2021 Honda Civic Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Honda Civic oil type depends on the engine: the EX-L takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the EX, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the EX, 4D Sedan takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the LX, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the LX, 4D Sedan takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the Sport Touring, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the Sport Touring, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, 4D Sedan takes 0W-20 (4.4 quarts qt with filter); the Touring takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the Type R takes 0W-20 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the Type R Limited Edition takes 0W-20 (5.7 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- EX-L: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- EX, 4D Hatchback: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- EX, 4D Sedan: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- LX, 4D Hatchback: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- LX, 4D Sedan: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Sport Touring, Automatic CVT Trans: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- Sport Touring, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Sedan: 0W-20, 4.4 quarts with filter
- Touring: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- Type R: 0W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- Type R Limited Edition: 0W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX-L — 1.5L Eng,Sedan | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| EX, 4D Hatchback — 1.5L Eng,Hatchback | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| EX, 4D Sedan — 1.5L Eng,Sedan | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| LX, 4D Hatchback — 1.5L Eng,Hatchback | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| LX, 4D Sedan — 2.0L Eng,Sedan | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 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. |
| Sport Touring, Automatic CVT Trans — 1.5L Eng,Hatchback | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| Sport Touring, Standard Trans — 1.5L Eng,Hatchback | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| Sport, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans — 1.5L Eng,Hatchback | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans — 1.5L Eng,Hatchback | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| Sport, 4D Sedan — 2.0L Eng,Sedan | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 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. |
| Touring — 1.5L Eng,Sedan | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.40 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| Type R — 2.0L Eng,Hatchback | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 5.70 QTS. | 5.30 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| Type R Limited Edition — 2.0L Eng,Hatchback | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | 5.70 QTS. | 5.30 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
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Coolant capacity
5.36 quarts (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2021 Honda Civic take?
It depends on the engine: EX-L uses 0W-20; EX, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-20; EX, 4D Sedan uses 0W-20; LX, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-20; LX, 4D Sedan uses 0W-20; Sport Touring, Automatic CVT Trans uses 0W-20; Sport Touring, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; Sport, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans uses 0W-20; Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; Sport, 4D Sedan uses 0W-20; Touring uses 0W-20; Type R uses 0W-20; Type R Limited Edition uses 0W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2021 Honda Civic?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: EX-L holds 3.7 quarts with filter; EX, 4D Hatchback holds 3.7 quarts with filter; EX, 4D Sedan holds 3.7 quarts with filter; LX, 4D Hatchback holds 3.7 quarts with filter; LX, 4D Sedan holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Sport Touring, Automatic CVT Trans holds 3.7 quarts with filter; Sport Touring, Standard Trans holds 3.7 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Hatchback, Automatic CVT Trans holds 3.7 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans holds 3.7 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Sedan holds 4.4 quarts with filter; Touring holds 3.7 quarts with filter; Type R holds 5.7 quarts with filter; Type R Limited Edition holds 5.7 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2021 Honda Civic?
Most 2021 Honda Civic 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 2021 Honda Civic?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Honda Civic. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.