Audi A3 Series A/C refrigerant type and capacity
GarageDex's A/C data shows the 2019 Audi A3 Series (4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng.) uses 16.8 oz of R-134a refrigerant with PAG Oil compressor oil. Earlier years used R-1234yf, so check the year row below.
Shop R-134a Match the type on your under-hood decal
Key takeaways
- 2019 Audi A3 Series: 16.8 oz of R-134a, PAG Oil oil, see the under-hood decal for the rest.
- The charge is a full-system amount; a top-off adds far less.
- This model switched refrigerant types over its life (R-134a, R-1234yf) - use your year's row.
- A system that is empty has a leak - fix it before charging.
| Years | Engine | Refrigerant | Charge | Compressor oil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 16.8 oz | PAG Oil |
| 2019 | 4 Cyl. 2.4 Eng. | R-1234yf | 18.56 oz | PAG Oil |
| 2018 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 16.8 oz | PAG Oil |
| 2018 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-1234yf | 18.56 oz | PAG Oil |
| 2017 | 4 Cyl. 1.4 Eng. | R-134a | 17.6 oz | PAG-46 3.7 oz |
| 2017 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 17.6 oz | PAG-46 3.7 oz |
| 2015 to 2016 | 4 Cyl. 1.8 Eng. | R-134a | 17.6 oz | PAG-46 3.7 oz |
| 2015 to 2016 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 17.6 oz | PAG-46 3.7 oz |
| 2010 to 2013 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 19 oz | PAG-46 4.5 oz |
| 2009 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 |
| 2009 | 6 Cyl. 3.2 Eng. | R-134a | 19 oz | PAG-46 |
| 2008 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | Decal | See decal | PAG-46 |
| 2008 | 6 Cyl. 3.2 Eng. | R-134a | 19 oz | PAG-46 |
| 2006 to 2007 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 3.71 oz |
| 2006 to 2007 | 4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 4.72 oz |
| 2006 to 2007 | 6 Cyl. 3.2 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 3.71 oz |
| 2006 to 2007 | 6 Cyl. 3.2 Eng. | R-134a | 18 oz | PAG-46 4.72 oz |
Recharge supplies for your Audi A3 Series
Buy the refrigerant type shown for your year and confirm it against the under-hood decal. R-1234yf cans cost more and need a matching coupler.
R-134aR-134a recharge can with a gaugeShop cans Manifold gauge setReads high and low side pressure properlyShop gauges Leak detection kitFind the leak before you spend on refrigerantShop kits
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Source: Four Seasons - Compressor / System Refrigerant & Lubricant Specs. The under-hood A/C decal is the primary source for your exact car - it overrides any table. Charges assume a clean system with a new drier.