Maintenance schedule

2019 Audi A3 maintenance schedule

Every service on the 2019 A3, with its interval and an estimated cost.

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Checked against the manufacturer's service schedule · Reviewed Oct 7, 2026 · 9 sources

Short answer

The 2019 Audi A3 oil change interval is every 10,000 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first. Every 10,000 mi or 12 months. First at 10,000 mi or 1 year, then Minor and Standard Maintenance alternate (each every 20,000 mi or 2 years). Audi gives no severe-service number: under severe conditions (such as extremely low temperatures or excessive dust) engine oil changes must be done in between the given intervals.

Brake Fluid
24mo
Brake Inspection
10,000mi
≈ 16,000km
12 mo
Cabin Air Filter
20,000mi
≈ 32,000km
24 mo
Engine Air Filter
60,000mi
≈ 97,000km

Service intervals

Engine

From the 2019 Audi A3 schedule.

From the 2019 Audi A3 schedule.
ServiceEveryStatus
Engine Oil & FilterSafety itemEvery 10,000 mi or 12 months. First at 10,000 mi or 1 year, then Minor and Standard Maintenance alternate (each every 20,000 mi or 2 years). Audi gives no severe-service number: under severe conditions (such as extremely low temperatures or excessive dust) engine oil changes must be done in between the given intervals.Guide How to Change Your Oil · The engine oil system: what every part does10,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 16,000 km / 12 mo
Brake InspectionInspect brake pad thickness at every scheduled service.Guide How to Change Brake Pads: Step-by-Step Guide10,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 16,000 km / 12 mo
Cabin Air FilterReplace the dust and pollen filter.Guide How to Replace Your Cabin Air Filter20,000 mi / 24 mo≈ 32,000 km / 24 mo
Engine Air FilterReplace the air filter element. Under severe conditions (such as excessive dust) Audi says to clean or replace it in between the given intervals; no number given.Guide How to Replace Your Air Filter (Engine & Cabin)60,000 mi≈ 97,000 km
Brake FluidSafety itemChange brake fluid every 2 years regardless of mileage.Guide How to Bleed Brakes (and Change Brake Fluid)24 mo
Spark PlugsEvery 80,000 mi or 6 years, whichever occurs first.Guide How to Change Spark Plugs · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench80,000 mi / 72 mo≈ 129,000 km / 72 mo
Dual-Clutch Transmission FluidChange the S tronic fluid every 80,000 mi.Guide How to Change Transmission Fluid80,000 mi≈ 129,000 km
AWD Coupling FluidChange the AWD (quattro) clutch fluid every 3 years regardless of mileage.36 mo

≈ converted from the other unit and rounded.

Common questions about the 2019 Audi A3

How often does a 2019 Audi A3 need an oil change?

The 2019 Audi A3 oil change interval is every 10,000 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first. Every 10,000 mi or 12 months. First at 10,000 mi or 1 year, then Minor and Standard Maintenance alternate (each every 20,000 mi or 2 years). Audi gives no severe-service number: under severe conditions (such as extremely low temperatures or excessive dust) engine oil changes must be done in between the given intervals.

What maintenance does a 2019 Audi A3 need?

The services not to skip on a 2019 Audi A3: engine oil & filter every 10,000 mi / 12 mo; brake fluid every 24 mo. The table above lists every service with its interval and an estimated cost.

Sources

  1. 2015 Audi Models USA Warranty & Maintenance bookletReference
  2. 2016 Audi Maintenance Schedule - All Models (Audi of America, NHTSA MC-10165519, revised 9/19/2019)Reference
  3. 2017 Audi Maintenance Card (Audi Service, MY 2017 Maintenance Schedule, Gas and Hybrid Vehicles - United States; ed. 04.2026)Reference
  4. 2018 Audi Maintenance Card (Audi Service USA5R514421, rev. 05/15/2024)Reference
  5. 2019 Audi Maintenance Card (Audi Service, MY 2019 Maintenance Schedule, Gas and Hybrid Vehicles; ed. 04.2024)Reference

Intervals vary by market, engine and driving conditions; your owner's manual is the authority for your car.