Checked oil specs by engine

2021 Audi A7 Sportback oil capacity, type & filter

Multiple engine options are listed for the 2021 Audi A7 Sportback. Select your engine below before buying oil or a filter.

2021 Audi A7 Sportback oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo 0W-20 Purolator L28161
3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo 8 qt 0W-20

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

2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo
Capacity Not confirmed Confirm the service-fill amount for this engine before adding oil.
Oil type 0W-20 i Based on 1 checked source: AMSOIL Lookup. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked oil-type source. Use it as a reference, then confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout.
Oil Filters
Purolator Shown first L28161 Search L28161

Confirm Purolator L28161 in the retailer selector before checkout.

i Based on 1 checked source: Purolator Part Finder. Additional cross-check is still pending: another filter catalog cross-check and alternate part-number support. Use it as a reference, then confirm the exact filter part number at checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo
Capacity 8 qt i Based on 1 checked source: AMSOIL Lookup. 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 0W-20 i Based on 1 checked source: AMSOIL Lookup. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked oil-type source. Use it as a reference, then confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout.
Oil Filters
No checked filter listed Use a retailer fitment tool to confirm the exact part number before ordering.

2 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-27 How we verify →

Full synthetic options for 0W-20

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2021 Audi A7 Sportback 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 status

Filter fitment has not been fully verified for every engine listed. Confirm the part number with the retailer before ordering.

Verify before checkout

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

Source coverage for the 2021 Audi A7 Sportback

Capacity sources

Supported by AMSOIL Lookup.

Oil type sources

Supported by AMSOIL Lookup.

Filter sources

Supported by Purolator Part Finder.

Source coverage

2 checked source rows for the 2021 Audi A7 Sportback.

Before ordering for this 2021 Audi A7 Sportback

Checkout verification checklist
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Buy →
Capacity
Unverified
Oil type
0W-20
Filter
Purolator L28161
3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo Buy →
Capacity
8 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Filter
Unverified

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-27 from AMSOIL Lookup and Purolator Part Finder.

Audi A7 Sportback oil specs by year

This table includes checked Audi A7 Sportback model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2025 8 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL 51458344
2024 8 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL 51456055
2023 8 qt 0W-20 Unverified
2022 5.5 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2021 Current page Unverified (multiple engines) 0W-20 Purolator L28161
2020 8 qt 0W-20 Unverified

How we verified 2021 Audi A7 Sportback oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-27.

This page checked 2 sources for the 2021 Audi A7 Sportback. 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: 2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo oil type, 2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo oil filter, 3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo capacity, and 3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo oil type. 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
2
Last checked
2026-06-27
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: AMSOIL Lookup
  • Oil type: AMSOIL Lookup
  • Filter: Purolator Part Finder
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Oil type, Capacity 2026-06-27 Visit brand site
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-27 Visit brand site

2021 Audi A7 Sportback 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 2021 Audi A7 Sportback 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 2021 Audi A7 Sportback?

Use the oil-life monitor or the interval in your owner's manual for this engine. Severe service can 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.

2021 Audi A7 Sportback maintenance checklist

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