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2016 Audi allroad

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 allroad.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (S8)

The 2016 Audi allroad, classified as an SUV, pairs an automatic S8 transmission with EPA‑rated fuel economy of 21 city/28 highway/24 combined mpg. Within the model’s 1998‑2020 complaint record, the 2016 year posts a complaint count far below the peak of 104 recorded in 2002, indicating a comparatively modest issue profile. Accordingly, this model year exemplifies a period of relatively strong reliability for the line, offering researchers a contemporary benchmark of the brand’s durability.

Model year2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2005

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy21/28/24 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI NS · 540-950 CCA battery, OE oil filter 06J115403Q. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI NS · 540-950 CCAOEM · verified

Tire sizeP245/45R18OEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	06J115403Q
Engine air filter	8R0133843K
Fuel filter	8K0201511A
Spark plug	06H905621A alt 06H905601A
Battery	000915089J alt 000915089BC
Front wiper blades	8K1955426A alt 8K1955425A
Serpentine belt	06J260849F
Thermostat	06J121113C alt 06H121113B
Cabin air filter	8K0819439C

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	185.8 in
Overall width	72.4 in
Overall height	57.9 in
Wheelbase	110.6 in
Curb weight	3891 lb
Track (front / rear)	62.2 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	53/47

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	21 / 28 / 24 mpg
Drivetrain	All-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	90 cu ft
Cargo volume	28 cu ft
Recommended fuel	Premium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the allroad of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.3–7.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.30 sec — 2014 Prestige Quattro Wagon

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2014	Prestige Quattro Wagon 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.30 sec	14.90 sec	220 hp	AWD
2013	Prestige Quattro Wagon 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.40 sec	14.90 sec	211 hp	AWD
2013	Prestige Quattro Wagon 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.40 sec	14.90 sec	211 hp	AWD
2013	Prestige Quattro Wagon 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.50 sec	15.00 sec	211 hp	AWD
2013	Prestige Quattro Wagon 2.0L Turbo I-4	7.70 sec	16.00 sec	211 hp	AWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine VW Part Number G052145S2 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 18.4 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	Audi part number G060162A2
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	3.8-4.2
Brake Fluid	DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil	VW Part Number G052145S2
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	1.9-2.1
Engine Coolant	Use Audi coolant G13 TL-VW774J
Engine Coolant Capacity	10.5 qt
Power Steering Fluid	Audi part number G004 000 M2

Engine torques

Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	18.4 ft-lbs
Engine Valve Cover Bolts	7.2

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-4-2
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Denso
Spark Plug Torque	22 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.18-1.25 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	3.38-4.06 oz
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	540-950 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test	14.5 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	20-23 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	188 °F
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum	87
Residual Pressure	44 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)	72.5-116 psi
Residual Pressure	43 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque	Front: 22.0; Rear: 26 Use; Front: 22; Rear: 26
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque	Front: 145; Rear: 75 use; Front: 145; Rear: 74
ABS Sensor Torque	6 / NS
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.394; Rear: 0.276 front
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement	Front w/1LT and 1LY:

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages

Install new bolt and tighten to 148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 180 degrees.

148 ft. lbs

Rear Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages

Install new bolt and tighten to 148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 180 degrees.

148 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 5,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

At 5,000 mi	Brake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Disc Brake Caliper (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 10,000 mi	Brake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Disc Brake Caliper (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 mi	Air Conditioning Evaporator Case Drain (inspect) · Air Intake Hose Debris Screen (clean) · Battery (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 mi	Air Conditioning Evaporator Case Drain (inspect) · Air Intake Hose Debris Screen (clean) · Battery (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace)
At 35,000 mi	Brake Rotor (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 40,000 mi	Brake Rotor (inspect)
At 55,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean)
Every 60,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

358

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

Overall★★★★★

Frontal★★★★★

Side★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’98 ’99 ’01 ’02 ’03 ’04 ’05 ’13 ’14 ’15 ’17 ’18 ’20

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 358 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
TSB_2074640_3	2026-06-26	Engine	This bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000…
TSB_2074729_3	2026-06-23	Electrical System	This bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of…
TSB_2059335_7	2026-06-23	Electrical System	This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the…
TSB_2082086_1	2026-06-22	Power Train	This bulletin provides informaiton when there is a leak on the oil hole between the…
TSB_2082323_1	2026-06-10	Engine	This bulletin provides informaiton when the engine is not running smoothly, misfiring.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group NS battery Engine oil filter 06J115403Q Engine air filter 8R0133843K Fuel filter 8K0201511A Spark plug 06H905621A

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2016 allroad have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the allroad get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined mpg.