Quick answer: the 2006–2011 Honda Civic 1.8L takes 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) of oil with a filter change and uses 5W-20. The Civic Si 2.0L takes 4.6 US qt (4.4 L) and uses 5W-30.
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Without filter | Oil type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cylinder (1,799 cm³), non-Si | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 3.7 US qt (3.5 L) | 5W-20 |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder (1,998 cm³), Civic Si | 4.6 US qt (4.4 L) | 4.4 US qt (4.2 L) | 5W-30 |
The Si is different. It takes 0.7 quart more oil than the regular Civic and Honda specifies 5W-30 for it, not 5W-20. Newer Civics use 0W-20, but these manuals do not.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | 1.8L | Si 2.0L |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 4.6 US qt (4.4 L) |
| 2007 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 4.6 US qt (4.4 L) |
| 2008 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 4.6 US qt (4.4 L) |
| 2009 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 4.6 US qt (4.4 L) |
| 2010 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 4.6 US qt (4.4 L) |
| 2011 | 3.9 US qt (3.7 L) | 4.6 US qt (4.4 L) |
We read the Specifications pages of all six owner’s manuals. The capacities and oil grades did not change during this generation.
Recommended oil type
The manuals list API premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil for the 1.8L and API premium-grade 5W-30 for the Si. Honda adds that the API Certification Seal should say “For Gasoline Engines.”
How to reset the oil life on the 2006–2011 Honda Civic
See also: Honda oil life reset for all models.
This is the procedure in the 2009 Civic Sedan owner’s manual. If your display looks different, follow your own manual.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
- Press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life is displayed.
- Press and hold SEL/RESET for about 10 seconds. The oil life and the maintenance codes blink.
- Press and hold SEL/RESET for more than 5 seconds. The codes disappear and oil life resets to 100.
Oil change tips
- 1.8L: add about 3.5 quarts, check the dipstick, then top up.
- Si: a 5-quart jug covers one change with a new filter.
- 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:
- 2006 Civic owner’s manual
- 2007 Civic owner’s manual
- 2008 Civic owner’s manual
- 2009 Civic owner’s manual
- 2010 Civic owner’s manual
- 2011 Civic 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 2006–2011 Honda Civic take?
The 1.8L engine takes 3.9 US quarts (3.7 L) with a filter change. The Civic Si’s 2.0L engine takes 4.6 US quarts (4.4 L).
What oil does a 2006–2011 Civic use?
Honda’s manuals call for 5W-20 in the 1.8L (DX, LX, EX and similar trims) and 5W-30 in the Civic Si.
Can I use 0W-20 in a 2006–2011 Civic?
These owner’s manuals list 5W-20 for the 1.8L and 5W-30 for the Si, not 0W-20. Ask your Honda dealer before switching grades.
How much oil without changing the filter?
3.7 US quarts (3.5 L) for the 1.8L and 4.4 US quarts (4.2 L) for the Si 2.0L.
How do I reset the oil life on a 2006–2011 Civic?
With the ignition ON, press SEL/RESET until the engine oil life shows, hold it about 10 seconds until the display blinks, then hold it more than 5 seconds. Oil life returns to 100.
Newer Civic? See the 2012–2015 Honda Civic oil type and capacity.