Maintenance lookup
Engine oil spec & capacity lookup
Find indicative oil grade, capacity, tyre size/pressure and ULEZ notes for cars in the MotorTools database. Always confirm against the handbook and engine code on the V5C — wrong oil on wet-belt engines is expensive.
Audi A1 · 1.0 TFSI
Oil specification
Often VW 504/507 or Audi equivalent LongLife — match the exact approval
Capacity
Typically ~4–5.7 litres
Tyre size
Commonly 195/55 R16 – 225/40 R18
Tyre pressure
Often ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker
Spare
Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well
ULEZ
Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate
How to use this lookup
Pick your make and model. We show the oil specification and capacity we associate with common UK engines for that model, plus related owner essentials.
Wet-belt EcoBoost and PureTech engines are especially sensitive to correct oil and short intervals — see the wet-belt guide if that applies.
Capacities are approximate with filter. Overfilling is as bad as underfilling; fill gradually and recheck.
Related checks
After an oil warning light
Do not keep driving on a red oil-pressure lamp. Recover the car, then confirm grade before any DIY top-up.
Buying used
Ask for invoices showing the exact approval (Ford WSS, VW 504/507, BMW LL, etc.), not just “5W-30”.
Frequently asked questions
- Is viscosity enough?
- No. Manufacturer approvals (VW 504/507, Ford WSS, PSA specs, BMW LL…) matter as much as 0W-20 vs 5W-30.
- My exact engine is not listed
- Use the car page variants and handbook. This tool covers typical UK engines per model, not every obscure code.
Related tools and guides
MotorTools calculators give planning estimates only. Confirm figures against GOV.UK, your V5C, handbook or a qualified garage before buying, renewing tax or carrying out work.