Audi Q3, F3 (USA)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Audi Q3, F3 (USA) automatic transmission fluid capacity ranges from 3 to 7,1 liters. Service intervals require checks every 20000 miles or 24 months. The data covers 4 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
Q3 40 TFSI quattro (137 kW) (2021- )
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,9-7,1 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 3-3,5 liter (Refill)
  • Check 20000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 09P 8/1
Q3 45 TFSI quattro (170 kW) (2021- )
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,9-7,1 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 3-3,5 liter (Service fill)
  • Check 20000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 09P 8/1
Q3 40 TFSI quattro (137 kW) (2018-2021)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,9-7,1 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 3-3,5 liter (Refill)
  • Check 20000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 09P 8/1
Q3 45 TFSI quattro (170 kW) (2018-2021)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,9-7,1 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 3-3,5 liter (Service fill)
  • Check 20000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 09P 8/1

Additional Notes

  • The Audi Q3, F3 (USA) automatic transaxle carries an initial fill capacity of 6.9-7.1 liters across all four configurations listed, a figure associated with a full fluid charge during assembly or overhaul rather than a routine drain-and-fill procedure.
  • The refill or service fill capacity of 3-3.5 liters represents roughly half the initial fill volume, which is consistent with the partial fluid exchange typical of a standard automatic transmission service where residual fluid remains in the torque converter.
  • The Q3 40 TFSI quattro (137 kW) labels the partial capacity as "Refill" for both the 2018-2021 and 2021- entries, while the Q3 45 TFSI quattro (170 kW) uses the label "Service fill" for the same 3-3.5 liter figure across its corresponding entries.
  • Despite the difference in output between the 137 kW and 170 kW variants, both share an identical initial fill range of 6.9-7.1 liters, indicating the same transaxle unit is used across the two power levels.
  • The inspection interval for the automatic transaxle fluid is set at 20,000 miles or 24 months under normal use conditions for all four configurations, meaning the interval applies specifically to standard operating circumstances rather than severe or demanding driving cycles.
  • The 20,000-mile or 24-month check interval is a monitoring specification rather than a mandatory replacement interval, as the specifications designate it as a "Check" rather than a drain or change procedure.

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