The 2026 Audi A8 has 14 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 4 part types and 2 brands, covering both the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged and the 4.0L V8 Turbocharged. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2026 Audi A8, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. Most of the listed parts are Gear Oil (8 parts), Transfer Case Fluid (4 parts) and CV Axle (1 part). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
The 2026 Audi A8 was sold with both the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged and the 4.0L V8 Turbocharged. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
2 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 2026 Audi A8, led by VALVOLINE (12 parts) and GKN (2 parts).
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 2026 Audi A8. 2 parts have it, including VALVOLINE VV982 (Gear Oil) and VALVOLINE VV975 (Gear Oil). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GKN Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | GKND12332 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Outboard Joint Type: Fix Ball Joint GKN SX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
One part is listed for the 2026 Audi A8 — GKN GKND12332.
CV Joint
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GKN Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 306277 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Pre-lubricatedThermosplastic Elastomer (TPE) | View on Amazon |
This table covers the constant-velocity joints at each end of a drive axle.
One part is listed for the 2026 Audi A8 — GKN 306277.
Gear Oil
SAE 75W-140
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | VV982 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 889787 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 887344 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | VV981 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil5 Gallon | View on Amazon |
SAE 75W-90
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | VV975 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 889785 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 882505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 723856 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.
VALVOLINE supplies the 8 Gear Oil parts for the 2026 Audi A8. VALVOLINE VV982 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the SAE 75W-140 grade, VALVOLINE supplies 4 parts: grouped under the catalog's "SAE 75W-140" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is VALVOLINE VV982.
In the SAE 75W-90 grade, VALVOLINE supplies 4 parts: grouped under the catalog's "SAE 75W-90" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is VALVOLINE VV975.
Part numbers include VALVOLINE VV982, VALVOLINE 889787 and VALVOLINE 887344, among others listed above.
Transfer Case Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | VV975 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 889785 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 882505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 723856 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for the transfer case. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
VALVOLINE supplies the 4 Transfer Case Fluid parts for the 2026 Audi A8.
Listed part numbers: VALVOLINE VV975, VALVOLINE 889785 and VALVOLINE 882505, plus the other parts above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2026 Audi A8
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Every drivetrain part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Gear Oil and Transfer Case Fluid .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2026 Audi A8?
Our catalog currently lists 14 drivetrain parts for the 2026 Audi A8 across 4 subcategories and 2 brands, covering both the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged and the 4.0L V8 Turbocharged. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 2026 Audi A8 engines?
Yes. Every drivetrain part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2026 Audi A8?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2026 Audi A8 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2026 Audi A8?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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