2017 Audi A3 Quattro Oil Type & Capacity
The 2017 Audi A3 Quattro takes 0W-20 motor oil — 6.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-20 — 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium Plus, 2D Convertible | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 0W-20 Long Life IV. VW 508 00, VW 509 00 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Audi's Engine Oil Overwiew chart: Specialty Engine Oils. Version 7 -/21/2021. |
| Premium Plus, 4D Sedan | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 0W-20 Long Life IV. VW 508 00, VW 509 00 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Audi's Engine Oil Overwiew chart: Specialty Engine Oils. Version 7 -/21/2021. |
| Premium, 2D Convertible | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 0W-20 Long Life IV. VW 508 00, VW 509 00 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Audi's Engine Oil Overwiew chart: Specialty Engine Oils. Version 7 -/21/2021. |
| Premium, 4D Sedan | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 0W-20 Long Life IV. VW 508 00, VW 509 00 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Audi's Engine Oil Overwiew chart: Specialty Engine Oils. Version 7 -/21/2021. |
| Prestige, 2D Convertible | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 0W-20 Long Life IV. VW 508 00, VW 509 00 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Audi's Engine Oil Overwiew chart: Specialty Engine Oils. Version 7 -/21/2021. |
| Prestige, 4D Sedan | Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 0W-20 Long Life IV. VW 508 00, VW 509 00 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Audi's Engine Oil Overwiew chart: Specialty Engine Oils. Version 7 -/21/2021. |
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More specs & repair guides for your A3 Quattro
2017 Audi A3 Quattro factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.5 quarts (9.93 L) — G13 TL-VW774J. Dilute with distilled water.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2017 Audi A3 Quattro take?
The 2017 Audi A3 Quattro takes 0W-20 motor oil (Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 0W-20 Long Life IV. VW 508 00, VW 509 00), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2017 Audi A3 Quattro take?
The 2017 Audi A3 Quattro holds 6.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2017 Audi A3 Quattro?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Audi A3 Quattro. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.