Audi A8 D2

Audi A8 D2 — Wheel Fitment & Specs

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 1994–2026
TL;DR — The Audi A8 D2 (1994–2026) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~7J–9.5J wheels at ET15–ET50.

Overview

The Audi A8 D2 is the first generation of Audi's full-size luxury sedan, produced from June 1994 to August 2002. It was manufactured in Neckarsulm, Germany and marked a significant shift for Audi as it introduced the revolutionary Audi Space Frame (ASF) technology using an all-aluminum monocoque construction. This generation succeeded the Audi V8 and featured both front-wheel drive and quattro permanent four-wheel drive options. The A8 D2 was available in short-wheelbase (SWB) and long-wheelbase (LWB) variants, competing with luxury sedans like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series.

Wheel fitment

Bolt pattern (PCD)5x112
Centre bore57.1 mm
Bolt / threadM14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque120 Nm
Seat typeradius
Factory setupsquare
TPMSindirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front7J–9.5JET15–ET50

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

~9,653 Audi A8 licensed on UK roads — top 14% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 9,653 Audi A8 on UK roads, placing it in the top 14% 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

VariantEngineFuelPowerDrive
6.0L W12Volkswagen Group W-12 enginepetrol420 hpQuattro
4.2L V8 (S8)ABZ/AHC 32v V8petrol340 hpQuattro
4.2L V8ABZ/AHC 32v V8petrol300 hpQuattro
3.7L V8Volkswagen-Audi V8 enginepetrol230 hpQuattro
3.3L V8 TDITDI 32v V8diesel225 hpQuattro
2.8L V6ALG/AMX 30v V6petrol193 hpRWD
2.8L V6AAH SOHC V6petrol174 hpRWD
2.5L V6 TDITDI 30v V6diesel150 hpQuattro

Performance

VariantPower0–62 mphTop speed
2.8L V6174 hp9.1 s142 mph
2.8L V6193 hp8.4 s147 mph
3.7L V8230 hp8.7 s154 mph
4.2L V8300 hp6.9 s156 mph
4.2L V8 (S8)340 hp5.6 s156 mph
6.0L W12420 hp5.8 s156 mph
2.5L V6 TDI150 hp9.9 s137 mph
3.3L V8 TDI225 hp8.2 s149 mph

Dimensions

Length5138 mm
Width1880 mm
Height1438 mm
Wheelbase2882 mm
Kerb weight1630 kg

Body styles & production

Body stylesSaloon
Produced1994–2026
Units produced105,092

Trim levels

Audi A8Audi S8

History & notable variants

The development of the Audi A8 began in 1982 when Ferdinand Piëch signed an agreement with Alcoa to design a car that would be lighter than its competitors. The D2 generation was introduced at the 1994 Geneva Auto Show, marking the debut of the ASF technology. In 1996, Audi launched the high-performance S8 variant exclusively in Europe and later expanded it to North American markets. Notable updates included the addition of six interior airbags in 1997 and the introduction of side curtain airbags in 1999. The A8 D2 also saw minor front-end restyling for the 2000 model year, including new headlights and grille design.

Reliability & owner notes