1992 Audi 80 Oil Type & Capacity
The 1992 Audi 80 takes 5W-20 motor oil — 3.7 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 3.7 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2.3 C, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-20/30 (Below -15Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (-5Deg.F to 65Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (10Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2.3 C, Standard | API - SAE 5W-20/30 (Below -15Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (-5Deg.F to 65Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (10Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2.3 D, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-20/30 (Below -15Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (-5Deg.F to 65Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (10Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2.3 D, Standard | API - SAE 5W-20/30 (Below -15Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (-5Deg.F to 65Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (10Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| Quattro, 2.3 C | API - SAE 5W-20/30 (Below -15Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (-5Deg.F to 65Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (10Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| Quattro, 2.3 D | API - SAE 5W-20/30 (Below -15Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (-5Deg.F to 65Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (10Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your 80
1992 Audi 80 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.6 quarts (8.13 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 80 take?
The 1992 Audi 80 takes 5W-20 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-20/30 (Below -15Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (-5Deg.F to 65Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (10Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F to Above 90Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1992 Audi 80 take?
The 1992 Audi 80 holds 3.7 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1992 Audi 80?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1992 Audi 80. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.