--- title: "2022-2025 Honda Civic Oil Type: 0W-20, 4.4 qt" description: "The 2022-2025 Honda Civic takes 0W-20 engine oil, 4.4 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/oil" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # 2022-2025 Honda Civic Oil Type and Capacity The 2022-2025 Honda Civic takes 0W-20 engine oil, 4.4 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents. **Quick answer**: The 2022-2025 Honda Civic (2.0L 4-cylinder (K20C2)) takes 0W-20 engine oil, 4.4 quarts with a filter change (OEM filter Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on)). Other engines differ; see the tables below. ## 2022-2025 Honda Civic 2.0L 4-cylinder (K20C2) oil (Verified) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Viscosity | 0W-20 | | Oil standard | API SN or later / ILSAC GF-6 | | Capacity (with filter) | 4.4 qt / 4.2 L | | Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) | | OEM filter | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on) | | Aftermarket filters | Fram XG7317 (Ultra), Wix 57356XP | | Change interval | Per Maintenance Minder; typically 7,500-10,000 mi. 12 months max. | | Drain plug torque | 29 ft-lbs | Note: Carryover engine from the 10th generation; same 4.4-qt with-filter capacity and filter. ## 2022-2025 Honda Civic 1.5L turbo 4-cylinder (L15B7 family) oil (Verified) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Viscosity | 0W-20 | | Oil standard | API SN or later / ILSAC GF-6 | | Capacity (with filter) | 3.7 qt / 3.5 L | | Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) | | OEM filter | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on) | | Aftermarket filters | Fram XG7317 (Ultra), Wix 57356XP | | Change interval | Per Maintenance Minder; typically 7,500-10,000 mi. 12 months max. | | Drain plug torque | 29 ft-lbs | Note: Revised 1.5T with updated injection/VTC aimed at the old oil-dilution behavior; capacity unchanged at 3.7 qt with filter. ## 2022-2025 Honda Civic 1.5L turbo (Civic Si, 200 hp) oil (Verified) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Viscosity | 0W-20 | | Oil standard | API SN or later / ILSAC GF-6 | | Capacity (with filter) | 3.7 qt / 3.5 L | | Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) | | OEM filter | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on) | | Aftermarket filters | Fram XG7317 (Ultra), Wix 57356XP | | Change interval | Per Maintenance Minder; enthusiasts commonly change at 5,000 mi | | Drain plug torque | 29 ft-lbs | Note: Same 3.7-qt fill as the standard 1.5T. Rev-match 6MT is the only transmission. ## 2022-2025 Honda Civic 2.0L turbo (K20C1, Civic Type R FL5) oil (Verified) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Viscosity | 0W-20 | | Oil standard | API SN or later / ILSAC GF-6 | | Capacity (with filter) | 5.7 qt / 5.4 L | | Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) | | OEM filter | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on) | | Aftermarket filters | Fram XG7317 (Ultra), Wix 57356XP | | Change interval | Per Maintenance Minder; change immediately after track events | | Drain plug torque | 29 ft-lbs | Note: 5.7 qt with filter (5.3 qt without), same K20C1 as the FK8 with more boost. Check the level warm on level ground. ## 2022-2025 Honda Civic 2.0L Hybrid (Atkinson-cycle 2.0L + two-motor e:CVT) oil (Verified) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Viscosity | 0W-20 | | Oil standard | Honda Genuine 0W-20 / API SN or higher | | Capacity (with filter) | 4.2 qt / 4 L | | Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) | | OEM filter | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on) | | Aftermarket filters | Fram XG7317 (Ultra), Wix 57356XP | | Change interval | Per Maintenance Minder; hybrids often stretch real-world intervals, still change at least every 12 months | | Drain plug torque | 29 ft-lbs | Note: Owner's manual: 3.9 qt oil-only change, 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) with filter. The engine spends time off while driving, so the Maintenance Minder tracks oil life, trust it, not miles alone. ## Which Honda Civic model years does this cover? These oil specifications apply to every Honda Civic built from 2022 through 2025, the 11th generation (FE/FL), compact sedan and hatchback. