Honda Pilot Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Honda Pilot takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.8 qt with a filter change, on 2023-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2016-2022 models take 5.7 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-2026 | 0W-20 | 5.8 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2016-2022 | 0W-20 | 5.7 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2012-2015 | 0W-20 | 4.5 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2005-2011 | 5W-20 | 4.5 qt | Shop 5W-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 Pilot year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Honda Pilot take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Honda Pilot takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.8 qt with a filter change, on 2023-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2016-2022 models take 5.7 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Honda Pilot take?
About 5.8 qt with a filter change on 2023-2026 models, and 5.7 qt on 2016-2022 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 Pilot?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2023-2026: 0W-20; 2016-2022: 0W-20; 2012-2015: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 22 of 22 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Honda Pilot, Car Specs - Honda Pilot oil capacity and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 Honda Pilot, 3.5L 6-cyl (J35Y8). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.