Acura ILX Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Acura ILX takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.6 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2022 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2015 models take 3.9-4.4 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-2022 | 0W-20 | 4.6 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2015 | 0W-20 | 3.9-4.4 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2013-2014 | 0W-20 | 3.8-4.4 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every ILX year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Acura ILX take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Acura ILX takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 4.6 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2022 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2015 models take 3.9-4.4 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Acura ILX take?
About 4.6 qt with a filter change on 2016-2022 models, and 3.9-4.4 qt on 2015 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Acura ILX?
Yes. We record 3 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2016-2022: 0W-20; 2015: 0W-20; 2013-2014: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 10 of 10 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Acura ILX, CarSpecFinder - Acura ILX oil and CarSpecFinder - Acura ILX oil. Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.