1983 Audi 4000 Oil Type & Capacity
The 1983 Audi 4000 oil type depends on the engine: the Base takes 5W-20 (3.5 quarts qt with filter); the S, 1.6 G takes 10W-30 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the S, 1.6 H, Automatic takes 10W-30 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the S, 1.6 H, Standard takes 10W-30 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the S, 1.7 A, Automatic takes 5W-20 (3.5 quarts qt with filter); the S, 1.7 A, Standard takes 5W-20 (3.5 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base: 5W-20, 3.5 quarts with filter
- S, 1.6 G: 10W-30, 3.7 quarts with filter
- S, 1.6 H, Automatic: 10W-30, 3.7 quarts with filter
- S, 1.6 H, Standard: 10W-30, 3.7 quarts with filter
- S, 1.7 A, Automatic: 5W-20, 3.5 quarts with filter
- S, 1.7 A, Standard: 5W-20, 3.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base — 1.7L Eng | SAE 5W-20/30 (-20Deg.F to 15Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 50Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 85Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to 85Deg.F) | 3.50 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | Difference between "min" and "max" marks on dipstick is approx. 1.qt. |
| S, 1.6 G — 1.6L Eng | SAE 10W-30/40 (Below 50Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 85Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to 85Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| S, 1.6 H, Automatic — 1.6L Eng | SAE 10W-30/40 (Below 50Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 85Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to 85Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| S, 1.6 H, Standard — 1.6L Eng | SAE 10W-30/40 (Below 50Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 85Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to 85Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| S, 1.7 A, Automatic — 1.7L Eng | SAE 5W-20/30 (-20Deg.F to 15Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 50Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 85Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to 85Deg.F) | 3.50 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | Difference between "min" and "max" marks on dipstick is approx. 1.qt. |
| S, 1.7 A, Standard — 1.7L Eng | SAE 5W-20/30 (-20Deg.F to 15Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 50Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 85Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to 85Deg.F) | 3.50 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | Difference between "min" and "max" marks on dipstick is approx. 1.qt. |
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Coolant capacity
7.4 quarts (7 L) — Phosphate-free antifreeze containing ethylene-glycol
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1983 Audi 4000 take?
It depends on the engine: Base uses 5W-20; S, 1.6 G uses 10W-30; S, 1.6 H, Automatic uses 10W-30; S, 1.6 H, Standard uses 10W-30; S, 1.7 A, Automatic uses 5W-20; S, 1.7 A, Standard uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 1983 Audi 4000?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base holds 3.5 quarts with filter; S, 1.6 G holds 3.7 quarts with filter; S, 1.6 H, Automatic holds 3.7 quarts with filter; S, 1.6 H, Standard holds 3.7 quarts with filter; S, 1.7 A, Automatic holds 3.5 quarts with filter; S, 1.7 A, Standard holds 3.5 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1983 Audi 4000?
Most 1983 Audi 4000 owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Audi recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1983 Audi 4000?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1983 Audi 4000. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.