2013 Audi Q7 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2013 Audi Q7 oil type depends on the engine: the 3.0L takes 5W-40 (7.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-40 (7.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-30 (8.1 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-40 (7.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-40 (7.2 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-30 (8.1 quarts with filter); the Prestige takes 0W-30 (8.1 quarts with filter); the Prestige S, Eng CD CJWB takes 5W-40 (7.2 quarts with filter); the Prestige S, Eng CD CTWA takes 5W-40 (7.2 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 7.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 7.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-30, 8.1 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 7.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-40, 7.2 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-30, 8.1 quarts with filter
- Prestige: 0W-30, 8.1 quarts with filter
- Prestige S, Eng CD CJWB: 5W-40, 7.2 quarts with filter
- Prestige S, Eng CD CTWA: 5W-40, 7.2 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L — Gas | SAE 5W-40. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 2010043. | 7.20 QTS. | — | Use only a high-quality engine oil that expressly complies with the AUDI oil quality standard specified for your vehicle's engine. Using any other oil can cause serious engine damage that will not be covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. DO NOT mix lubricants or other additives into the engine oil. Doing so can cause engine damage. Damaged caused by these kinds of additives are not covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. Overfilling engine oil can cause misfire DTC's to be stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220-. To prevent overfilling, add approx. 0.5 less than capacity, start engine and let it run until engine operating temperature is approx. 140Deg. F (60Deg. C), turn OFF ignition, wait approx. 3 min., check dipstick, then fill to MAX. TURBO ENGINES ONLY: After changing oil and filter, start and run engine at idle until oil pressure light goes out. DO NOT rev engine, as this could cause damage/failure of the turbocharger. Quantities are approximate. DO NOT overfill. |
| 3.0L — Gas | SAE 5W-40. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 2010043. | 7.20 QTS. | — | Use only a high-quality engine oil that expressly complies with the AUDI oil quality standard specified for your vehicle's engine. Using any other oil can cause serious engine damage that will not be covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. DO NOT mix lubricants or other additives into the engine oil. Doing so can cause engine damage. Damaged caused by these kinds of additives are not covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. Overfilling engine oil can cause misfire DTC's to be stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220-. To prevent overfilling, add approx. 0.5 less than capacity, start engine and let it run until engine operating temperature is approx. 140Deg. F (60Deg. C), turn OFF ignition, wait approx. 3 min., check dipstick, then fill to MAX. TURBO ENGINES ONLY: After changing oil and filter, start and run engine at idle until oil pressure light goes out. DO NOT rev engine, as this could cause damage/failure of the turbocharger. Quantities are approximate. DO NOT overfill. |
| 3.0L — Diesel | SAE 0W-30 High Performance Engine Oil 504.00 / 507.00 | 8.10 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Gas | SAE 5W-40. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 2010043. | 7.20 QTS. | — | Use only a high-quality engine oil that expressly complies with the AUDI oil quality standard specified for your vehicle's engine. Using any other oil can cause serious engine damage that will not be covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. DO NOT mix lubricants or other additives into the engine oil. Doing so can cause engine damage. Damaged caused by these kinds of additives are not covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. Overfilling engine oil can cause misfire DTC's to be stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220-. To prevent overfilling, add approx. 0.5 less than capacity, start engine and let it run until engine operating temperature is approx. 140Deg. F (60Deg. C), turn OFF ignition, wait approx. 3 min., check dipstick, then fill to MAX. TURBO ENGINES ONLY: After changing oil and filter, start and run engine at idle until oil pressure light goes out. DO NOT rev engine, as this could cause damage/failure of the turbocharger. Quantities are approximate. DO NOT overfill. |
| 3.0L — Gas | SAE 5W-40. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 2010043. | 7.20 QTS. | — | Use only a high-quality engine oil that expressly complies with the AUDI oil quality standard specified for your vehicle's engine. Using any other oil can cause serious engine damage that will not be covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. DO NOT mix lubricants or other additives into the engine oil. Doing so can cause engine damage. Damaged caused by these kinds of additives are not covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. Overfilling engine oil can cause misfire DTC's to be stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220-. To prevent overfilling, add approx. 0.5 less than capacity, start engine and let it run until engine operating temperature is approx. 140Deg. F (60Deg. C), turn OFF ignition, wait approx. 3 min., check dipstick, then fill to MAX. TURBO ENGINES ONLY: After changing oil and filter, start and run engine at idle until oil pressure light goes out. DO NOT rev engine, as this could cause damage/failure of the turbocharger. Quantities are approximate. DO NOT overfill. |
| 3.0L — Diesel | SAE 0W-30 High Performance Engine Oil 504.00 / 507.00 | 8.10 QTS. | — | — |
| Prestige — Diesel | SAE 0W-30 High Performance Engine Oil 504.00 / 507.00 | 8.10 QTS. | — | — |
| Prestige S, Eng CD CJWB — Gas | SAE 5W-40. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 2010043. | 7.20 QTS. | — | Use only a high-quality engine oil that expressly complies with the AUDI oil quality standard specified for your vehicle's engine. Using any other oil can cause serious engine damage that will not be covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. DO NOT mix lubricants or other additives into the engine oil. Doing so can cause engine damage. Damaged caused by these kinds of additives are not covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. Overfilling engine oil can cause misfire DTC's to be stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220-. To prevent overfilling, add approx. 0.5 less than capacity, start engine and let it run until engine operating temperature is approx. 140Deg. F (60Deg. C), turn OFF ignition, wait approx. 3 min., check dipstick, then fill to MAX. TURBO ENGINES ONLY: After changing oil and filter, start and run engine at idle until oil pressure light goes out. DO NOT rev engine, as this could cause damage/failure of the turbocharger. Quantities are approximate. DO NOT overfill. |
| Prestige S, Eng CD CTWA — Gas | SAE 5W-40. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 2010043. | 7.20 QTS. | — | Use only a high-quality engine oil that expressly complies with the AUDI oil quality standard specified for your vehicle's engine. Using any other oil can cause serious engine damage that will not be covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. DO NOT mix lubricants or other additives into the engine oil. Doing so can cause engine damage. Damaged caused by these kinds of additives are not covered by any AUDI Limited Warranty. Overfilling engine oil can cause misfire DTC's to be stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220-. To prevent overfilling, add approx. 0.5 less than capacity, start engine and let it run until engine operating temperature is approx. 140Deg. F (60Deg. C), turn OFF ignition, wait approx. 3 min., check dipstick, then fill to MAX. TURBO ENGINES ONLY: After changing oil and filter, start and run engine at idle until oil pressure light goes out. DO NOT rev engine, as this could cause damage/failure of the turbocharger. Quantities are approximate. DO NOT overfill. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Q7
2013 Audi Q7 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
15.8 quarts (14.95 L). Part No. G 012 A8G.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2013 Audi Q7 take?
It depends on the engine: 3.0L uses 5W-40; 3.0L uses 5W-40; 3.0L uses 0W-30; 3.0L uses 5W-40; 3.0L uses 5W-40; 3.0L uses 0W-30; Prestige uses 0W-30; Prestige S, Eng CD CJWB uses 5W-40; Prestige S, Eng CD CTWA uses 5W-40.
How much oil does a 2013 Audi Q7 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 3.0L holds 7.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 8.1 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.2 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 8.1 quarts with filter; Prestige holds 8.1 quarts with filter; Prestige S, Eng CD CJWB holds 7.2 quarts with filter; Prestige S, Eng CD CTWA holds 7.2 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2013 Audi Q7?
Yes. 5W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Audi Q7. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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