Audi A3 wheel fitment — 8Y Facelift
Overview
The Audi A3 is a small family car (C-segment) manufactured and marketed by the German automaker Audi AG since September 1996. The first two generations of the Audi A3 were based on the Volkswagen Group A platform, while the third and fourth generations use the Volkswagen Group MQB platform.
History & notable variants
The REFERENCE does not provide specific information about the 8Y Facelift generation's production years or notable development details for this exact period. It focuses more on earlier generations of the Audi A3.
Audi A3 wheel fitment
Everything below is what the fit-check uses for Audi A3 wheel fitment: the factory bolt spec first, then the width and offset window that clears the arches and the brakes on the Audi A3 8Y Facelift.
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x112 |
| Centre bore | 57.1 mm |
| Bolt / thread | M14x1.5 (bolts) |
| Wheel-bolt torque | 120 Nm |
| Seat type | radius |
| Factory setup | square |
| TPMS | indirect |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 6.5J–8.5J | ET18–ET45 |
As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8 to 10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive, years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 TFSI e | HEM80evo, 1,395 cc, DGEA | phev | 150 kW (204 PS) | FWD, 2020 to 2024 |
| 45 TFSI e | HEM80evo, 1,395 cc, DGEA | phev | 180 kW (245 PS) | FWD, 2020 to 2024 |
| 30 TFSI | VW EA211evo2, 1,498 cc, DXDE | petrol | 85 kW (116 PS) | FWD, 2024 to present |
| 35 TFSI | VW EA211evo2, 1,498 cc, DXDB | petrol | 110 kW (150 PS) | FWD, 2024 to present |
| 40 TFSI | VW EA888, 1,984 cc | petrol | 150 kW (204 PS) | quattro, 2025 to 2026 |
| S3 TFSI | VW EA888, 1,984 cc, DNFF | petrol | 245 kW (333 PS) | quattro, 2024 to present |
| RS3 TFSI | VW EA855evo, 2,480 cc, DXHB | petrol | 294 kW (400 PS) | quattro, 2024 to present |
| 40 TFSI e | 1,498 cc, DUCB | phev | 150 kW (204 PS) | FWD, 2024 to present |
| 45 TFSI e | 1,498 cc, DUCA | phev | 200 kW (272 PS) | FWD, 2024 to present |
| 30 TDI | VW EA288 evo, 1,968 cc, DXRC | diesel | 85 kW (116 PS) | FWD, 2024 to present |
| 35 TDI | VW EA288 evo, 1,968 cc, DXPA | diesel | 110 kW (150 PS) | FWD, 2024 to present |
Source: Audi A3 8Y, de.wikipedia.org.
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h) | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 TFSI e | 150 kW (204 PS) | 7.6 s | 140 to 227 km/h (87 to 141 mph) |
| 45 TFSI e | 180 kW (245 PS) | 6.8 s | 140 to 232 km/h (87 to 144 mph) |
| 30 TFSI | 85 kW (116 PS) | 9.7 to 9.9 s | 205 to 210 km/h (127 to 130 mph) |
| 35 TFSI | 110 kW (150 PS) | 8.1 to 8.4 s | 226 km/h (140 mph) |
| 40 TFSI | 150 kW (204 PS) | 6.3 s | 245 to 250 km/h (152 to 155 mph) |
| S3 TFSI | 245 kW (333 PS) | 4.7 s | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| RS3 TFSI | 294 kW (400 PS) | 3.8 s | 250 to 290 km/h (155 to 180 mph) |
| 40 TFSI e | 150 kW (204 PS) | 7.4 s | 140 to 225 km/h (87 to 140 mph) |
| 45 TFSI e | 200 kW (272 PS) | 6.3 s | 140 to 237 km/h (87 to 147 mph) |
| 30 TDI | 85 kW (116 PS) | 10.1 s | 205 to 210 km/h (127 to 130 mph) |
| 35 TDI | 110 kW (150 PS) | 8.1 s | 222 km/h (138 mph) |
Source: Audi A3 8Y, de.wikipedia.org.
UK popularity & demand
Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 449,880 Audi A3 on UK roads, placing it in the top 1% of car models by volume across our fitment database.
With that many on the road, Audi A3 wheel fitment is a spec fitters see constantly. We keep it current for that reason.
Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.
Dimensions
| Length | 4,343 to 4,542 mm |
| Width | 1,816 to 1,851 mm |
| Height | 1,391 to 1,486 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,618 to 2,636 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,255 to 1,660 kg |
Source: Audi A3 8Y, de.wikipedia.org.
Body styles & production
| Body styles | 5-door hatchback (Sportback), 4-door saloon |
| Produced | 2024–2026 |