Audi Q7 Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Audi Q7 takes 5W-40 engine oil, about 5.5-7.2 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2006-2015 models use 5W-30 or 5W-40 (7.2-10 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-2026 | 5W-40 | 5.5-7.2 qt |
| 2006-2015 | 5W-30 / 5W-40 | 7.2-10 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 Q7 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Audi Q7 take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Audi Q7 takes 5W-40 engine oil, about 5.5-7.2 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2006-2015 models use 5W-30 or 5W-40 (7.2-10 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Audi Q7 take?
About 5.5-7.2 qt with a filter change on 2016-2026 models, and 7.2-10 qt on 2006-2015 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 Q7?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2016-2026: 5W-40; 2006-2015: 5W-30/5W-40. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.