Audi S3 oil specs by year
Audi S3 oil specs changed across the 2014–2025 range. The most recent checked year uses 6 qt of 0W-30. Select the exact year to see the checked capacity, viscosity, and filter for that model year.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 qt | 0W-30 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2024 | 6 qt | 0W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL10396; WIX 51032; WIX 51036 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2023 | 6 qt | 0W-30 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2022 | 6 qt | 0W-30 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2021 | 6 qt | 0W-30 | Purolator L28161; K&N VF2047 Reference | Open record → |
| 2020 | 6 qt | 0W-30 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2019 | 6 qt | 0W-30 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2018 | 5.5 qt | 5W-40 | PRO-TEC PXL10024; Purolator PL21478 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2017 | 5.5 qt | 5W-40 | PRO-TEC PXL10024; Purolator PL21478; K&N VF2047 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2015 | 5.8 qt | 5W-40 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2014 | 6 qt | 0W-40 | PRO-TEC PXL10024; Purolator L28161; K&N VF2047 Verified fit | Open record → |
Audi S3 oil spec changes by year
Checked records show 3 spec changes across the 2014–2025 range. 2015: capacity and viscosity changed from 6 qt / 0W-40 to 5.8 qt / 5W-40 (vs 2014). 2017: capacity changed from 5.8 qt to 5.5 qt (vs 2015). 2019: capacity and viscosity changed from 5.5 qt / 5W-40 to 6 qt / 0W-30 (vs 2018). Open the exact year page for the full source notes before buying.
- 2015: capacity and viscosity changed to 5.8 qt / 5W-40 (was 6 qt / 0W-40 in 2014). Open 2015 record →
- 2017: capacity changed to 5.5 qt (was 5.8 qt in 2015). Open 2017 record →
- 2019: capacity and viscosity changed to 6 qt / 0W-30 (was 5.5 qt / 5W-40 in 2018). Open 2019 record →
Audi S3 oil — frequently asked questions
- What oil does the Audi S3 take?
- The Audi S3 oil spec has changed across model years. The most recent checked year uses 6 qt of 0W-30. Use the year table above to find the spec for your specific model year.
- Does the Audi S3 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.
- What oil filter fits the Audi S3?
- The most recent checked year lists WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 as a compatible oil filter for the Audi S3. 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 S3 year
Select a model year to open the exact checked oil fitment record before ordering.