Honda Odyssey Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Honda Odyssey takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.7 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2027 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2011-2017 models take 4.5 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-2027 | 0W-20 | 5.7 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2011-2017 | 0W-20 | 4.5 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2008-2010 | 5W-20 | 4.5 qt | Shop 5W-20 |
| 2002-2007 | 0W-20 | 4.5 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 1999-2001 | 5W-30 | 4.5 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 Odyssey year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Honda Odyssey take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Honda Odyssey takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.7 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2027 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2011-2017 models take 4.5 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Honda Odyssey take?
About 5.7 qt with a filter change on 2018-2027 models, and 4.5 qt on 2011-2017 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 Odyssey?
Yes. We record 5 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2027: 0W-20; 2011-2017: 0W-20; 2008-2010: 5W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 28 of 29 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Honda Odyssey, Car Specs - Honda Odyssey oil capacity and CarSpecFinder - Honda Odyssey oil. Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-10-08. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.