 0W-20; LX, AWD uses 0W-20; LX, FWD uses 0W-20; Touring, AWD uses 0W-20; Touring, FWD uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2020 Honda CR-V take?
Capacity depends on the engine: EX-L, AWD holds 3.7 quarts with filter; EX-L, FWD holds 3.7 quarts with filter; EX, AWD holds 3.7 quarts with filter; EX, FWD holds 3.7 quarts with filter; Hybrid EX holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid EX-L holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid LX holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid Touring holds 4.0 quarts with filter; LX, AWD holds 3.7 quarts with filter; LX, FWD holds 3.7 quarts with filter; Touring, AWD holds 3.7 quarts with filter; Touring, FWD holds 3.7 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2020 Honda CR-V?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2020 Honda CR-V. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.