1995 Audi A6 Oil Type & Capacity: 5W-50 (5.3 quarts)
The 1995 Audi A6 takes 5W-50 motor oil — 5.3 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-50 — 5.3 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 4D Sedan, 2.8 A, Automatic — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Sedan, 2.8 A, Standard — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Sedan, 2.8 B, Automatic — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Sedan, 2.8 B, Standard — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Sedan, 2.8 C, Automatic — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Sedan, 2.8 C, Standard — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Wagon, 2.8 A — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Wagon, 2.8 B — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Wagon, 2.8 C — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Quattro, 4D Sedan, 2.8 A, Automatic — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Quattro, 4D Sedan, 2.8 A, Standard — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Quattro, 4D Sedan, 2.8 B, Automatic — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Quattro, 4D Sedan, 2.8 B, Standard — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Quattro, 4D Sedan, 2.8 C, Automatic — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Quattro, 4D Sedan, 2.8 C, Standard — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Quattro, 4D Wagon, 2.8 A — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Quattro, 4D Wagon, 2.8 B — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
| Quattro, 4D Wagon, 2.8 C — 2.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | 5.30 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1995 Audi A6 take?
The 1995 Audi A6 takes 5W-50 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
What is the oil capacity of a 1995 Audi A6?
The 1995 Audi A6 oil capacity is 5.3 quarts with a filter change.
How often should I change the oil in my 1995 Audi A6?
Most 1995 Audi A6 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 1995 Audi A6?
Yes. 5W-50 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1995 Audi A6. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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