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2022 Audi SQ8

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 SQ8.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2022 Audi SQ8 pairs an S8 automatic transmission with EPA fuel economy ratings of 15 city, 21 highway, and 17 combined mpg. Owner reliability data for this model year shows four total complaints led by engine-related issues, along with three recalls. Across the SQ8's 2020–2026 complaint history, where 2021 marked the highest year with three complaints and 2024 the lowest with two, the 2022 model sits at a modest but slightly elevated point in the vehicle's early lifecycle—suggesting that while reported problems haven't been widespread, the engine remains the area most worth monitoring.

Model year202520242023202220212020

Quick specs

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

Lug nut torque118.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy15/21/17 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI The manufacturer used many different sized batteries during production of this model. Carefully fit the battery to size which is vented to the outside of the vehicle. The vehicles battery must be registered and the computer reset with a scan tool after installation. PR-Codes denote type of battery options used. AGM VRLA: PR-J0B: 49, PR-J0P: 95R, PR-J1N: 94R, PR-J2D: 48 · O.E. AmpHrs for AGM VRLA Batteries: J0B: 92.0, J0P: 105.0, J1N: 75.0, J2D: 68.0 CCA battery, OE oil filter 06M115331A. 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 The manufacturer used many different sized batteries during production of this model. Carefully fit the battery to size which is vented to the outside of the vehicle. The vehicles battery must be registered and the computer reset with a scan tool after installation. PR-Codes denote type of battery options used. AGM VRLA: PR-J0B: 49, PR-J0P: 95R, PR-J1N: 94R, PR-J2D: 48 · O.E. AmpHrs for AGM VRLA Batteries: J0B: 92.0, J0P: 105.0, J1N: 75.0, J2D: 68.0 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size285/45R21/XL 113HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim9; Optional: 9, 10, 10 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter06M115331A alt 06M115441G
Engine air filter4M0133843G
Spark plug0P2905601
Battery000915089BE
Front wiper blades4M8998002
Thermostat0P2121115E alt WHT008508
Cabin air filter4M0819439C

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length197.2 in
Overall width78.7 in
Overall height67.3 in
Wheelbase118.1 in
Curb weight5379 lb
Track (front / rear)66.1 / 66.5 in

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined15 / 21 / 17 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

Independent road tests for the SQ8 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.6–4.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.60 sec — 2020 Prestige Quattro
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2021Premium Plus Quattro 4.0L Twin-Turbo V84.00 sec12.50 sec500 hpAWD
2020Prestige Quattro 4.0L Twin-Turbo V83.60 sec12.20 sec500 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

Torque lug nuts to 118.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2.

Engine torques

Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs6.7 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts118.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant CapacityModels Equipped with 1 Evaporator
Oil CapacityModels Equipped with 1 Evaporator

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: NS, Rear: Use new bolts. 26.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 145.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.5

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 30,000 mi; coolant every 20,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 20,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire Repair Kit Sealant (inspect)
Every 20,000 miAir Conditioning Evaporator Case Drain (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Door Hinge (lubricate) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 60,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

For the 2022 Audi SQ8, federal data shows complaints centered on the engine, forward collision avoidance, and vehicle speed control, marking a slight increase from three complaints in 2021 compared to two in 2024. Across the generation, recalls and technical service bulletins peaked in 2021 at six recalls and 1,137 TSBs, before declining significantly by 2024. The 2022 model falls immediately after this peak, implying it may still carry some of the prior year's unresolved vulnerabilities, although the data does not specify the root causes for its engine and speed control complaints. Fortunately, the 2022 model has zero reported crash or fire complaints. Because it sits directly after the generation's most problematic year and shows a slight uptick in powertrain concerns, the 2022 SQ8 is a conditional buy that should only be considered if a specialized pre-purchase inspection verifies the engine and vehicle speed control systems are sound.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
1016
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
4
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 4 complaints on record, top 3 components.

Engine2
Engine,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Vehicle Speed Control1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

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 1016 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB_2079747_22026-06-30StructureThis bulletin provides information regarding various complaints about front or rear door…
TSB_2076404_82026-06-29Unknown Or OtherThis bulletin provides a deployment overview for customer service packages MLB and MQB…
TSB_2074640_32026-06-26EngineThis bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000…
TSB_2079226_52026-06-24StructureThis bulletin provides information when the sliding glass panoramic sunroof is leaking.
TSB_2074729_32026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of…

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

VIN tools

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VIN
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Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Vehicles with shared specs

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Reference guides

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

Frequently asked

Does the 2022 SQ8 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the SQ8 get?

EPA figures are 15 city / 21 highway / 17 combined mpg.