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Honda Insight Fluid Capacities

Factory manual fluid capacities for the Honda Insight. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.

Last updated: 2026-10-29 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team

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2020-2022 Honda Insight: 4.15 OZS. (0.12 L) — ND-OIL11 (POE)

GenerationYearsTop spec
2020-20222020-20224.15 OZS. (0.12 L) — ND-OIL11 (POE)
201920194.15 OZS. (0.12 L) — ND-OIL11 (POE)

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2020-2022 Honda Insight: 4.15 OZS. (0.12 L) — ND-OIL11 (POE)

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Air Cond Compressor Oil4.15 OZS. (0.12 L) — ND-OIL11 (POE)
Air Cond Refrigerant0.98 LBS. (0.44 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Automatic Transmission Fluid2.30 QTS. (2.17 L) — HONDA Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF DW-1
Brake Fluid— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Note: Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement.
Engine Coolant1.22 GALS. (4.61 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine.
Engine Oil3.30 QTS. (3.12 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API Premium-grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability.
Fuel Tank10.60 GALS. (40.12 L)
Windshield Washer Fluid2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: DO NOT use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Notes
  • →Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement.
  • →This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine.
  • →You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight.
  • →You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability.
  • →DO NOT use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Air Cond Compressor Oil4.15 OZS. (0.12 L) — ND-OIL11 (POE)
Air Cond Refrigerant0.98 LBS. (0.44 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Automatic Transmission Fluid2.30 QTS. (2.17 L) — HONDA Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF DW-1
Brake Fluid— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Note: Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement.
Engine Coolant1.16 GALS. (4.39 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine.
Engine Oil3.30 QTS. (3.12 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API Premium-grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability.
Fuel Tank10.60 GALS. (40.12 L)
Windshield Washer Fluid2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: DO NOT use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Notes
  • →Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement.
  • →This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine.
  • →You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight.
  • →You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability.
  • →DO NOT use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this data from?
Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
What fluid capacities does a Honda Insight use?
2020-2022 Honda Insight: 4.15 OZS. (0.12 L) — ND-OIL11 (POE)
Why do fluid capacities vary by generation for the Honda Insight?
Different engine options, transmission types, and cooling system designs across model years change total fluid volumes. Always use the capacity listed for your exact year and engine code — do not guess across generations.

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Published by AllOEMManuals, founded by Lyndon Bedford, an automotive technician with 20 years of experience. He owned and operated a mechanic shop in Hurst, Texas from 2014 to 2022 and continues hands-on repair work.

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Last updated: 2026-10-29

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