Audi A8 Quattro oil specs by year
Audi A8 Quattro oil specs changed across the 2014–2025 range. The most recent checked year uses 8 qt of 0W-20. Select the exact year to see the checked capacity, viscosity, and filter for that model year.
Multiple engine options: The Audi A8 Quattro was offered with 7 engine options across its history.
Open the exact year page and select your engine to see the correct capacity and viscosity for your vehicle.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL 51458345; Purolator PL21507 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2024 | 8 qt | 0W-20 | AMSOIL 51455800 Reference | Open record → |
| 2023 | 8 qt | 0W-20 | Unverified | Open record → |
| 2022 | 8 qt | 0W-20 | Unverified | Open record → |
| 2021 | 10 qt | 0W-30 | Unverified | Open record → |
| 2020 | 10 qt | 0W-30 | Unverified | Open record → |
| 2019 | 10 qt | 0W-30 | Purolator PL21507 Reference | Open record → |
| 2018 | 9.5 qt | 5W-40 | Unverified | Open record → |
| 2014 | 7.2 qt | 5W-30 | WIX 51387; WIX 51388; WIX 51389 Verified fit | Open record → |
Audi A8 Quattro oil spec changes by year
Checked records show 3 spec changes across the 2014–2025 range. 2018: capacity and viscosity changed from 7.2 qt / 5W-30 to 9.5 qt / 5W-40 (vs 2014). 2019: capacity and viscosity changed from 9.5 qt / 5W-40 to 10 qt / 0W-30 (vs 2018). 2022: capacity and viscosity changed from 10 qt / 0W-30 to 8 qt / 0W-20 (vs 2021). Open the exact year page for the full source notes before buying.
- 2018: capacity and viscosity changed to 9.5 qt / 5W-40 (was 7.2 qt / 5W-30 in 2014). Open 2018 record →
- 2019: capacity and viscosity changed to 10 qt / 0W-30 (was 9.5 qt / 5W-40 in 2018). Open 2019 record →
- 2022: capacity and viscosity changed to 8 qt / 0W-20 (was 10 qt / 0W-30 in 2021). Open 2022 record →
- 2018: engine option “3.0L 6-Cyl” added.
- 2018: engine option “3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo Diesel” removed.
- 2018: engine option “6.3L 12-Cyl” removed.
- 2019: engine option “4.0L V8 Turbo Hybrid” added.
- 2019: engine option “3.0L V6 Turbo Hybrid” added.
- 2019: engine option “4.0L 8-Cyl Turbo” removed.
- 2019: engine option “3.0L 6-Cyl” removed.
- 2020: engine option “3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo” added.
- 2020: engine option “4.0L 8-Cyl Turbo” added.
- 2020: engine option “4.0L V8 Turbo Hybrid” removed.
- 2020: engine option “3.0L V6 Turbo Hybrid” removed.
- 2022: engine option “4.0L 8-Cyl Turbo” removed.
- 2025: engine option “3.0L V6 Turbo Hybrid” added.
- 2025: engine option “3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo” removed.
Audi A8 Quattro oil — frequently asked questions
- What oil does the Audi A8 Quattro take?
- The Audi A8 Quattro oil spec has changed across model years. The most recent checked year uses 8 qt of 0W-20. Use the year table above to find the spec for your specific model year.
- Does the Audi A8 Quattro oil capacity change across years?
- Yes. Checked records show 3 capacity changes across the 2014–2025 range. Use the year table above to find the exact capacity for your model year and confirm in your owner's manual.
- Does the Audi A8 Quattro have different oil specs for different engines?
- Yes. The Audi A8 Quattro has been offered with multiple engine options (3.0L 6-Cyl, 3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo, 3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo Diesel, and others). Each engine can have a different oil capacity and viscosity. Open the exact year page, select your engine, and confirm specs before buying.
- What oil filter fits the Audi A8 Quattro?
- The most recent checked year lists AMSOIL 51458345; Purolator PL21507 as a compatible oil filter for the Audi A8 Quattro. Filter part numbers can change across model years — open the exact year page for the source-checked part number for your year.
Look up a specific Audi A8 Quattro year
Select a model year to open the exact checked oil fitment record before ordering.