Honda Fit Oil Capacity & Oil Type
TL;DR
For the Brazil/LatAm Fit, oil capacity with filter runs roughly 3.6 to 3.7 liters depending on generation and engine code (L13A/L15A, L15A7, or L15B7), with recommended viscosity shifting from 10W-30 on older flex engines to 0W-20 on the newest ones.
Honda Fit oil capacity: which engine do you actually have?
This page treats the Brazil / Latin American market Honda Fit hatchback as the primary subject. The Fit was sold there across three generations, and each one used a different engine code with its own oil capacity and viscosity recommendation. Because capacity figures are tied to the engine, not just the model name, the table below is organized by engine code and year range rather than by generation name alone.
Why the engine code matters
Honda reused the Fit name for over 15 years in Brazil while changing engines several times, including moving from single-injection flex-fuel engines to direct-injection flex-fuel engines. Two Fits with the same body style can need different oil quantities and different viscosity grades. Figures below marked as a range reflect genuine disagreement between credible sources; where we could not corroborate a precise number, we say so rather than guess.
Capacity and viscosity by engine
| Engine code / years (Brazil/LatAm) | Capacity with filter (L / US qt) | Viscosity |
|---|---|---|
| L13A / L15A - 1st gen (GD), 2003-2008 | approx. 3.6-3.7 L (3.8-3.9 qt) - sources vary slightly | Varies by model year (5W-20 or 10W-30 reported); confirm on your filler cap or manual |
| L15A7 - 2nd gen (GE), 2009-2014, 1.5 Flex | approx. 3.6 L (3.8 qt) | SAE 10W-30, API SL/SN (per Honda Brazil owner's manual for flex-fuel engines) |
| L15B7 - 3rd gen (GK/GP), 2015-2021, 1.5 Flex DOHC direct injection | approx. 3.6 L (3.8 qt) | 0W-20 full synthetic (Honda Genuine Motor Oil specification for this engine) |
Always verify on your own car
Even within one engine code, running changes and regional manual updates can shift the number slightly. Before you buy oil, check:
- The dipstick or oil filler cap, which often shows the viscosity grade
- Your owner's manual maintenance/specifications section
- The driver's door jamb placard, which sometimes repeats fluid specs
If your figure differs from the table above, trust your own vehicle's documentation over any online guide, including this one.
Summary
| Primary market covered | Brazil / Latin America |
|---|---|
| Body style | Hatchback |
| 1st gen engines (2003-2008) | L13A / L15A, approx. 3.6-3.7 L with filter |
| 2nd gen engine (2009-2014) | L15A7 (1.5 Flex), approx. 3.6 L with filter, 10W-30 |
| 3rd gen engine (2015-2021) | L15B7 (1.5 Flex DOHC), approx. 3.6 L with filter, 0W-20 |
| Authoritative source | Owner's manual, oil filler cap/dipstick, or door placard |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Honda Fit: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
What oil capacity does a Honda Fit need with a filter change?
It depends on the engine. For the Brazil/LatAm Fit, the most commonly cited figures are about 3.6 liters (3.8 US quarts) for the L15A7 (2009-2014) and L15B7 (2015-2021) engines, and roughly 3.6-3.7 liters for the earlier L13A/L15A engines (2003-2008), though early-generation sources vary slightly. Confirm against your owner's manual or filler cap.
Does the Brazilian Fit use different oil than the US or Japanese Fit?
The engine codes and required viscosity can differ, because Brazilian Fits run flex-fuel engines (gasoline and ethanol) tuned differently than US gasoline-only versions. The Brazil manual for the L15A7 flex engine, for example, specifies SAE 10W-30, while equivalent-era US Fits commonly used 5W-20. Always match oil to your specific market's manual.
Why do different websites list different oil capacities for the same Honda Fit?
Many sites do not distinguish engine codes and copy figures from the wrong generation, or confuse total system capacity (including the torque converter fill on some service documents) with the simpler drain-and-refill capacity used for routine oil changes. When sources disagree, treat the number as a range rather than an exact figure until you confirm it against your own manual.
Where is the definitive source for my exact Honda Fit's oil capacity?
Your vehicle's owner's manual (maintenance specifications section) and the oil filler cap or dipstick are the authoritative sources, since they are matched to your exact engine code and model year. A dealership parts department can also look up the figure using your VIN.