The 8-speed automatic transmission ZF 8HP95 has been produced by the German company since 2015 and is installed on particularly powerful BMW and Rolls-Royce models under its own index GA8HP95Z. The version of this automatic transmission for the Audi RS6, SQ7 and Bentley Bentayga has many differences and is known as 0D6.
2nd generation of the 8HP family: 8HP50, 8HP65, 8HP75, 8HP95.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2015 |
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Type of drive | all wheel / rear |
| Engine volume, l | up to 6.6 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 1100 |
| Recommended oil | ZF Lifeguard Fluid 8 |
| Oil capacity, liter | 8.8 |
| Replacing the oil | every 50,000 km |
| Replacing the filter | every 50,000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 95 (Audi 0D6 modification – 150) |
Gear ratios ZF 8HP95
Using the example of a BMW M760Li xDrive 2020 with a 6.6 liter engine:
| Main | 2.813 |
| 1st | 5.000 |
| 2nd | 3.200 |
| 3rd | 2.143 |
| 4th | 1.720 |
| 5th | 1.314 |
| 6th | 1.000 |
| 7th | 0.822 |
| 8th | 0.640 |
| Reverse | 3.456 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Aston Martin DBS 1 (AM7) in 2018 – …
- Audi A6 C8 (4K) in 2019 – …
- Audi A7 C8 (4K) in 2019 – …
- Audi A8 D5 (4N) in 2019 – …
- Audi Q7 2 (4M) in 2016 – 2020
- Audi Q8 1 (4M) in 2019 – 2020
- Bentley Bentayga 1 (4V) in 2016 – …
- BMW 7-Series G11 in 2016 – …
- Dodge Durango 3 (WD) in 2020 – 2021
- Dodge Ram 5 (DT) in 2019 – …
- Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 (WK2) in 2017 – 2021
- Lamborghini Urus 1 in 2018 – …
- Porsche Cayenne 3 Coupe (9YB) in 2019 – …
- Rolls-Royce Cullinan 1 (RR31) in 2018 – …
- Rolls-Royce Dawn 1 (RR6) in 2016 – 2022
- Rolls-Royce Ghost 2 (RR21) in 2020 – …
- Rolls-Royce Phantom 8 (RR11) in 2017 – …
- Rolls-Royce Wraith 1 (RR5) in 2016 – 2022
- Volkswagen Touareg 3 (CR) in 2019 – 2020
Disadvantages of the ZF 8HP95 gearbox
- This reliable and durable gearbox has to work with very powerful engines.
- During aggressive driving, the solenoids will quickly become clogged with friction wear products.
- Worn clutches cause vibrations and break the oil pump bearing.
- Frequent acceleration can cause aluminum parts in the mechanical part of the automatic transmission to burst.
- The weak point of all gearboxes in this series are rubber gaskets and bushings.
Frequently asked questions about the ZF 8HP95
What type of transmission is the ZF 8HP95?
The ZF 8HP95 is an 8-speed automatic transmission for all-wheel and rear-wheel drive cars.
When was the ZF 8HP95 produced?
The ZF 8HP95 has been produced since 2015.
How much torque can the ZF 8HP95 handle?
The ZF 8HP95 is designed for torque up to 1100 Nm and engines up to 6.6 liters.
How much oil does the ZF 8HP95 take and which one?
The ZF 8HP95 takes 8.8 liters of oil. Recommended oil: ZF Lifeguard Fluid 8.
How often should the ZF 8HP95 be serviced?
Oil change: every 50,000 km. Filter replacement: every 50,000 km.
How long does the ZF 8HP95 last?
With proper maintenance, the ZF 8HP95 typically lasts about 250 000 km.
How much does the ZF 8HP95 weigh?
Weight, kg: 95 (Audi 0D6 modification - 150).
What are the gear ratios of the ZF 8HP95?
Using the example of a BMW M760Li xDrive 2020 with a 6.6 liter engine: final drive 2.813, 1st 5.000, 2nd 3.200, 3rd 2.143, 4th 1.720, 5th 1.314, 6th 1.000, 7th 0.822, 8th 0.640, reverse 3.456.
What cars was the ZF 8HP95 installed on?
Aston Martin DBS 1 (AM7) in 2018 -; Audi A6 C8 (4K) in 2019 -; Audi A7 C8 (4K) in 2019 -; Audi A8 D5 (4N) in 2019 -; Audi Q7 2 (4M) in 2016 - 2020; Audi Q8 1 (4M) in 2019 - 2020 and 13 more (see the full list above).
What are the common problems of the ZF 8HP95?
This reliable and durable gearbox has to work with very powerful engines. During aggressive driving, the solenoids will quickly become clogged with friction wear products. All known problems.
