Audi A8 wheel fitment — D3 Facelift
Audi A8 wheel fitment
Audi A8 wheel fitment for the Audi A8 D3 Facelift (2005–2010): the factory PCD, centre bore and bolt spec, then the aftermarket width and offset window we fit to.
| 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 |
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.
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.
With that many on the road, Audi A8 wheel fitment is a spec fitters see constantly. We keep it current for that reason.
Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.
Overview
The Audi A8 D3 generation is a full-size luxury sedan manufactured by Audi from late 2002 to 2010. Built on the Volkswagen Group D3 platform, it succeeded the first-generation A8 and was introduced in Europe in November 2002 and in North America as a 2004 model year car. The D3 generation features an extended wheelbase compared to its predecessor, offering more space for four or five adult passengers depending on rear seat configuration. It continued Audi's tradition of using the lightweight Audi Space Frame (ASF) construction method, which was co-developed with Alcoa and debuted in the first A8 model.
Dimensions
| Length | 5,062 to 5,192 mm |
| Width | 1,894 mm |
| Height | 1,424 to 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,944 to 3,074 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,670 to 1,995 kg |
Source: Audi A8 D3, de.wikipedia.org.
Body styles & production
| Body styles | Limousine |
| Produced | 2005–2010 |
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive, years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 FSI | 2,773 cc | petrol | 154 kW (210 PS) | FWD, 2007 to 2010 |
| 3.0 (L) | 2,976 cc | 162 kW (220 PS) | FWD, 2003 to 2005 | |
| 3.2 FSI (L) | 3,123 cc | petrol | 191 kW (260 PS) | FWD or AWD, 2005 to 2010 |
| 3.7 | 3,697 cc | 206 kW (280 PS) | quattro, 2002 to 2006 | |
| 4.2 (L) | 4,172 cc | 246 kW (335 PS) | quattro, 2002 to 2006 | |
| 4.2 FSI (L) | 4,163 cc | petrol | 257 kW (350 PS) | quattro, 2006 to 2010 |
| S8 | 5,204 cc | 331 kW (450 PS) | quattro, 2006 to 2010 | |
| 6.0 W12 (L) | 5,998 cc | 331 kW (450 PS) | quattro, 2003 to 2010 | |
| 3.0 TDI (L) | 2,967 cc | diesel | 171 kW (233 PS) | quattro, 2003 to 2010 |
| 4.0 TDI (L) | 3,936 cc | diesel | 202 kW (275 PS) | quattro, 2003 to 2005 |
| 4.2 TDI (L) | 4,134 cc | diesel | 240 kW (326 PS) | quattro, 2005 to 2010 |
Source: Audi A8 D3, de.wikipedia.org.
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h) | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 FSI | 154 kW (210 PS) | 8 s | |
| 3.0 (L) | 162 kW (220 PS) | 7.9 s | |
| 3.2 FSI (L) | 191 kW (260 PS) | 7.7 s | |
| 3.7 | 206 kW (280 PS) | 7.3 s | |
| 4.2 (L) | 246 kW (335 PS) | 6.3 s | |
| 4.2 FSI (L) | 257 kW (350 PS) | 6.1 s | |
| S8 | 331 kW (450 PS) | 5.1 s | |
| 6.0 W12 (L) | 331 kW (450 PS) | 5.1 s | |
| 3.0 TDI (L) | 171 kW (233 PS) | 7.8 s | |
| 4.0 TDI (L) | 202 kW (275 PS) | 6.7 s | |
| 4.2 TDI (L) | 240 kW (326 PS) | 5.9 s |
Source: Audi A8 D3, de.wikipedia.org.
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The D3 generation was previewed by the Audi Avantissimo concept car at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show. This concept introduced several technologies that would later be available on the production version of the A8, including the Multi Media Interface (MMI), adaptive air suspension with continuously controlled damping, and bi-xenon headlights with static Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS). The development process for this generation was extensive, starting in 1996, with design work beginning in Ingolstadt in 1997. It featured a more driver-focused interior layout and advanced technology integration.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Advanced technology integration, spacious interior, lightweight construction
- Cons: No specific weaknesses mentioned in the reference
- Common issues: No reliability issues specified