2024 Acura MDX Oil Type & Capacity
The 2024 Acura MDX oil type depends on the engine: the Base takes 0W-20 (5.6 quarts with filter); the SH-AWD takes 0W-20 (5.6 quarts with filter); the Type S SH-AWD takes 0W-20 (5.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base: 0W-20, 5.6 quarts with filter
- SH-AWD: 0W-20, 5.6 quarts with filter
- Type S SH-AWD: 0W-20, 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base — 3.5L Eng | Genuine ACURA Motor Oil API Premium-grade SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil. | 5.60 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. |
| SH-AWD — 3.5L Eng | Genuine ACURA Motor Oil API Premium-grade SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil. | 5.60 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 S SH-AWD — 3.0L Eng | Genuine ACURA Motor Oil API Premium-grade SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil. | 5.50 QTS. | 5.20 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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More specs & repair guides for your MDX
2024 Acura MDX factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
1.99 quarts (7.53 L) — 50/50 mix of ACURA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 and distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.22 US gal (0.82 L) in the reserve tank).
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2024 Acura MDX take?
It depends on the engine: Base uses 0W-20; SH-AWD uses 0W-20; Type S SH-AWD uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2024 Acura MDX take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base holds 5.6 quarts with filter; SH-AWD holds 5.6 quarts with filter; Type S SH-AWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2024 Acura MDX?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2024 Acura MDX. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.