Audi A3, S3, RS 3, 8YS (USA)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Audi A3, S3, RS 3, 8YS (USA) models utilize automatic transmission fluid with capacities ranging from 5,5 to 7,1 liters. Service intervals consist of 40000 miles and 80000 miles. The data covers 4 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
RS 3 2.5 TFSI quattro (299 kW) (2022- )
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,9-7,1 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 5,5 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 40000 miles
  • Code: 0DL 7/1
A3 40 TFSI 150 kW) (2021- )
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,9 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 6-6,4 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 80000 miles
  • Code: 0GC 7/1
A3 40 TFSI quattro (150 kW) (2021- )
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,9 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 6-6,4 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 80000 miles
  • Code: 0GC 7/1
S3 2.0 TFSI quattro (228 kW) (2021- )
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,9 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 6-6,4 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 80000 miles
  • Code: 0GC 7/1

Additional Notes

  • The A3 40 TFSI (150 kW), A3 40 TFSI quattro (150 kW), and S3 2.0 TFSI quattro (228 kW) all share an initial fill capacity of 6.9 liters, which represents the total fluid volume required when filling a dry or overhauled transaxle from empty.
  • The RS 3 2.5 TFSI quattro (299 kW) carries a slightly higher initial fill range of 6.9-7.1 liters, reflecting a small variance in the total fluid volume the semi-automatic transaxle can hold depending on assembly tolerances.
  • Service fill capacity, which is the amount of fluid replaced during a routine drain-and-refill without a full disassembly, is listed at 6.0-6.4 liters for the A3 40 TFSI, A3 40 TFSI quattro, and S3 2.0 TFSI quattro configurations.
  • The RS 3 2.5 TFSI quattro has a notably lower service fill capacity of 5.5 liters compared to the 6.0-6.4 liter range seen in the other three configurations, indicating a greater difference between retained and total fluid volume in the RS 3 transaxle.
  • The A3 40 TFSI, A3 40 TFSI quattro, and S3 2.0 TFSI quattro share a change interval of 80,000 miles under normal use conditions, meaning routine driving without sustained high-load or high-temperature operation.
  • The Audi RS 3 2.5 TFSI quattro carries a significantly shorter change interval of 40,000 miles under normal use conditions, exactly half the interval specified for the other three configurations in the same model range.
  • All four configurations are noted as semi-automatic transaxles, a designation that refers to dual-clutch or automated manual-type gearboxes, which typically require more precise fluid maintenance than conventional torque-converter automatics due to wet clutch lubrication demands.

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