1992 Audi 100 Oil Type & Capacity: 5W-30 (5.3 quarts)
The 1992 Audi 100 takes 5W-30 motor oil — 5.3 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2.8 J, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2.8 J, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2.8 K, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2.8 K, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS Quattro, 4D Sedan, 2.8 J, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS Quattro, 4D Sedan, 2.8 J, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS Quattro, 4D Sedan, 2.8 K, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS Quattro, 4D Sedan, 2.8 K, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS Quattro, 4D Wagon, 2.8 J, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS Quattro, 4D Wagon, 2.8 J, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS Quattro, 4D Wagon, 2.8 K, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS Quattro, 4D Wagon, 2.8 K, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS, 2.8 J, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS, 2.8 J, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS, 2.8 K, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| CS, 2.8 K, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| S, 2.8 J, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| S, 2.8 J, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| S, 2.8 K, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| S, 2.8 K, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
8.4 quarts (7.94 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water. Use Phosphate-free Antifreeze.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1992 Audi 100 take?
The 1992 Audi 100 takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (5Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
What is the oil capacity of a 1992 Audi 100?
The 1992 Audi 100 oil capacity is 5.3 quarts with a filter change.
How often should I change the oil in my 1992 Audi 100?
Most 1992 Audi 100 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 1992 Audi 100?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1992 Audi 100. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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