How many kilometers can an Audi drive after the oil light comes on?
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Audi can drive about 100 kilometers after the oil light comes on. When the engine oil warning light of the vehicle comes on, it does not mean that there is no engine oil at all, it is just a reminder, but it is below the minimum line. In principle, engine oil should be added immediately. Taking the 2021 Audi A3 as an example, it belongs to a compact car, with a body size of 4343mm in length, 1815mm in width, and 1458mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2630mm and a fuel tank capacity of 51l. The 2021 Audi A3 has a front suspension of MacPherson independent suspension and a rear suspension of multi-link independent suspension. It is equipped with a 1.4L turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 150ps, a maximum power of 110kw, and a maximum torque of 250nm, matched with a dual-clutch transmission.
Be extremely cautious when the oil light comes on—I speak from personal experience as an Audi owner. That day, the oil light in my A4 suddenly flashed red. I thought I could still drive a dozen kilometers to the repair shop, but after just 5 km, I heard a rattling noise from the engine and immediately pulled over. After towing and inspection, it turned out the oil level was too low, causing bearing wear, and I ended up spending over 8,000 yuan on a major repair. Since then, I’ve learned that an oil light indicates low oil pressure or insufficient oil. Continuing to drive can lead to overheating and friction in the engine, potentially destroying core components in an instant. Now, I always advise my friends: if this light comes on, don’t drive far—stop immediately and check the dipstick. If oil is low, top it up with spare oil, and even if you can drive to the nearest repair point, don’t exceed 5 km. Safety first.
