Updated 2026-06-24
How often should you change your oil?
Modern engines on full synthetic oil typically go 7,500–10,000 miles (or 12 months) between changes, but your car's exact interval and a 'severe service' schedule can be shorter.
Why it matters: Old oil loses its ability to protect and cool the engine; running past the interval accelerates wear and can void warranty claims.
Change Your Oil by model
| Toyota Camry (2018-2024 (XV70)) | 10,000 mi / 12 mo (synthetic); severe (short trips, dusty) 5,000 mi / 6 mo |
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| Toyota Corolla (2020-2024 (E210)) | 10,000 mi / 12 mo synthetic (normal); 5,000 mi / 6 mo severe |
| Toyota RAV4 (2019-2024 (XA50)) | 10,000 mi / 12 mo synthetic normal; 5,000 mi / 6 mo severe |
| Honda Civic (2016-2025 (10th-11th gen)) | Honda Maintenance Minder (often ~7,500 mi). For the 1.5T do ~5,000 mi due to oil dilution. |
| Honda CR-V (2017-2024 (5th-6th gen)) | Maintenance Minder (~7,500 mi); 1.5T ~5,000 mi due to dilution |
| Honda Accord (2018-2025 (10th-11th gen)) | Maintenance Minder (~7,500 mi); 1.5T ~5,000 mi due to dilution |
| Ford F-150 (2021-2024 (14th gen)) | Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, typically ~7,500-10,000 mi; severe/towing sooner |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2019-2024 (T1XX)) | Oil-Life Monitor, typically ~7,500 mi (range 5,000-7,500), min once / 12 mo |
| Nissan Altima (2019-2024 (6th gen L34)) | ~5,000-7,500 mi / 6 mo; severe 5,000 mi / 6 mo |
| Jeep Wrangler (2018-2024 (JL)) | 6,000 mi / 6 mo (or oil monitor); severe sooner |
| Subaru Outback (2020-2024 (6th gen)) | Every 6,000 mi / 6 mo; severe sooner |
| Hyundai Elantra (2021-2024 (CN7 7th gen)) | Every 7,500 mi / 12 mo normal; severe 3,750 mi / 6 mo |
| Mazda CX-5 (2017-2024 (KF gen)) | Every 5,000 mi / 6 mo (shorter than rivals) |
| Tesla Model 3 (2017-2024 (EV — no engine maintenance)) | N/A — electric vehicle, no engine oil |
| Volkswagen Jetta (2019-2024 (MK7 / A7)) | ~10,000 mi / 12 mo with 508-spec synthetic; many owners do ~5,000-7,500 mi on the turbo |
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How often should you change your oil?
Modern engines on full synthetic oil typically go 7,500–10,000 miles (or 12 months) between changes, but your car's exact interval and a 'severe service' schedule can be shorter.
Why does change your oil matter?
Old oil loses its ability to protect and cool the engine; running past the interval accelerates wear and can void warranty claims.
Does the interval vary by car?
Yes — exact intervals differ by make, model and driving conditions. See the per-model table on this page and always confirm with your owner's manual.
General guidance — confirm the exact interval in your vehicle's owner's manual.