What size wheels fit a Audi A4 B7?

Roughly 6.5J–8.5J (ET18–ET45).

How many Audi A4 are there on UK roads?

Approximately 242,314 Audi A4 are licensed in the UK, according to DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025).

Audi A4 B7 — Wheel Fitment & Specs

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 1994–2025

TL;DR — The Audi A4 B7 (1994–2025) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~6.5J–8.5J wheels at ET18–ET45.

Overview

The Audi A4 B7 is a luxury compact executive car produced from 2004 to 2008 by Audi AG, based on the Volkswagen Group B platform. It succeeded the B6 generation and was built in Ingolstadt, Germany. The B7 underwent significant facelifts compared to its predecessor, featuring revised steering settings, suspension geometry, new engine ranges, navigation systems, and chassis electronics. Available as a sedan and station wagon (Avant), it also included a convertible variant until 2009 when the Audi A5 was spun off for these body styles.

Wheel fitment

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 +8–10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.

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UK popularity & demand

~242,314 Audi A4 licensed on UK roads — top 1% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 242,314 Audi A4 on UK roads, placing it in the top 1% of car models by volume across our fitment database. That makes its wheel fitment a high-demand size to keep in stock — one reason we track its exact spec here.

Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.

Engines & drivetrain

Variant	Engine	Fuel	Power	Drive
2.7L V6 30v Biturbo	2.7L V6 engine	petrol	265 hp	Quattro
2.8L V6 30v DOHC	2.8L V6 engine	petrol	193 hp	Quattro
2.8L V6 12v SOHC	2.8L V6 engine	petrol	174 hp	Quattro
2.4L V6 30v DOHC BDV Engine	2.4L V6 engine	petrol	165 hp	Quattro
1.8T I4 20v DOHC Turbo	1.8L Straight-four engine	petrol	150 hp	Quattro
2.6L V6 12v SOHC	2.6L V6 engine	petrol	150 hp	Quattro
2.5L V6 TDI 24v DOHC	2.5L V6 engine	diesel	150 hp	Quattro
1.8L I4 20v DOHC	1.8L Straight-four engine	petrol	125 hp	FWD
1.9L I4 8v SOHC TDI PD	1.9L Straight-four engine	diesel	115 hp	Quattro
1.6L I4 8v SOHC	1.6L Straight-four engine	petrol	101 hp	FWD
1.9L I4 8v SOHC TDI	1.9L Straight-four engine	diesel	75 hp	Quattro

Performance

Variant	Power	0–62 mph	Top speed
1.6L I4 8v SOHC	101 hp	11.9 s	119 mph
1.8L I4 20v DOHC	125 hp	10.5 s	127 mph
1.8T I4 20v DOHC Turbo	150 hp	8.3 s	139 mph
2.4L V6 30v DOHC BDV Engine	165 hp	8.4 s	137 mph
2.6L V6 12v SOHC	150 hp	9.1 s	134 mph
2.7L V6 30v Biturbo	265 hp	5.7 s	154 mph
2.8L V6 12v SOHC	174 hp	8.2 s	139 mph
2.8L V6 30v DOHC	193 hp	7.4 s	145 mph
1.9L I4 8v SOHC TDI	75 hp		98 mph
1.9L I4 8v SOHC TDI PD	115 hp	10.5 s	114 mph
2.5L V6 TDI 24v DOHC	150 hp	9 s	130 mph

Body styles & production

Body styles	Sedan, Avant (station wagon), Cabriolet
Produced	1994–2025

Trim levels

SESportS line

History & notable variants

The B7 generation introduced Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) technology on petrol engines, enhancing power output while maintaining compatibility with direct injection systems. It featured advanced Bosch ESP 8.0 Electronic Stability Programme and a new dashboard design inspired by the C6 Audi A6. The engine lineup was expanded to include more powerful diesel options such as the 3.0 V6 TDI.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: Advanced engine technology (FSI), improved stability control system, enhanced interior design
Cons: Limited production figures available for analysis
Common issues: None specified in the reference