Audi A8 wheel fitment — D2
Overview
The Audi A8 D2 is the first generation of Audi's full-size luxury sedan, manufactured from June 1994 to August 2002. It was developed on the Volkswagen Group D2 platform and introduced as a competitor to Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series. The car featured an innovative aluminum chassis known as the Audi Space Frame (ASF), which made it significantly lighter than its steel-bodied predecessors. Available in both short-wheelbase (SWB) and long-wheelbase (LWB) versions, the A8 D2 was offered with a range of petrol and diesel engines, including V6, V8, and W12 configurations. The S8 high-performance variant debuted in 1996, featuring an uprated 4.2-litre V8 engine and permanent all-wheel drive.
History & notable variants
Development on the D2 began in the early 1990s with Ferdinand Piëch's vision of a lightweight luxury sedan to compete against established rivals. The A8 was unveiled at the 1994 Geneva Auto Show, marking Audi’s entry into the full-size luxury segment. Notable updates included the addition of six airbags and electronic stability control in 1997. In 2001, a W12 engine variant became available for European markets, while North American customers received the S8 model.
Audi A8 wheel fitment
Everything below is what the fit-check uses for Audi A8 wheel fitment: the factory bolt spec first, then the width and offset window that clears the arches and the brakes on the Audi A8 D2.
| 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 | 7J–9.5J | ET15–ET50 |
Width and offset move together: roughly 8 to 10 ET more for every extra 1J keeps the wheel inside the arch. Final offset and any spacer come from the fit-check.
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive, years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 | 2,771 cc | petrol | 128 kW (174 PS) | FWD or AWD, 1994 to 1996 |
| 2.8 | 2,771 cc | petrol | 142 kW (193 PS) | FWD or AWD, 1996 to 2002 |
| 3.7 | 3,697 cc | petrol | 169 kW (230 PS) | FWD or AWD, 1995 to 1998 |
| 3.7 | 3,697 cc | petrol | 191 kW (260 PS) | FWD or AWD, 1998 to 2002 |
| 4.2 | 4,172 cc | petrol | 220 kW (300 PS) | quattro, 1994 to 1998 |
| 4.2 (L) | 4,172 cc | petrol | 228 kW (310 PS) | quattro, 1998 to 2002 |
| S8 | 4,172 cc | petrol | 250 kW (340 PS) | quattro, 1996 to 1999 |
| S8 | 4,172 cc | petrol | 265 kW (360 PS) | quattro, 1999 to 2002 |
| 6.0 W12 (L) | 5,998 cc | petrol | 309 kW (420 PS) | quattro, 2001 to 2002 |
| 2.5 TDI | 2,496 cc | diesel | 110 kW (150 PS) | FWD or AWD, 1997 to 2000 |
| 2.5 TDI | 2,496 cc | diesel | 132 kW (180 PS) | FWD or AWD, 2000 to 2002 |
| 3.3 TDI | 3,328 cc | diesel | 165 kW (224 PS) | AWD, 2000 to 2002 |
Source: Audi A8 D2, de.wikipedia.org.
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h) | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 | 128 kW (174 PS) | 9.1 to 10.2 s | |
| 2.8 | 142 kW (193 PS) | 8.4 to 10.1 s | |
| 3.7 | 169 kW (230 PS) | 8.7 to 9.1 s | |
| 3.7 | 191 kW (260 PS) | 8.1 to 8.6 s | |
| 4.2 | 220 kW (300 PS) | 7.3 s | |
| 4.2 (L) | 228 kW (310 PS) | 6.9 s | |
| S8 | 250 kW (340 PS) | 5.5 to 6.8 s | |
| S8 | 265 kW (360 PS) | 5.4 to 6.6 s | |
| 6.0 W12 (L) | 309 kW (420 PS) | 5.6 s | |
| 2.5 TDI | 110 kW (150 PS) | 9.9 to 11.1 s | |
| 2.5 TDI | 132 kW (180 PS) | 8.8 to 9.9 s | |
| 3.3 TDI | 165 kW (224 PS) | 8.2 s |
Source: Audi A8 D2, de.wikipedia.org.
UK popularity & demand
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 Audi A8 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.
Dimensions
| Length | 5,034 to 5,164 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,420 to 1,438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,880 to 3,010 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,460 to 1,950 kg |
Source: Audi A8 D2, de.wikipedia.org.
Body styles & production
| Body styles | Limousine |
| Produced | 1994–2002 |
| Units produced | 105,092 |
Factory colours
Trim levels
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Innovative aluminum chassis (ASF); Competitive with Mercedes-Benz and BMW in luxury segment
- Cons: Limited availability of W12 engine variant; Early models had reliability issues with some electronic components
- Common issues: Some early models experienced issues with the air conditioning system.