2017 Audi A4 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2017 Audi A4 takes 5W-40 motor oil — 5.49 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-40 — 5.49 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L — Eng CD DBPA | SAE 5W-40 or 5W-30. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 508 00/509. See TSB No. 2010043 | 5.49 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.0L — Eng CD DBPA | SAE 5W-40 or 5W-30. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 508 00/509. See TSB No. 2010043 | 5.49 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.0L — Eng CD CYMC | SAE 5W-40 or 5W-30. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 2010043 | 5.49 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.0L — Eng CD CYMC | SAE 5W-40 or 5W-30. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 2010043 | 5.49 QTS. | — | — |
| Prestige — Eng CD CYMC | SAE 5W-40 or 5W-30. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 2010043 | 5.49 QTS. | — | — |
Buy the right oil
Buy 5W-40 motor oil on Amazon2017 Audi A4 oil filter on AmazonAs an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made through these links.
More specs & repair guides for your A4
2017 Audi A4 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 A4 take?
The 2017 Audi A4 takes 5W-40 motor oil (SAE 5W-40 or 5W-30. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 508 00/509. See TSB No. 2010043), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2017 Audi A4 take?
The 2017 Audi A4 holds 5.49 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2017 Audi A4?
Yes. 5W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Audi A4. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.