Honda Accord Oil Capacity & Oil Type
TL;DR
Capacity ranges from 3.7 to 5.1 US quarts with filter depending on engine and generation, always with 0W-20 oil. Check your driver's door jamb sticker or owner's manual to confirm the exact figure for your engine.
Honda Accord engine oil capacity by engine code
The Accord has been built with several distinct engine families since 2013, and capacity is tied to the specific engine code, not just the model year. Confirmed figures below come from Honda service data and major oil-lookup databases for each engine.
9th generation (2013-2017)
The 2.4L four-cylinder (engine code K24W1) takes 4.4 US qt (4.2 L) with a filter change. The 3.5L V6 (engine codes J35Y1 / J35Y2) takes 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) with filter. Both use 0W-20 oil.
10th generation (2018-2022)
The 1.5L turbo four-cylinder (engine code L15BE, also seen as L15BD on early builds) takes 3.7 US qt (3.5 L) with filter. The 2.0L turbo (engine code K20C4, used in Sport and Touring trims) takes 5.1 US qt (4.8 L) with filter - noticeably more than the 1.5L, so do not assume one figure covers both trims. The 2.0L hybrid system (engine code LFB2) takes 4.0 US qt (3.8 L) with filter. All use 0W-20.
11th generation (2023-present)
The 1.5L turbo (L15BE) carries over the 3.7 US qt (3.5 L) figure. The redesigned 2.0L hybrid engine (engine code LFC5, a different code from the prior generation's LFB2) takes 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) with filter - slightly more than the outgoing hybrid, illustrating why matching the exact engine code matters rather than assuming continuity across a generation change.
Data table
| Engine code / years | Capacity with filter (L / US qt) | Viscosity |
|---|---|---|
| K24W1 2.4L I4 (2013-2017) | 4.2 L / 4.4 qt | 0W-20 |
| J35Y1 / J35Y2 3.5L V6 (2013-2017) | 4.3 L / 4.5 qt | 0W-20 |
| L15BE / L15BD 1.5L turbo I4 (2018-2022) | 3.5 L / 3.7 qt | 0W-20 |
| K20C4 2.0L turbo I4 (2018-2022, Sport/Touring) | 4.8 L / 5.1 qt | 0W-20 |
| LFB2 2.0L Hybrid I4 (2018-2022) | 3.8 L / 4.0 qt | 0W-20 |
| L15BE 1.5L turbo I4 (2023-present) | 3.5 L / 3.7 qt | 0W-20 |
| LFC5 2.0L Hybrid I4 (2023-present) | 4.0 L / 4.2 qt | 0W-20 |
Always confirm on your own car
Trim packages, mid-cycle refreshes and regional variants can pair the same displacement with a different engine code than shown here. The authoritative source for your exact vehicle is the oil specification sticker under the hood or on the driver's door jamb, the owner's manual, or the engine code stamped on the block - not a generic capacity chart.
Summary
| 2.4L I4 (2013-2017, K24W1) | 4.4 US qt (4.2 L), 0W-20 |
|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 (2013-2017, J35Y1/J35Y2) | 4.5 US qt (4.3 L), 0W-20 |
| 1.5L turbo (2018-2022, L15BE/L15BD) | 3.7 US qt (3.5 L), 0W-20 |
| 2.0L turbo (2018-2022, K20C4) | 5.1 US qt (4.8 L), 0W-20 |
| 2.0L Hybrid (2018-2022, LFB2) | 4.0 US qt (3.8 L), 0W-20 |
| 1.5L turbo (2023-present, L15BE) | 3.7 US qt (3.5 L), 0W-20 |
| 2.0L Hybrid (2023-present, LFC5) | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L), 0W-20 |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Honda Accord: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
How much oil does a Honda Accord 2.4L take?
The 2.4L K24W1 engine used in 2013-2017 Accords takes 4.4 US quarts (4.2 liters) of 0W-20 oil with a filter change. Always double check against your owner's manual since some trims and markets varied slightly.
Does the 1.5L turbo Accord take the same oil as the 2.0L turbo?
No. The 1.5L turbo (L15BE) takes 3.7 US quarts (3.5 L) with filter, while the 2.0L turbo (K20C4) found in Sport and Touring trims takes 5.1 US quarts (4.8 L) with filter. Both use 0W-20 oil, but the quantity differs by more than a quart.
Is the hybrid Accord's oil capacity the same across generations?
Not exactly. The 2018-2022 hybrid (engine code LFB2) takes 4.0 US quarts (3.8 L) with filter, while the redesigned 2023-present hybrid (engine code LFC5) takes 4.2 US quarts (4.0 L) with filter. Confirm your specific engine code before topping off.
Where can I find the exact oil capacity for my Accord?
Check the oil specification sticker under the hood, the driver's door jamb placard, or the maintenance section of your owner's manual. These list the figure Honda specifies for your exact engine code and trim, which is more reliable than a general chart.