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Audi A6 wheel fitment — C8

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2018–2023
Audi A6 wheel fitment at a glance: The Audi A6 C8 (2018–2023) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~7.5J–10J wheels at ET22–ET50.

Overview

The Audi A6 C8 is an executive car manufactured by Audi AG from 2018 to 2023, succeeding the A6 C7 and continuing the lineage of the Audi 100 series. It was produced in Neckarsulm, Germany, and offered as a saloon (sedan) and Avant (estate/wagon). The platform is based on Volkswagen Group's Premium architecture, featuring advanced technology and design improvements over its predecessor.

Audi A6 wheel fitment

Start with the hub. The Audi A6 C8 spec table gives the bolt pattern and bore; the second table is the aftermarket window for Audi A6 wheel fitment.

Bolt pattern (PCD)5x112
Centre bore66.6 mm
Bolt / threadM14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque120 Nm
Seat typeradius
Factory setupsquare
TPMSindirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front7.5J–10JET22–ET50

Go wider and the offset has to rise with it, about 8 to 10 ET per extra 1J, or the wheel pokes past the arch. The fit-check settles the exact offset and any spacer.

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UK popularity & demand

~128,620 Audi A6 licensed on UK roads — top 3% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 128,620 Audi A6 on UK roads, placing it in the top 3% of car models by volume across our fitment database.

That makes Audi A6 wheel fitment a high-demand spec to keep in stock. It is one reason we track it here.

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

Engines & drivetrain

VariantEngineFuelPowerDrive, years
A6 45 TFSI quattro1984 cc I4 turbopetrol180 kW (245 PS)quattro, 2019 to present
A6 55 TFSI quattro2995 cc V6 twin-scroll turbopetrol250 kW (340 PS)quattro, 2018 to present
S6 2.9 TFSI quattro2894 cc V6 twin-turbopetrol331 kW (450 PS)quattro, 2019 to present
RS6 Avant 4.0 TFSI quattro3996 cc V8 twin-turbopetrol441 kW (600 PS)quattro, 2019 to present
A6 50 TFSI e quattro1984 cc I4 turbo + 143 hp electric motor + 17.9 kWh batteryphev220 kW (299 PS)quattro, 2021 to present
A6 55 TFSI e quattro1984 cc I4 turbo + 143 hp electric motor + 14.1 kWh batteryphev270 kW (367 PS)quattro, 2019 to present
A6 35 TDI1968 cc I4 turbodiesel120 kW (163 PS)2019 to present
A6 40 TDI quattro1968 cc I4 turbodiesel150 kW (204 PS)quattro, 2018 to present
A6 45 TDI quattro2967 cc V6 turbodiesel170 kW (231 PS)quattro, 2018 to present
A6 50 TDI quattro2967 cc V6 turbodiesel210 kW (286 PS)quattro, 2018 to present
S6 3.0 TDI quattro / A6 55 TDI quattro (Allroad)2967 cc V6 turbodiesel257 kW (349 PS)quattro, 2019 to present

Source: Audi A6, en.wikipedia.org.

Performance

VariantPower0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h)Top speed
A6 45 TFSI quattro180 kW (245 PS)6 s
A6 55 TFSI quattro250 kW (340 PS)5.1 s
S6 2.9 TFSI quattro331 kW (450 PS)4.4 s
RS6 Avant 4.0 TFSI quattro441 kW (600 PS)3.6 s
A6 50 TFSI e quattro220 kW (299 PS)6.2 s
A6 55 TFSI e quattro270 kW (367 PS)5.6 s
A6 35 TDI120 kW (163 PS)9.3 s
A6 40 TDI quattro150 kW (204 PS)7.6 s
A6 45 TDI quattro170 kW (231 PS)6.3 s
A6 50 TDI quattro210 kW (286 PS)5.5 s
S6 3.0 TDI quattro / A6 55 TDI quattro (Allroad)257 kW (349 PS)5 s

Source: Audi A6, en.wikipedia.org.

Dimensions

Length4,939 to 4,995 mm
Width1,886 to 1,951 mm
Height1,445 to 1,467 mm
Wheelbase2,924 to 2,928 mm
Kerb weight1,715 to 2,175 kg

Source: Audi A6 C8, de.wikipedia.org.

Body styles & production

Body stylesLimousine, Kombi
Produced2018–2023

Trim levels

PremiumPremium PlusTechnikS line

Factory colours

Cerise MetallicBrillantschwarzAmethystgrau PearlIndigo MetallicBrillantblauTornado RedAluminum Silver MetallicSmaragdgruen PearlEmerald PearlNogaro Blue PearlPearl Escent WhiteMing Blue MicaSamatblauCasablancaweissVulkanschwarz PearlRubin Red PearlEuropeanblau PearlEuropa Blue MicaPelican Blue MetallicTitanium Gray Metallic

History & notable variants

The A6 C8 received a mid-cycle refresh in 2021, introducing new exterior styling elements such as redesigned headlights and taillights. Notable performance variants include the S6 and RS 6 models, with the latter being particularly acclaimed for its high-performance capabilities. The model has been well-received by automotive critics, earning several awards including World Car of the Year nominations.

Reliability & owner notes