Audi A8 D4 Facelift

Audi A8 D4 Facelift — Wheel Fitment & Specs

TL;DR — The Audi A8 D4 Facelift (1994–2026) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~7J–10J wheels at ET15–ET45.

Overview

The Audi A8 D4 Facelift is the third generation of the full-size luxury sedan, manufactured by Audi AG from 2009 to 2017. Built on the Volkswagen Group MLB platform and produced at the Neckarsulm factory in Germany, it succeeded the D3 model. This generation introduced significant changes including a revised exterior design, enhanced interior features, and improved technology integration. The A8 D4 Facelift was positioned as a direct competitor to luxury sedans like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series.

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
Front7J–10JET15–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

~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
W12 6.0L5.998 L W12petrol420 hpQuattro
S8 4.2L V84.172 L ABZ/AHC V8petrol360 hpQuattro
4.2L V84.172 L ABZ/AHC V8petrol300 hpQuattro
3.7L V83.697 L V8petrol250 hpFWD|AWD
3.3L V8 TDI3.328 L V8 TDIdiesel225 hpQuattro
2.8L V62.771 L AAH SOHC V6petrol193 hpFWD|AWD
3.0L V6 TDI2.996 L V6 TDIdiesel180 hpQuattro

Performance

VariantPower0–62 mphTop speed
2.8L V6193 hp8.4 s147 mph
3.7L V8250 hp8.7 s154 mph
4.2L V8300 hp6.9 s156 mph
S8 4.2L V8360 hp5.4 s156 mph
W12 6.0L420 hp5.8 s156 mph
3.0L V6 TDI180 hp8.8 s141 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

Trim levels

quattroTDI

History & notable variants

The Audi A8 D4 Facelift underwent notable development with an emphasis on technological advancements and aesthetic refinements. It received updates in its mid-life cycle, including revised front and rear styling elements, upgraded interior materials, and enhanced infotainment systems. The high-performance variant, the S8, was also updated to maintain its status as a top-tier luxury performance sedan.

Reliability & owner notes