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2022 Civic](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022) - [2023 Civic](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2023) - [2024 Civic](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2024) - [2025 Civic](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2025) ## What changed during the 2022-2025 Honda Civic | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2022 | Generation launch: sedan and hatchback (no coupe). Si returns at 200 hp, 6MT only. | | 2023 | Type R FL5 arrives: 315 hp, 265/30ZR19 tires, still 0W-20 oil and a 5.7-qt sump | | 2025 | Facelift. 1.5T EX/Touring replaced by the 200-hp two-motor hybrid (Sport Hybrid / Sport Touring Hybrid, 50/47 mpg); LX and Sport keep the 2.0L. Hybrid gets a 10.6-gal tank and an under-hood 12V battery. | ## 2022-2025 Honda Civic oil: common questions ### How many quarts of oil does a 2022-2025 Honda Civic take? It depends on the engine. The 2.0L 4-cylinder (K20C2) takes 4.4 quarts; The 1.5L turbo 4-cylinder (L15B7 family) takes 3.7 quarts; The 1.5L turbo (Civic Si, 200 hp) takes 3.7 quarts; The 2.0L turbo (K20C1, Civic Type R FL5) takes 5.7 quarts; The 2.0L Hybrid (Atkinson-cycle 2.0L + two-motor e:CVT) takes 4.2 quarts, all figures include a new filter. ### What kind of oil does a 2022-2025 Honda Civic take? 0W-20 meeting API SN or later / ILSAC GF-6. Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above. ### Can you use a different viscosity in a 2022-2025 Honda Civic? The factory specification is 0W-20 and no alternate grade is listed for this engine. Modern variable-valve-timing hardware is sized around the specified viscosity, so substituting a thicker oil is not a free choice. ### How often does a 2022-2025 Honda Civic need an oil change? Per Maintenance Minder; typically 7,500-10,000 mi. 12 months max.. Short trips, towing, extended idling, and dusty or very cold conditions all put the vehicle on the severe-service side of that interval. ### What oil filter does a 2022-2025 Honda Civic take? The OEM filter is Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on). Common equivalents: Fram XG7317 (Ultra), Wix 57356XP. Torque the drain plug to 29 lb-ft. An overtightened plug strips an aluminium pan. ## Sources - [Honda techinfo, 2025 Civic Sedan Hybrid owner's manual specifications (oil 0W-20, 4.2 qt with filter)](https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/AT542525IOM/enu/details/131266047-16992.html) - [AMSOIL product application guide, 2025 Civic Type R 2.0L K20C1 (5.7 qt with filter)](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2025/honda/civic/2-0l-4-cyl-engine-code-k20c1-2-turbo/) - [NHTSA recall 24V-744, steering gearbox worm wheel ('sticky steering')](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2024/RCLRPT-24V744-4093.PDF) - [Honda News, American Honda recalls ~1.7M vehicles to repair steering gearboxes](https://hondanews.com/en-US/releases/american-honda-recalls-approximately-17-million-vehicles-to-repair-steering-gearboxes) - [Honda News, 2025 Civic Sedan specifications (fuel tank, curb weight)](https://hondanews.com/en-US/honda-automobiles/releases/release-c28e8d1efb94e520fef21ff3f800cb30-2025-honda-civic-sedan-specifications-features) - [fueleconomy.gov, 2025 Honda Civic EPA ratings (incl. hybrid)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2025_Honda_Civic.shtml) - [Honda parts, 76620-T20-A01 wiper blade, 2022-2025 Civic](https://honda.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/honda-wiper-blade-76620t20a01) - [Honda parts, 17220-5BA-A00 air filter (2016-2026, 2.0L non-turbo)](https://honda.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/honda-air-filter-172205baa00) - [TireSize.com, 2023 Honda Civic OE tire sizes by trim](https://tiresize.com/tires/Honda/Civic/2023/) - [Civic11 forum, Touring sedan door-placard pressures (33/32)](https://www.civic11forum.com/threads/psa-check-your-tire-pressure.802/) - [Honda techinfo, 2022 Civic Maintenance Minder usage](https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/AT202222IOM/enu/details/131229047-12935.html) ## Other Honda Civic generations - [2016-2021 Honda Civic oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2016-2021/oil) - [2012-2015 Honda Civic oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2012-2015/oil) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/oil). ## More for the 2022-2025 Honda Civic - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/civic/2022-2025/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.