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2018 Honda CR-V Oil Capacity and Oil Type by Engine
The 2018 Honda CR-V takes 3.7 quarts of SAE 0W-20 with a filter change (1.5L turbo); or 4.7 quarts of SAE 0W-20 with a filter change (2.4L), 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
2018 Honda CR-V 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L L42.4L FWD, 2.4L AWD | 4.7 US qtwith filter | SAE 0W-20 | 4.4 US qt | Honda CR-V owner manual: oil and fluid change quantities, printed p. 653, dealer-hosted copySource noteHonda lists 4.7 US qt with filter and 0W-20 for the 2.4L engine. The owner-manual procedure calls for running the engine, checking for leaks, then stopping it and waiting three minutes before checking the dipstick. CVT change quantity depends on FWD or AWD; select your drivetrain in the service sheet. Checked 2026-09-30. Market: U.S./Canada; named 2.4L and 1.5L gasoline configurations. |
| 1.5L L4 Turbo1.5L Turbo FWD, 1.5L Turbo AWD | 3.7 US qtwith filter | SAE 0W-20 | 3.4 US qt | Honda CR-V owner manual: oil and fluid change quantities, printed p. 653, dealer-hosted copySource noteHonda lists 3.7 US qt with filter and 0W-20 for the 1.5L Turbo engine. The owner-manual procedure calls for running the engine, checking for leaks, then stopping it and waiting three minutes before checking the dipstick. CVT change quantity depends on FWD or AWD; select your drivetrain in the service sheet. Checked 2026-09-30. Market: U.S./Canada; named 2.4L and 1.5L gasoline configurations. |
At a glance
2018 Honda CR-V reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
Oil quantity is the change amount including a new filter. Select the engine before using a quantity. Honda HCF-2 CVT change quantity is 3.9 US qt for FWD and 4.5 US qt for AWD. These are change quantities, not total dry capacities. Coolant change quantities include coolant remaining in the reserve tank: 6.6 US qt for 2.4L, 6.56 US qt for 1.5L. Do not add the reserve-tank amount again.
2018 Honda CR-V Oil Capacity and Oil Type
Oil specification
API premium-grade detergent oil
Source
2.4L FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-30Oil filter
Not published
2018 Honda CR-V Tire Size and Pressure
Bolt pattern
Not published
2018 Honda CR-V Wheel Torque Specs
Lug nut size
Not published
Fluids
Coolant type
Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Source
2.4L FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-30Brake fluid
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Source
2.4L FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-30Power steering fluid
Not published
Differential fluid
Not published
2018 Honda CR-V Spark Plugs and Battery
Spark plug gap
Not published
Spark plugs
NGK DILKAR7H11GS, NGK DILKAR7G11GS, DENSO DXE22HQR-D11S
Source
2.4L FWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-30Battery group
Not published
2018 Honda CR-V Towing Capacity
Payload capacity
Not published
2.4L FWD manufacturer references
Honda CR-V owner manual: oil and fluid change quantities, printed p. 653, dealer-hosted copy Accessed 2026-09-30Honda CR-V owner manual: oil change and level check, printed p. 578, dealer-hosted copy Accessed 2026-09-30Honda CR-V owner manual: wheel torque, printed p. 623, dealer-hosted copy Accessed 2026-09-30Honda 2018 CR-V Owner Guide: specifications p. 162, PDF spread p. 85 Accessed 2026-09-302018 Honda CR-V MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 27 to 30 mpg across 4 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Configuration / engine | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V FWD2.4L 4-cylinder · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 26 mpg | 32 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,200 | 312 g/mi |
| CR-V FWD1.5L 4-cylinder turbo · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 28 mpg | 34 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,050 | 292 g/mi |
| CR-V AWD2.4L 4-cylinder · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 25 mpg | 31 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,300 | 327 g/mi |
| CR-V AWD1.5L 4-cylinder turbo · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 27 mpg | 33 mpg | 29 mpg | $2,100 | 303 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.
2018 Honda CR-V annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 2.4L 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.
Budget a transmission service for your confirmed procedure
Calculate drain-and-fill fluid purchases, parts and labor using the refill quantity and cycle count confirmed for your exact transmission. A listed total capacity does not establish the service refill amount.
Plan fuel for a trailer trip
Compare towing MPG scenarios and trip fuel costs after checking configuration, payload and hitch limits. Enter measured towing MPG; the unloaded EPA figure does not predict towing consumption.
2018 Honda CR-V recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 5 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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · 21V215000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM · 18V663000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power steering system may not be properly secured, allowing the magnet to become dislodged. During a full lock turn, the dislodged magnet may cause steering assist to be applied in the opposite direction.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY · 23V158000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles. A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · 23V858000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER · 26V332000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
2018 Honda CR-V NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Honda CR-V SUV AWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2018 Honda CR-V SUV FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 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 2018 Honda CR-V take?
- 2.4L FWD: 4.7 US qt with filter; 0W-20. 2.4L AWD: 4.7 US qt with filter; 0W-20. 1.5L Turbo FWD: 3.7 US qt with filter; 0W-20. 1.5L Turbo AWD: 3.7 US qt with filter; 0W-20.
- What type of oil does the 2018 Honda CR-V take?
- SAE 0W-20 (1.5L turbo); SAE 0W-20 (2.4L). Specification: API premium-grade detergent oil. Use the grade printed in your owner's manual or on the oil filler cap.
- Does the 2018 Honda CR-V oil capacity include the filter?
- Yes. These are the owner's manual's with-filter amounts. Without a filter change: 2.4L 4.4 qt; 1.5L turbo 3.4 qt. Check the dipstick after filling.
- What tire size and wheel torque does the 2018 Honda CR-V use?
- 2.4L FWD: 235/65R17 104H; 80 ft-lb. 2.4L AWD: 235/65R17 104H; 80 ft-lb. 1.5L Turbo FWD: 235/60R18 103H; 80 ft-lb. 1.5L Turbo AWD: 235/60R18 103H; 80 ft-lb.
- What is the 2018 Honda CR-V gas mileage?
- EPA combined ratings run from 27 to 30 mpg across 4 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
- Are these real-world MPG figures for the CR-V?
- 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 2018 Honda CR-V have recalls?
- NHTSA returned 5 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 2026-09-05Honda CR-V owner manual: oil and fluid change quantities, printed p. 653, dealer-hosted copy Accessed 2026-09-30Honda CR-V owner manual: oil change and level check, printed p. 578, dealer-hosted copy Accessed 2026-09-30Honda CR-V owner manual: wheel torque, printed p. 623, dealer-hosted copy Accessed 2026-09-30Honda 2018 CR-V Owner Guide: specifications p. 162, PDF spread p. 85 Accessed 2026-09-30Last updated