Quick answer: the 2016–2022 Honda HR-V 1.8L takes 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) of oil with a filter change. Honda specifies 0W-20.
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Without filter | Oil type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cylinder (1,799 cm³) | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 3.7 US qt (3.5 L) | 0W-20 |
Tip: a 5-quart jug covers one HR-V oil change with about a quart left over for topping up between changes.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | Oil capacity (with filter) | Without filter |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L)* | 3.7 US qt (3.5 L)* |
| 2017 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 3.7 US qt (3.5 L) |
| 2018 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 3.7 US qt (3.5 L) |
| 2019 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 3.7 US qt (3.5 L) |
| 2020 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 3.7 US qt (3.5 L) |
| 2021 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 3.7 US qt (3.5 L) |
| 2022 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 3.7 US qt (3.5 L) |
We read the Specifications pages of the six manuals Honda publishes (2017–2022). Every one lists the same 1.8-liter engine (109.8 cu-in), the same capacity and the same oil grade.
Recommended oil type
Every manual lists Honda’s genuine 0W-20 motor oil or an API premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil. Any brand with the API Certification Seal and the 0W-20 grade meets Honda’s requirement.
How to reset the oil life on the 2016–2022 Honda HR-V
See also: Honda oil life reset for all models.
The 2017 and 2019 owner’s manuals show two procedures, depending on the display in your HR-V. If your screens look different, follow your own manual.
Models with the select/reset knob
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Press the select/reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life is displayed.
- Press and hold the knob for 10 seconds or more. The oil life indicator and the maintenance codes blink.
- Press the knob for five seconds or more. The codes disappear and oil life returns to 100%.
Models with the multi-information display (2019 manual)
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Use the information button to select Maintenance Info., then press the SEL/RESET button.
- Select Reset, then press SEL/RESET. The maintenance items disappear and oil life returns to 100%.
Oil change tips
- Add about 3.5 quarts, check the dipstick, then top up to the upper mark.
- Do not fill above the upper mark on the dipstick. Honda warns that overfilling can damage the engine.
- There is no fixed mileage interval in the manual: follow the Maintenance Minder percentage.
Sources and how we checked
All capacities and oil grades on this page come from Honda’s owner’s manuals on Honda’s technical information server (techinfo.honda.com), Specifications and Maintenance Minder sections:
- 2017 HR-V owner’s manual
- 2018 HR-V owner’s manual
- 2019 HR-V owner’s manual
- 2020 HR-V owner’s manual
- 2021 HR-V owner’s manual
- 2022 HR-V owner’s manual
If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.
Last checked: October 21, 2026.
FAQ
How much oil does a 2016–2022 Honda HR-V take?
3.9 US quarts (3.7 L) with a filter change. The 2017–2022 owner’s manuals all list the same figure for the 1.8L engine.
What oil does a 2016–2022 HR-V use?
Honda specifies Honda’s genuine 0W-20 motor oil or an API premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil.
How much oil without changing the filter?
3.7 US quarts (3.5 L).
Is the HR-V oil capacity the same as the Civic?
It matches the 2012–2015 Civic 1.8L (3.9 quarts with filter), which uses an engine of the same size. It is not the same as the 2016–2021 Civic, which takes 4.4 quarts (2.0L) or 3.7 quarts (1.5L turbo).
How do I reset the oil life on a 2016–2022 HR-V?
With the ignition ON, show the engine oil life with the select/reset knob, hold the knob 10 seconds until the codes blink, then hold it 5 more seconds. On models with the multi-information display, select Maintenance Info., press SEL/RESET, select Reset and press SEL/RESET.
More Honda models: see all Honda oil capacities.