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2018 Audi R8 Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 2018 Audi R8 oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2018 Audi R8, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.

We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 2018 Audi R8 oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
5.2L 10-cyl DKAA N8.8 quarts (with filter)SAE 5W-40 (All TEMPS)Audi 079-198-405-E
5.2L 10-cyl DKAB O8.8 quarts (with filter)SAE 5W-40 (All TEMPS)Audi 079-198-405-E

Select Your 2018 Audi R8 Engine Option

5.2L 10-cyl Engine Code DKAA N

Engine:

5.2L 10-cyl DKAA N [aka 5.2L V10 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, Plus, Plus Spyder, RWS, Spyder

Oil Capacity:

8.8 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-40 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Audi 079-198-405-E

Oil Filter Replaces:

079-198-405-B

2018 Audi R8 5.2L 10-cyl DKAA N oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO03

Oil Capacity:

8.8 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-40 (All TEMPS) - If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity grade is unavailable, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for your climate, season, and driving conditions. Ensure the oil meets the listed Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

26.4 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

OCOOL - 16 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
Reservoir - 7 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
Oil Pump - 9 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
SEALFL - 9 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.

Notes:

N/A

5.2L 10-cyl Engine Code DKAB O

Engine:

5.2L 10-cyl DKAB O [aka 5.2L V10 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, Plus, Plus Spyder, RWS, Spyder

Oil Capacity:

8.8 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-40 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Audi 079-198-405-E

Oil Filter Replaces:

079-198-405-B

2018 Audi R8 5.2L 10-cyl DKAB O oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO03

Oil Capacity:

8.8 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-40 (All TEMPS) - If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity grade is unavailable, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for your climate, season, and driving conditions. Ensure the oil meets the listed Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

26.4 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

SEALFL - 9 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
Oil Pump - 9 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
Reservoir - 7 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
OCOOL - 16 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.

Notes:

N/A

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