C8 Audi A6 3.0T R&D test

We purchased this C8 Audi A6 with approximately 97,000 km (61,000 miles) and completed an initial oil change shortly after taking delivery. The car now sits at roughly 108,000 km (67,000 miles).

While Audi's factory intervals are higher, our recommended oil service interval for these cars—especially when preparing for performance modifications—falls strictly at 5,000 miles (8,000 km). Because this specific service ran slightly past that window, it made this the perfect time to not only perform the oil change but to get under the car and complete a comprehensive mechanical inspection while everything was accessible.

This series focuses on long-term ownership, correct service intervals, and doing the work right from day one. If you are doing this at home, this is the easiest way to change the oil on your C8 A6.

Watch the full step-by-step DIY video below. If you have any questions about C8 maintenance, drop a comment at the bottom of the page!

We purchased this C8 Audi A6 with approximately 97,000 km (61,000 miles) and completed an initial oil change shortly after taking delivery. The car now sits at roughly 108,000 km (67,000 miles).

While Audi's factory intervals are higher, our recommended oil service interval for these cars—especially when preparing for performance modifications—falls strictly at 5,000 miles (8,000 km). Because this specific service ran slightly past that window, it made this the perfect time to not only perform the oil change but to get under the car and complete a comprehensive mechanical inspection while everything was accessible.

This series focuses on long-term ownership, correct service intervals, and doing the work right from day one. If you are doing this at home, this is the easiest way to change the oil on your C8 A6.

Watch the full step-by-step DIY video below. If you have any questions about C8 maintenance, drop a comment at the bottom of the page!