Transmission fluid holds up considerably longer than motor oil, so you don’t have to change it as often. The cost of a transmission fluid change is dependent on the year, make, and model of your vehicle.
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Audi R8 Transmission Fluid Capacity and Transmission Fluid Type
| Transmission | Fluid Capacity | Fluid Type |
| 7 speed 0BZA Automatic Transmission | Total Fill 11.1 quarts (10.5 liters) Initial Fill 8.5 quarts (8 liters) |
SL009 |
| 086 6 speed Manual Transmission | Transmission case: With Transmission Cooler Full – 3.5 liters (7.4 pints) | SL138 |
| 086 6 speed Manual Transmission | Transmission case: With Transmission Cooler Empty – 4 liters (8.5 pints) | SL138 |
| 086 6 speed Manual Transmission with automated hydraulic control unit | 0.9 liters (1.9 pints) | PS046 |
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 Audi R8 Transmission Fluid Capacity and Transmission Fluid Type
| Transmission | Fluid Capacity | Fluid Type |
| 7 speed 0BZ Automatic Transmission | Total Fill 12.5 quarts (11.8 quarts) Initial Fill 11.1 quarts (10.5 liters) |
SL009 |
| 7 speed 0BZA Automatic Transmission | Total Fill 12.5 quarts (11.8 quarts) Initial Fill 11.1 quarts (10.5 liters) |
SL009 |
A spaceship landing in the company’s lineup. That’s how the Audi R8 was characterized when it debuted more than a decade ago.
At the time, we were accustomed to Audi’s methodical approach to its standard automobiles and snowy forays into motorsport, notably with the legendary Audi Quattro rally car. But a supercar? That was unique. That was breaking news. And now, a decade or so later, the R8 has earned the respect of its competitors.
The newest version is a strong competitor to the McLaren 570S, the Mercedes-AMG GT, and the Porsche 911. It’s served as a halo model for Audi Sports’ performance line-up since its introduction, but it’s also been joined by the Audi E-Tron GT high-performance electric vehicle.
The last manual-transmission Audi R8 was produced in Germany in 2015. Following the release of the second-generation Audi R8, all subsequent models have been offered with automatic gearboxes, owing to consumer demand and improved performance.
Transmission fluid is rather clever, because it’s essentially a two-for-one deal. We like that a lot. It serves as both a lubricant and a coolant in an automatic transmission. The use of pressurized fluid in an automatic transmission has important implications for transmission control and function.
The fluid circulates around your transmission as it goes. The fluid, which is made up of oil and additives, absorbs heat from the transmission while also lubricating it. As a result, it prevents the transmission from overheating and experiencing significant wear and tear due to friction. Isn’t there any more great news for you? Because it lasts so much longer than motor oil, you won’t have to change it very often.
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