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2014 Honda Civic Oil Capacity and Oil Type by Engine
The 2014 Honda Civic takes 3.9 quarts of SAE 0W-20 with a filter change (1.8L), according to the Honda owner's manual.
Quoted from the Honda owner's manual with page numbers. Figures online often conflict because they mix engines or with- and without-filter amounts, so match your engine first.
Compiled by Uzman Munib · Record updated · Source and review standards
2014 Honda Civic oil capacity and oil type by engine
US quarts by engine, quoted from the Honda owner's manual with the page for each figure. Coverage is limited to the named configurations.
| Engine | Oil capacity | Oil grade | Without filter change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L L41.8L manual FWD, 1.8L CVT FWD | 3.9 US qtwith filter | SAE 0W-20 | 3.7 US qt | Engine oil with filter: capacity table, PDF p. 447Source noteQuantity with oil filter change, from the manual's capacities table. withoutFilterQt gives the quantity without filter change. Check the dipstick after filling. Checked 2026-10-09. Market: U.S. and Canada. |
Civic oil capacity in other years
At a glance
2014 Honda Civic reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
Engine oil capacity
3.9 qt with filter
Source
1.8L manual FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09OE tire size
P195/65R15, P205/55R16, P215/45R17
Source
1.8L manual FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Wheel torque
Not published
2014 Honda Civic Oil Capacity and Oil Type
Oil specification
API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Source
1.8L manual FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Oil filter
Not published
2014 Honda Civic Tire Size and Pressure
OE tire sizes
P195/65R15, P205/55R16, P215/45R17
Source
1.8L manual FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Front pressure
Not published
Rear pressure
Not published
Bolt pattern
Not published
Fluids
Transmission capacity
Not published
Transmission fluid
Honda Manual Transmission Fluid
Source
1.8L manual FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Coolant type
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2, 50/50 with distilled water
Source
1.8L manual FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Brake fluid
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Source
1.8L manual FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Power steering fluid
Not published
Differential fluid
Not published
2014 Honda Civic Spark Plugs and Battery
Spark plug gap
Not published
Spark plugs
NGK DILZKR7B11GS, DENSO DXU22HCR-D11S
Source
1.8L manual FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Battery group
Not published
2014 Honda Civic Towing Capacity
Towing capacity
Not published
Payload capacity
Not published
1.8L manual FWD manufacturer references
2014 Honda Civic Owner's Manual — Vehicle and engine specifications, PDF p. 446 Accessed 2026-10-092014 Honda Civic Owner's Manual — Fluids, coolant and tires, PDF p. 447 Accessed 2026-10-092014 Honda Civic MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 25 to 44 mpg across 7 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Configuration / engine | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civic Hybrid1.5L 4-cylinder · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 43 mpg | 45 mpg | 44 mpg | $1,400 | 202 g/mi |
| Civic Natural Gas1.8L 4-cylinder · Automatic 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Natural GasEPA configuration record | 27 mpg | 38 mpg | 31 mpg | $1,450 | 218 g/mi |
| Civic1.8L 4-cylinder · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 29 mpg | 37 mpg | 33 mpg | $1,850 | 273 g/mi |
| Civic2.4L 4-cylinder · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Premium GasolineEPA configuration record | 22 mpg | 31 mpg | 25 mpg | $3,050 | 352 g/mi |
| Civic HF1.8L 4-cylinder · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 31 mpg | 40 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,800 | 259 g/mi |
| Civic1.8L 4-cylinder · Automatic (AV-S7) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 29 mpg | 37 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,900 | 276 g/mi |
| Civic1.8L 4-cylinder · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 28 mpg | 35 mpg | 31 mpg | $2,000 | 289 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2014 Honda Civic annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 1.5L 4-cylinder, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Front-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile. For a specific journey, budget a road trip and settle passenger shares.
2014 Honda Civic recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 2 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) · 15V574000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015. The software settings that control the transmission operation may result in damage to the transmission drive pulley shaft.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JU2 (Civic) and JU3(Fit).
TIRES:BEAD · 14V109000
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Honda Civic LX vehicles manufactured November 26, 2013, through January 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, during mounting of the tires, the tire bead may have gotten pinched between the assembly equipment and the steel wheel rims, resulting in damage to the tire.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any damaged tire, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JD8.
2014 Honda Civic NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Honda Civic 4 DR FWD | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2014 Honda Civic 2 DR FWD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Confirm the engine, tire package and service procedure
Match your engine and transmission with the configuration selector. Check the door-jamb tire label for your installed wheel package and cold pressure. A capacity is not a substitute for the filling procedure in the owner's manual; transmission change quantities and total system capacities can describe different jobs.
Fields marked Not published have no compiled value here. They do not mean zero capacity, no maintenance requirement or permission to substitute a part. Request a specification correction with the exact year, engine and manufacturer reference.
Frequently asked questions
- How much oil does a 2014 Honda Civic take?
- 1.8L manual FWD: 3.9 US qt with filter; SAE 0W-20. 1.8L CVT FWD: 3.9 US qt with filter; SAE 0W-20.
- What type of oil does the 2014 Honda Civic take?
- SAE 0W-20 (1.8L). Specification: API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil. Use the grade printed in your owner's manual or on the oil filler cap.
- Does the 2014 Honda Civic oil capacity include the filter?
- Yes. These are the owner's manual's with-filter amounts. Without a filter change: 1.8L 3.7 qt. Check the dipstick after filling.
- What tire size and wheel torque does the 2014 Honda Civic use?
- 1.8L manual FWD: P195/65R15, P205/55R16, P215/45R17; wheel torque not published. 1.8L CVT FWD: P195/65R15, P205/55R16, P215/45R17; wheel torque not published.
- What is the 2014 Honda Civic gas mileage?
- EPA combined ratings run from 25 to 44 mpg across 7 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
- Are these real-world MPG figures for the Civic?
- These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
- Does the 2014 Honda Civic have recalls?
- NHTSA returned 2 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
- Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
- No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-052014 Honda Civic Owner's Manual — Vehicle and engine specifications, PDF p. 446 Accessed 2026-10-092014 Honda Civic Owner's Manual — Fluids, coolant and tires, PDF p. 447 Accessed 2026-10-09Last updated