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Honda maintenance guides
Honda's VTEC engines and meticulous engineering make their vehicles highly reliable. Their Maintenance Minder system takes the guesswork out of service timing.
Honda Civic
1972–present
0W-20 full syntheticOil: Every 5,000–7,500 miles
Civics consistently rank top-5 for reliability. Annual maintenance costs average $370, well below the class.
Honda Accord
1976–present
0W-20 full syntheticOil: Every 5,000–7,500 miles
One of the most trusted mid-size sedans. Budget $450–$700/year for routine maintenance.
Honda CR-V
1995–present
0W-20 full syntheticOil: Every 5,000–7,500 miles
One of the best-selling SUVs globally. Average annual maintenance cost around $400.