Honda CR-V Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Honda CR-V takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 3.7-4.2 qt with a filter change, on 2023-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2020-2022 models take 3.7-4 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-2026 | 0W-20 | 3.7-4.2 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2020-2022 | 0W-20 | 3.7-4 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2017-2019 | 0W-20 | 3.7-4.6 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2015-2016 | 0W-20 | 4.6 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2012-2014 | 0W-20 | 4.2 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2010-2011 | 0W-20 | 4.4 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2002-2009 | 5W-20 | 4.4 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
| 1998-2001 | 10W-30 | 4 qt | Shop 10W-30 |
| 1997 | 5W-30 | 4 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 CR-V year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Honda CR-V take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Honda CR-V takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 3.7-4.2 qt with a filter change, on 2023-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2020-2022 models take 3.7-4 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Honda CR-V take?
About 3.7-4.2 qt with a filter change on 2023-2026 models, and 3.7-4 qt on 2020-2022 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 Honda CR-V?
Yes. We record 9 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2023-2026: 0W-20; 2020-2022: 0W-20; 2017-2019: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 30 of 30 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Honda CR-V, AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Honda CR-V, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo (L15BE) and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Honda CR-V, 2.0L 4-cyl (LFC3). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.