How Often Should You Change Oil in 2016 Honda Accord?

The recommended frequency to change a car running full synthetic motor oil is 7,500 to 10,000 miles. If you are using a conventional oil then that oil change interval is 3,000 to 5,000 miles. Both of these numbers are based on driving in normal conditions.

You should use a full synthetic motor oil when performing a Honda Accord oil change. The Honda recommended engine oil viscosity for both engines is a 0W-20 rated oil. Honda has their own brand of oil, but you can also find many choices from all of the big name oil producers – Valvoline, Pennzoil, Mobil 1, and Castrol.

Listed below are some of the best selling 0W-20 full synthetic motor oils.

Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20 Motor Oil

Castrol Edge Advanced Full Synthetic 0W-20 Motor Oil

Pennzoil Ultra Platinum Full Synthetic 0W-20 Motor Oil

Mobil 1 Extended Performance Full Synthetic 0W-20 Motor Oil

Honda Genuine Full Synthetic 0W-20 Motor Oil

If your vehicle has over 75,000 miles – you should start using some of the High Mileage rated motor oils. These oils are specially formulated with additives to help with seal longevity, preventing the buildup of sludge, and the varying tolerances in older cars. Every oil manufacturer makes 0W-20 viscosity rated oils that are some of the best oil for Honda Accord.

You will need 4.4 quarts for the 2.4L engine and 4.5 quarts for the 3.5L V6 engine when you change the oil and the oil filter together. Always change the oil filter when you change the oil.

Related Article