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2023 Audi SQ8

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 SQ8.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2023 Audi SQ8, equipped with an automatic S8 transmission, carries EPA fuel‑efficiency ratings of 14 mpg city, 20 mpg highway and 17 mpg combined. Owner feedback for this model year records only two total complaints, with the engine noted as the top concern area and the vehicle having been subject to two recalls. Across the 2020‑2026 span, the SQ8’s complaint count peaked at three in 2021 and fell to a low of two in 2024, placing the 2023 edition within a relatively stable reliability window.

Model year202520242023202220212020

Quick specs

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

EPA fuel economy14/20/17 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 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.

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 / combined14 / 20 / 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

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.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire Repair Kit Sealant (inspect)
Every 20,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Door Hinge (lubricate) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exterior Lighting (inspect)
Every 30,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 60,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · 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.

The 2023 Audi SQ8 is represented in the federal record by a single complaint in the engine category and one in structure/latches/locks/linkages, matching the low complaint volume seen in the surrounding years. In contrast, the 2021 model recorded three complaints and six recalls, while the 2024 model shows two complaints and two recalls, indicating that 2023 sits at the lower end of the complaint spectrum for this generation. The model also reports no crash or fire complaints, and no recalls are documented for the 2023 year in the dataset. Overall, the complaint and recall trend across the generation peaks in 2021 and then declines, with the 2023 year falling within the low‑activity period. Given the minimal reported issues, the 2023 Audi SQ8 represents a relatively safe used‑car purchase.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
883
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
2
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
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.

Engine1
Structure,Latches/Locks/Linkages1

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 883 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

Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.

VIN
Decode a VIN to confirm the transmission and build data for a specific SQ8. OEM
Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
Check open recall campaigns against a specific vehicle by VIN.

Vehicles with shared specs

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

Engine oil filter 06M115331AEngine air filter 4M0133843GSpark plug 0P2905601Battery 000915089BE

Reference guides

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

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2023 SQ8 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the SQ8 get?

EPA figures are 14 city / 20 highway / 17 combined mpg.