What size wheels fit a Audi A4 B8 Facelift?

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 B8 Facelift — Wheel Fitment & Specs

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

TL;DR — The Audi A4 B8 Facelift (1994–2025) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~6.5J–8.5J wheels at ET18–ET45.

Overview

The Audi A4 B8 Facelift is part of the fifth generation (B8) of the luxury compact executive car produced by Audi AG, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group. It was built on the Volkswagen Group MLB platform and succeeded the fourth-generation Audi 80/90 series. The B8 generation introduced significant changes over its predecessor, including an updated design language, improved interior quality, and enhanced technology features such as MMI (Multi Media Interface) navigation system. Production took place in Ingolstadt, Germany; Changchun, China; and Aurangabad, India.

Wheel fitment

Bolt pattern (PCD)	5x112
Centre bore	66.6 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
RS4, 2.7 V6 30v Biturbo	2.7L V6 engine	petrol	380 hp	quattro
S4, 2.7 V6 30v Biturbo	2.7L V6 engine	petrol	265 hp	quattro
2.8 V6 30v DOHC	2.8L V6 engine	petrol	193 hp	FWD
2.8 V6 12v SOHC	2.8L V6 engine	petrol	174 hp	FWD
2.4 V6 30v DOHC BDV Engine	2.4L V6 engine	petrol	165 hp	FWD
1.8T I4 20v DOHC Turbo	1.8L Straight-four engine	petrol	150 hp	FWD
2.4 V6 12v SOHC	2.4L V6 engine	petrol	150 hp	FWD
2.6 V6 12v SOHC	2.6L V6 engine	petrol	150 hp	FWD
2.5 V6 TDI 24v DOHC	2.5L V6 engine	diesel	150 hp	quattro
1.8 I4 20v DOHC	1.8L Straight-four engine	petrol	125 hp	FWD
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC PD	1.9L Straight-four engine	diesel	115 hp	FWD
1.6 I4 8v SOHC	1.6L Straight-four engine	petrol	101 hp	FWD
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC	1.9L Straight-four engine	diesel	75 hp	FWD

Performance

Variant	Power	0–62 mph	Top speed
1.6 I4 8v SOHC	101 hp	11.9 s	118 mph
1.8 I4 20v DOHC	125 hp	10.5 s	127 mph
1.8T I4 20v DOHC Turbo	150 hp	8.3 s	139 mph
2.4 V6 12v SOHC	150 hp	9.1 s	131 mph
2.4 V6 30v DOHC BDV Engine	165 hp	8.4 s	139 mph
2.6 V6 12v SOHC	150 hp		134 mph
S4, 2.7 V6 30v Biturbo	265 hp	5.7 s	154 mph
RS4, 2.7 V6 30v Biturbo	380 hp	4.9 s	159 mph
2.8 V6 12v SOHC	174 hp	8.2 s	139 mph
2.8 V6 30v DOHC	193 hp	7.4 s	145 mph
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC	75 hp		98 mph
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC PD	115 hp	10.5 s	115 mph
2.5 V6 TDI 24v DOHC	150 hp	9 s	131 mph

Body styles & production

Body styles	Saloon, Avant
Produced	1994–2025

Trim levels

SportS line

History & notable variants

The Audi A4 B8 Facelift underwent notable changes to enhance its appeal and competitiveness in the market. These included aesthetic updates like new front and rear styling elements, improved lighting technology, and revised interior trims. Performance variants such as the S4 and RS 4 were also introduced or updated during this period.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: Updated design; improved interior quality; enhanced technology features
Cons: No specific weaknesses mentioned in the reference