Audi A6 Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Audi A6 takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.5-8 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2012-2017 models use 0W-40 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (4.9-7.2 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-2026 | 0W-20 | 5.5-8 qt |
| 2012-2017 | 0W-40 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 4.9-7.2 qt |
| 2005-2011 | 0W-40 / 10W-60 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 4-8.7 qt |
| 1998-2004 | 10W-60 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 3.7-4.4 qt |
| 1994-1997 | 5W-40 | 5.3 qt |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources.
Every A6 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Audi A6 take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Audi A6 takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.5-8 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2012-2017 models use 0W-40 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (4.9-7.2 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Audi A6 take?
About 5.5-8 qt with a filter change on 2018-2026 models, and 4.9-7.2 qt on 2012-2017 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 A6?
Yes. We record 5 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2026: 0W-20; 2012-2017: 0W-40/5W-30/5W-40; 2005-2011: 0W-40/10W-60/5W-30/5W-40. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.