Checked oil specs by engine

2008 Audi A8 oil capacity, type & filter

Multiple engine options are listed for the 2008 Audi A8. Select your engine below before buying oil or a filter.

2008 Audi A8 oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
4.2L V8 9 qt Purolator L35843
6.0L 13.2 qt 5W-40 Purolator L35890

Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

4.2L V8
Capacity 9 qt i Based on 1 checked source: Pennzoil OATS. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type Not confirmed Confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout.
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
Purolator Shown first L35843 Search L35843 PRO-TEC PXL57330 Search PXL57330

Purolator L35843 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

6.0L
Capacity 13.2 qt i Based on 1 checked source: Castrol (Olyslager). Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type 5W-40 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
Purolator Shown first L35890 Search L35890 5001312890 Search 5001312890

Purolator L35890 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

4 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-24 How we verify →

Full synthetic options for 5W-40

Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.

2008 Audi A8 oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes

Which engine applies?

Check the door jamb sticker, owner's manual, or displacement badge on the engine cover. Match it to the engine options listed above before buying oil or a filter.

Filter part numbers

All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.

Verify before checkout

Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.

Source coverage for the 2008 Audi A8

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).

Oil type sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).

Filter sources

Supported by Purolator Part Finder and RockAuto.

Source coverage

4 checked source rows for the 2008 Audi A8.

Before ordering for this 2008 Audi A8

Checkout verification checklist
4.2L V8 Buy →
Capacity
9 qt
Oil type
Unverified
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
Purolator L35843
6.0L Buy →
Capacity
13.2 qt
Oil type
5W-40
Interval
10,000 mi / 12 mo
Filter
Purolator L35890

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-24 from Pennzoil OATS, Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and Castrol (Olyslager).

Audi A8 oil specs by year

This table includes checked Audi A8 model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2010 9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 PRO-TEC PXL57330
2009 9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 PRO-TEC PXL57330
2008 Current page 9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 Purolator L35843
2007 9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 PRO-TEC PXL57330
2006 7.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 CHAMPION FILTER 55329T
2005 7.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-40 CHAMPION FILTER 55329T

How we verified 2008 Audi A8 oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-24.

This page checked 4 sources for the 2008 Audi A8. The table lists which checked source contributed capacity, oil type, or filter evidence.

We checked leading oil brands and aftermarket filter catalogs so you don't have to.

Confidence
Cross-check pending i Some oil fields are based on checked source data but still need stronger cross-check evidence. Review area: 4.2L V8 capacity and 6.0L capacity. Use the listed values as references and confirm the exact engine before ordering or adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Sources checked
4
Last checked
2026-06-24
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
  • Filter: Purolator Part Finder and RockAuto
  • Change interval: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
Source Supports Checked Link
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-24 Checked source
Castrol (Olyslager) Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-24 Visit brand site

2008 Audi A8 oil FAQ

Which engine configuration applies to my vehicle?

Use the door jamb sticker, owner's manual, or engine cover badge to identify your engine, then match it to the engine options listed above.

Is the oil capacity measured with or without the filter?

Capacity condition matters. With filter includes a new filter. Service fill is the typical drain-and-fill amount. Dry fill is for a fresh empty engine only.

Why should I confirm before buying?

Retailer catalogs can update separately. Confirm the exact 2008 Audi A8 selector at checkout before you buy.

Do I also need to match the OEM oil approval?

Yes. Viscosity is only one part of the oil spec. Match the oil approval listed in your owner's manual or on the bottle before checkout.

How often should I change the oil on a 2008 Audi A8?

Change intervals vary by engine option for this vehicle. Always follow your owner's manual and oil-life monitor. Severe service may require a shorter interval.

Do I need a new drain plug gasket?

Replace it when your vehicle uses a serviceable gasket or crush washer. Confirm the gasket size and drain plug torque from the service manual or parts counter.

2008 Audi A8 maintenance checklist

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Where to buy

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