Audi A7 Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Audi A7 takes 5W-40 engine oil, about 7.2 qt with a filter change, on 2018 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2017 models use 0W-30 (7.2 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 5W-40 | 7.2 qt | Shop 5W-40 |
| 2017 | 0W-30 | 7.2 qt | Shop 0W-30 |
| 2014-2016 | 0W-30 / 5W-30 | 6.8-7.2 qt | Shop 0W-30Shop 5W-30 |
| 2012-2013 | 0W-30 | 7.2 qt | Shop 0W-30 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every A7 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Audi A7 take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Audi A7 takes 5W-40 engine oil, about 7.2 qt with a filter change, on 2018 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2017 models use 0W-30 (7.2 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Audi A7 take?
About 7.2 qt with a filter change on 2018 models, and 7.2 qt on 2017 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Audi A7?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018: 5W-40; 2017: 0W-30; 2014-2016: 0W-30/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 7 of 7 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Audi A7, AMSOIL lookup guide - 2018 Audi A7, 3.0L 6-cyl (CREC) and AMSOIL lookup guide - 2017 Audi A7, 3.0L 6-cyl (CREC, CREH). Each year page lists its own sources.
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