Audi R8 42 — Wheel Fitment & Specs
Overview
The Audi R8 is a mid-engine, 2-seater sports car that uses Audi's trademark quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. Introduced by Audi AG in 2006 and manufactured exclusively by Audi Sport GmbH (formerly quattro GmbH) at the company’s 'aluminium site' in Neckarsulm, Germany. The first generation (Type 42) was based on the Audi Space Frame with an aluminium monocoque construction and featured V8 and V10 engine options. It received a facelift in 2012 and ended production in August 2015. The second generation (Type 4S), unveiled at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, is built on the Modular Sports System platform shared with the Lamborghini Huracán, offering V10 and e-Tron variants.
Wheel fitment
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x112 |
| Centre bore | 57.1 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 | 8.5J–11J | ET20–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.
UK popularity & demand
Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 3,085 Audi R8 on UK roads, placing it in the top 22% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.2 V10 Plus | V10 engine | petrol | 562 hp | Quattro |
| 5.2 FSI | V10 engine | petrol | 495 hp | Quattro |
| 4.2 FSI | V8 engine | petrol | 385 hp | Quattro |
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0–62 mph | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 FSI | 385 hp | 187 mph | |
| 5.2 FSI | 495 hp | 196 mph | |
| 5.2 V10 Plus | 562 hp | 3.2 s | 200 mph |
Body styles & production
| Body styles | Coupé, Convertible (Spyder) |
| Produced | 2006–2024 |
| Units produced | 44,430 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The R8 was inspired by the Lamborghini Gallardo but uses a different platform for its second generation. It debuted at the 2003 International Geneva Motor Show as a concept car before being officially launched in September 2006. The first-generation models included coupé and convertible (Spyder) variants, with high-performance GT and Motorsport versions introduced later. An all-electric version was planned but only reached production for the second generation model. In 2017, Audi released a limited edition V10 Plus 'Exclusive Edition' in the US featuring laser headlights.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Mid-engine design, quattro all-wheel drive system, high-performance V10 engine options
- Cons: Limited production numbers, expensive maintenance costs