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2018 Audi allroad

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 allroad.

Transmission Automatic (AM-S7)

The 2018 Audi allroad is defined by a powertrain requiring 5.5 quarts of 5W-40 oil and an AM-S7 automatic transmission, returning EPA ratings of 22/30/25 mpg. Within the model’s 1998–2020 production span, this model year logged just one total owner complaint and one recall, matching the 1998 model for the lowest complaint count on record. That placement situates the 2018 allroad at the most favorable end of the nameplate’s reliability history, even though its single reported issue falls under the Power Train category.

Model year2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2005

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity5.5 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-40OEM · verified

Lug nut torque89 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy22/30/25 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 06L115562B. 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.

Tire sizeP225/55R17, P245/45R18Y, P245/45R18H, P245/40R19OEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	06L115562B
Engine air filter	8W0133843C
Spark plug	06K905601B
Battery	000915089BD
Front wiper blades	8W1998002
Cabin air filter	4M0819439C

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	187 in
Overall width	72.4 in
Overall height	58.7 in
Wheelbase	111 in
Curb weight	3825 lb
Track (front / rear)	62.2 / 61.8 in

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	22 / 30 / 25 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 holds 5.5 qt of 5W-40 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 89 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake Fluid	DOT 4
Clutch Fluid	DOT 4
Engine Coolant	Use Audi coolant part number G13TL-VW774J
Engine Coolant Capacity	10.5
Engine Oil	5W-40
Engine Oil Capacity	5.5 qt
Manual Transmission Fluid	Use Audi/VW part number 055532A2
Power Steering Fluid	EPS

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)	30.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)	14.75 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	6.6 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	18.4 ft-lbs
Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) Sensor Bolt(s)	35.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts

89 ft-lbs

Ignition

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

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum	87.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum	119.0 psi
Residual Pressure	43 psi
Engine Compression	159-203 psi @ RPM / Maximum Variation 44 psi

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages

148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 180.0°

148 ft. lbs

Rear Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages

148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 180.0°

148 ft. lbs

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

Prep Gasoline engines

1	33.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 degrees; Diesel engines	33 ft. lbs
1	22.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90	22 ft. lbs

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

110.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

110 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep Do not re-use old bolts. · Long head bolts

1	Tighten all bolts finger tight.
2	22.0 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
3	44.3 ft. lbs.	44.3 ft. lbs
4	90 degrees	90 degrees
5	90 degrees; Short head bolts (located in rear of head)	90 degrees
1	6.0 ft. lbs.	6 ft. lbs
2	90 degrees	90 degrees

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	44.0 ft. lbs.	44 ft. lbs
2	90

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

Prep Gas engines · Cap bolts: Step 1: 48.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 degrees, Side bolts: Step 1: 15.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 degrees · Diesel engines

48.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

48 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 every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 40,000 mi.

Every 10,000 mi	Brake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire Repair Kit Sealant (inspect)
Every 20,000 mi	Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Line (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exterior Lighting (inspect)
Every 40,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 60,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

The 2018 Audi allroad occupies a favorable position in the vehicle's historical record, showing significantly fewer federal complaints than the high-volume 2002 and 2003 model years which recorded 104 and 85 issues respectively. Within the recent data sequence starting in 2013, the 2018 model continues a downward trend in Technical Service Bulletins, dropping to 252 from the 2015 peak of 736. Federal records show only one complaint for 2018, categorized under Power Train, while the subsequent 2020 model year reports zero complaints. Although one recall was issued for 2018, this aligns with the single recall recorded for 2017 and is substantially lower than the seven recalls issued in 2003. The data indicates a maturing model line with diminishing reported issues, making the 2018 model year a strong candidate for purchase based on its low complaint volume and improving trend line.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

252

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.

Power Train1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V547000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 24/07/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4… Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 252 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
A9424792063739_2	2024-04-12	Exterior Lighting	This bulletin provides information when the headlights do not turn off during daylight…
A9023532058077_8	2023-11-15	Service Brakes	This bulletin provides information for when there is a warning, warning jolt and/or brake…
A0023752066297_3	2023-10-09	Equipment	This bulletin provides details on the VIN-4-PIN program.
A0023742052680_4	2023-10-04	Equipment	This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety…
A8723372055257_6	2023-01-17	Visibility	This bulletin provides directions when the customer describes a problem with the HVAC…

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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Vehicles with shared specs

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Vehicles taking 5.5 qt Engine oil filter 06L115562B Engine air filter 8W0133843C Spark plug 06K905601B Battery 000915089BD

Reference guides

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

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2018 allroad take?

5.5 qt of 5W-40 Meeting Audi/VW specification 502 00 or equivalent, per the factory manual.

Does the 2018 allroad have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the allroad get?

EPA figures are 22 city / 30 highway / 25 combined mpg.