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2016–2021 Honda Civic 2.0L — Maintenance Cheat Sheet

For the 2.0L naturally aspirated · Last verified 2026-06-13

Quick-reference maintenance specs for tenth-generation Honda Civic with the base 2.0L engine (LX/Sport trims; EX and up use the 1.5L turbo).

Engine Oil

Oil type
0W-20 Full Synthetic
Oil capacity (with filter)
4.0 US qt — the 3.7 qt figure belongs to the 1.5T engine
Oil filter (OEM)
Honda 15400-PLM-A02
Change interval
per Maintenance Minder — typically ~7,500 mi

Tires

Tire size (LX)
215/55R16 — Sport/EX: 215/50R17; Si: 235/40R18 — check door jamb
Pressure (front/rear)
32 / 32 psi — Si and hatchback configs differ (e.g. 33/32, 35/33) — verify placard

Battery

Group size
51R
Check before you wrench: these figures are provided for general reference only and are not a substitute for the manufacturer's documentation. Values can vary by trim, engine, options, market, production date, and any aftermarket modifications. Always verify every value against your own owner's manual, the door-jamb sticker, or the part itself before performing any service. The Owner's Manual makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of this information and accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from its use. Sources for this page: Firestone — 2016–2021 Civic maintenance · TirePressure.org — 2021 Civic

Common questions

What type of oil does a 2016–2021 Honda Civic 2.0L take?

The 2016–2021 Honda Civic 2.0L takes 0W-20 Full Synthetic. Always verify against your owner's manual or door-jamb placard before servicing.

How much oil does a 2016–2021 Honda Civic 2.0L take?

Oil capacity with a filter change is 4.0 US qt (the 3.7 qt figure belongs to the 1.5T engine). Always verify against your owner's manual or door-jamb placard before servicing.

What oil filter fits a 2016–2021 Honda Civic 2.0L?

The OEM oil filter is Honda 15400-PLM-A02. Always verify against your owner's manual or door-jamb placard before servicing.

What size tires does a 2016–2021 Honda Civic 2.0L use?

Tire size (LX): 215/55R16 (Sport/EX: 215/50R17; Si: 235/40R18 — check door jamb). Always verify against your owner's manual or door-jamb placard before servicing.

What is the recommended tire pressure for a 2016–2021 Honda Civic 2.0L?

Pressure (front/rear): 32 / 32 psi (Si and hatchback configs differ (e.g. 33/32, 35/33) — verify placard). Always verify against your owner's manual or door-jamb placard before servicing.

What battery group size does a 2016–2021 Honda Civic 2.0L use?

Battery group size: 51R. Always verify against your owner's manual or door-jamb placard before servicing.

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