2021 Audi Q8 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Audi Q8 takes 0W-20 motor oil — 8.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-20 — 8.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | AUDI High Performance Genuine Engine Oil SAE 0W-20. VW 508 00 | 8.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2010043 for engine oils meeting the required Audi oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| Premium Plus | AUDI High Performance Genuine Engine Oil SAE 0W-20. VW 508 00 | 8.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2010043 for engine oils meeting the required Audi oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
| Prestige | AUDI High Performance Genuine Engine Oil SAE 0W-20. VW 508 00 | 8.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Technical Bulletin 2010043 for engine oils meeting the required Audi oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Q8
2021 Audi Q8 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). Part No. G A13 A8J M1. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2021 Audi Q8 take?
The 2021 Audi Q8 takes 0W-20 motor oil (AUDI High Performance Genuine Engine Oil SAE 0W-20. VW 508 00), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2021 Audi Q8 take?
The 2021 Audi Q8 holds 8.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Audi Q8?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Audi Q8. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.