Audi Q7 4M — Wheel Fitment & Specs
Overview
The Audi Q7 is a full-size luxury crossover SUV made by German manufacturer Audi, unveiled in September 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Production began in November 2005 at the Volkswagen Bratislava Plant in Slovakia. The first-generation Q7 was designed more for on-road use and utilized a modified version of the Volkswagen Group PL71 platform. It introduced several engine options including petrol V6, VR6, V8 engines, as well as diesel V6, V8, and the world's only series production passenger car V12 TDI diesel engine.
Wheel fitment
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x112 |
| Centre bore | 66.6 mm |
| Bolt / thread | M14x1.5 (bolts) |
| Wheel-bolt torque | 160 Nm |
| Seat type | radius |
| Factory setup | square |
| TPMS | indirect |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 7.5J–10J | ET16–ET55 |
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.
UK popularity & demand
Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 53,366 Audi Q7 on UK roads, placing it in the top 6% 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
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.9 TDI | 5934 cc V12 twin turbo | diesel | 500 hp | quattro |
| 4.2 FSI | 4163 cc V8 FSI | petrol | 350 hp | quattro |
| 4.2 TDi BTR | 4134 cc V8 turbo | diesel | 326 hp | quattro |
| 3.6 FSI | 3597 cc VR6 FSI | petrol | 280 hp | quattro |
| 3.0 TDI | 2967 cc V6 turbo | diesel | 240 hp | quattro |
| 3.0 TDI (early) | 2967 cc V6 turbo | diesel | 233 hp | quattro |
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0–62 mph | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 FSI | 280 hp | 8.5 s | |
| 4.2 FSI | 350 hp | 7.4 s | |
| 3.0 TDI | 240 hp | 8.4 s | 134 mph |
| 5.9 TDI | 500 hp | 5.5 s |
Dimensions
| Length | 5085 mm |
| Width | 1984 mm |
| Height | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3002 mm |
| Kerb weight | 2205 kg |
Body styles & production
| Body styles | SUV |
| Produced | 2005–present |
Trim levels
History & notable variants
The Q7 was Audi’s first SUV and went on sale in 2006. It faced notable issues including recalls due to emissions scandal affecting cars manufactured between 2009 and 2012, and complaints about potentially catastrophic engine failures and squealing brakes. Notable facelifts included the introduction of LED lighting, an 8-speed transmission, start/stop technology, and Audi Connect.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Luxurious interior, powerful engine options including V12 diesel, advanced safety features
- Cons: High fuel consumption, potential reliability issues with certain engines
- Common issues: Engine failures, squealing brakes