Acura RDX Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Acura RDX takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2013-2018 models take 4.5 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-2026 | 0W-20 | 5.1 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2013-2018 | 0W-20 | 4.5 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2012 | 5W-30 | 5 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
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 RDX year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Acura RDX take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Acura RDX takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.1 qt with a filter change, on 2019-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2013-2018 models take 4.5 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Acura RDX take?
About 5.1 qt with a filter change on 2019-2026 models, and 4.5 qt on 2013-2018 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 RDX?
Yes. We record 3 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2019-2026: 0W-20; 2013-2018: 0W-20; 2012: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 15 of 15 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Acura RDX, AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Acura RDX, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (K20C4) and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2025 Acura RDX, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (K20C4). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.