Checked oil specs by engine
2011 Honda Insight oil capacity, type & filter
The 2011 Honda Insight takes 3.8 qt of 0W-20 oil. Supported by 4 checked sources.
Applies to checked engine: 1.3L 4-Cyl.
AMSOIL EA15K13 is copied into the checkout checklist as the first source-backed candidate for the 1.3L 4-Cyl. 4 other candidate numbers are kept for cross-checking; confirm the exact filter in the retailer selector before buying.
If you prefer a Honda Genuine filter, look up the exact OEM part number in your owner’s manual or Honda’s official parts catalog before ordering.
Oil specs changed across adjacent model years (2010 and 2012) compared with this 2011 page — confirm this is the correct model year before ordering.
Search paths only — confirm the bottle matches your viscosity, API/OEM approval requirements, and purchase quantity before checkout.
2011 Honda Insight oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
The filter part numbers listed above come from checked source rows for this vehicle and engine. Use them as candidates, then confirm the exact part number at checkout; do not substitute across engine rows.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Quick reference for this 2011 Honda Insight
- Capacity
- 3.8 qt
- Oil type
- 0W-20
- Interval
- 12 mo
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K13
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-23 from Pennzoil oil application database, AMSOIL fitment lookup, Purolator fitment catalog, and Castrol fitment database.
Honda Insight oil specs by year
The 2011 page is the eighth-newest Insight oil record. Oil specs changed in the 2012 and 2010 model years — confirm you are on the correct year before buying oil or a filter.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 3.5 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2021 | 3.5 qt | 0W-20 | Purolator L14610 |
| 2020 | 3.5 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2019 | 3.5 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2014 | 3.4 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2013 | 3.4 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2012 | 3.4 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2011 Current page | 3.8 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2010 | 3.4 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K13 |
| 2006 | 2.6 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
| 2005 | 2.6 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K12 |
How we verified 2011 Honda Insight oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-23.
This page checked 4 sources for the 2011 Honda Insight. Capacity: Pennzoil oil application database; oil type: Pennzoil oil application database, AMSOIL fitment lookup, and Castrol fitment database; filter: Purolator fitment catalog and AMSOIL fitment lookup.
- Confidence
- Cross-check pending
- Sources checked
- 4
- Last checked
- 2026-06-23
- Capacity: Pennzoil oil application database
- Oil type: Pennzoil oil application database, AMSOIL fitment lookup, and Castrol fitment database
- OEM oil spec: Not source-backed on this page
- Filter: Purolator fitment catalog and AMSOIL fitment lookup
- Change interval: Castrol fitment database
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennzoil oil application database | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| AMSOIL fitment lookup | Oil type, Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| Purolator fitment catalog | Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| Castrol fitment database | Oil type, Change interval | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
2011 Honda Insight oil questions that affect checkout
How often should I change the oil on a 2011 Honda Insight?
Castrol's service data indicates a 12 mo change interval for the 2011 Honda Insight. Your actual service need depends on driving conditions and the oil-life monitor reading. Always confirm against your owner's manual; severe-duty cycles may shorten the interval.
2011 Honda Insight oil — questions before buying
- Can I use 5W-20 or 5W-30 instead of 0W-20 in my 2011 Honda Insight?
- The checked source rows on this page list 0W-20 for the 2011 Honda Insight. Use 0W-20 unless your owner's manual, oil cap, or service information for your exact engine allows another grade. If a retailer suggests 5W-20 or 5W-30, match the engine row first and confirm the grade before buying.
2011 Honda Insight maintenance checklist
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Where to buy
These are retailer search paths for listed specs on this page. Use the retailer's vehicle selector at checkout to confirm before ordering.
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Walmart
Search Walmart for 2011 Honda Insight oil and filter, then match the listing specs against the capacity and viscosity shown above before adding to cart.
Search 2011 Honda Insight oil & filter →AutoZone
Use AutoZone's vehicle selector for the 2011 Honda Insight to confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter fitment before checkout.
Search 2011 Honda Insight oil & filter →Amazon
Search Amazon for the 2011 Honda Insight oil and filter and verify the listing's engine fit note matches your engine before ordering.
Search 2011 Honda Insight oil & filter →O'Reilly
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