Quick answer: the 2011–2017 Honda Odyssey 3.5L V6 takes 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) of oil with a filter change. Honda specifies 0W-20.
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Without filter | Oil type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 (3,471 cm³) | 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) | 0W-20 |
Watch out: the 2018 and newer Odyssey takes 5.7 quarts. If you use that figure on a 2011–2017 van you will overfill it by more than a quart.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | Oil capacity (with filter) | Without filter |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) |
| 2012 | 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) |
| 2013 | 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) |
| 2014 | 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) |
| 2015 | 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) |
| 2016 | 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) |
| 2017 | 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) |
We read the Specifications pages of all seven owner’s manuals. Every 2011–2017 Odyssey has the same 3.5-liter V6 (212 cu-in), and the capacity and oil grade did not change.
Recommended oil type
Every manual lists Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20 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 2011–2017 Honda Odyssey
See also: Honda oil life reset for all models.
The 2012 and 2014 owner’s manuals show two procedures, depending on the display in your van. If your screens look different, follow your own manual.
Vans with the SEL/RESET knob (information display)
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Press and hold the SEL/RESET knob for 10 seconds or more. The reset mode initial display appears.
- Select oil life with the knob.
- Press and hold the knob for a few seconds to enter the oil life reset mode.
- Press and hold the knob for five seconds or more. Oil life returns to 100%.
Vans with the multi-information display
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life is displayed.
- Press and hold SEL/RESET for 10 seconds or more. The oil life reset mode appears.
- Select RESET with the information button, then press SEL/RESET. Oil life returns to 100%.
Oil change tips
- A 5-quart jug covers one change with a new filter, with a little left for topping up.
- Add about 4 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:
- 2011 Odyssey owner’s manual
- 2012 Odyssey owner’s manual
- 2013 Odyssey owner’s manual
- 2014 Odyssey owner’s manual
- 2015 Odyssey owner’s manual
- 2016 Odyssey owner’s manual
- 2017 Odyssey 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 2011–2017 Honda Odyssey take?
4.5 US quarts (4.3 L) with a filter change, for every model year from 2011 to 2017.
What oil does a 2011–2017 Odyssey use?
Honda specifies Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20 or an API premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil.
How much oil without changing the filter?
4.2 US quarts (4.0 L).
Does the 2018 Odyssey take the same amount?
No. The 2018–2023 Odyssey takes 5.7 US quarts (5.4 L) with a filter change, 1.2 quarts more than the 2011–2017 model.
How do I reset the oil life on a 2011–2017 Odyssey?
With the ignition ON, either hold the SEL/RESET knob for 10 seconds, select oil life, hold it a few seconds and then five more seconds, or, on vans with the multi-information display, show the oil life, hold SEL/RESET for 10 seconds, select RESET and press SEL/RESET.
Newer Odyssey? See the 2018–2023 Honda Odyssey oil type and capacity.