2025 Honda Civic Oil Type & Capacity
The 2025 Honda Civic oil type depends on the engine: the Hybrid Sport Touring, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-20 (4.2 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Sport Touring, 4D Sedan takes 0W-20 (4.2 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Sport, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-20 (4.2 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Sport, 4D Sedan takes 0W-20 (4.2 quarts with filter); the LX takes 0W-20 (4.2 quarts with filter); the Si takes 0W-20 (3.7 quarts with filter); the Sport, 4D Hatchback takes 0W-20 (4.2 quarts with filter); the Sport, 4D Sedan takes 0W-20 (4.2 quarts with filter); the Type R takes 0W-20 (5.71 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Hybrid Sport Touring, 4D Hatchback: 0W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Sport Touring, 4D Sedan: 0W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Sport, 4D Hatchback: 0W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Sport, 4D Sedan: 0W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- LX: 0W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- Si: 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Hatchback: 0W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Sedan: 0W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- Type R: 0W-20, 5.71 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid Sport Touring, 4D Hatchback — Hatchback,Automatic CVT Trans | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API service SN or higher grade SAE 0W-20 | 4.20 QTS. | 3.90 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| Hybrid Sport Touring, 4D Sedan — Sedan,2.0L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API service SN or higher grade SAE 0W-20 | 4.20 QTS. | 3.90 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| Hybrid Sport, 4D Hatchback — Hatchback,Automatic CVT Trans | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API service SN or higher grade SAE 0W-20 | 4.20 QTS. | 3.90 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| Hybrid Sport, 4D Sedan — Sedan,2.0L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API service SN or higher grade SAE 0W-20 | 4.20 QTS. | 3.90 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| LX — Sedan,2.0L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API service SN or higher grade SAE 0W-20 | 4.20 QTS. | 3.90 QTS. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. |
| Si — Sedan,1.5L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API service SN or higher grade SAE 0W-20 | 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 — Hatchback,Automatic CVT Trans | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API service SN or higher grade SAE 0W-20 | 4.20 QTS. | 3.90 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 — Sedan,2.0L Eng | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API service SN or higher grade SAE 0W-20 | 4.20 QTS. | 3.90 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 — Hatchback,Standard Trans | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API service SN or higher grade SAE 0W-20 | 5.71 QTS. | 5.28 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 Civic
2025 Honda Civic factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
1.43 quarts (5.41 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.17 US gal. 0.68 qt. in reserve tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2025 Honda Civic take?
It depends on the engine: Hybrid Sport Touring, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-20; Hybrid Sport Touring, 4D Sedan uses 0W-20; Hybrid Sport, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-20; Hybrid Sport, 4D Sedan uses 0W-20; LX uses 0W-20; Si uses 0W-20; Sport, 4D Hatchback uses 0W-20; Sport, 4D Sedan uses 0W-20; Type R uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2025 Honda Civic take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Hybrid Sport Touring, 4D Hatchback holds 4.2 quarts with filter; Hybrid Sport Touring, 4D Sedan holds 4.2 quarts with filter; Hybrid Sport, 4D Hatchback holds 4.2 quarts with filter; Hybrid Sport, 4D Sedan holds 4.2 quarts with filter; LX holds 4.2 quarts with filter; Si holds 3.7 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Hatchback holds 4.2 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Sedan holds 4.2 quarts with filter; Type R holds 5.71 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2025 Honda Civic?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2025 Honda Civic. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.