2017 Audi A5 Quattro Oil Type & Capacity
The 2017 Audi A5 Quattro takes 5W-40 motor oil — 4.8 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-40 — 4.8 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L — Eng CD CPMB | 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 | 4.80 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.0L — Eng CD CAED | 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 | 4.80 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.0L — Eng CD CPMB | 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 | 4.80 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.0L — Eng CD CPMB | 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 | 4.80 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.0L — Eng CD CAED | 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 | 4.80 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.0L — Eng CD CAED | 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 | 4.80 QTS. | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2017 Audi A5 Quattro take?
The 2017 Audi A5 Quattro 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 502 00. See TSB No. 2010043), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2017 Audi A5 Quattro take?
The 2017 Audi A5 Quattro holds 4.8 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2017 Audi A5 Quattro?
Yes. 5W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Audi A5 Quattro. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.