Audi A7 Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Audi A7 takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 8 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2010-2017 models use 0W-20 or 0W-40 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (6.4-8.8 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-2026 | 0W-20 | 8 qt |
| 2010-2017 | 0W-20 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 6.4-8.8 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 A7 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Audi A7 take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Audi A7 takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 8 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2010-2017 models use 0W-20 or 0W-40 or 5W-30 or 5W-40 (6.4-8.8 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Audi A7 take?
About 8 qt with a filter change on 2018-2026 models, and 6.4-8.8 qt on 2010-2017 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 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2026: 0W-20; 2010-2017: 0W-20/0W-40/5W-30/5W-40. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.