Audi RS3 8V Facelift Saloon

Audi RS3 8V Facelift Saloon — Wheel Fitment & Specs

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 1996–present
TL;DR — The Audi RS3 8V Facelift Saloon (1996–present) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~8J–8.5J wheels at ET32–ET42.

Overview

The Audi RS3 is a high-performance variant of the A3 Sportback, introduced in 2011 as part of the second generation Audi A3. It features a powerful 5-cylinder engine and advanced technology to deliver exceptional performance while maintaining Audi's reputation for quality and engineering excellence.

Wheel fitment

Bolt pattern (PCD)5x112
Centre bore57.1 mm
Bolt / threadM14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque120 Nm
Seat typeradius
Factory setupsquare
TPMSindirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front8J–8.5JET32–ET42

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

~8,548 Audi RS3 licensed on UK roads — top 15% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 8,548 Audi RS3 on UK roads, placing it in the top 15% 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
(S3) 1.8 20vT1781 cc I4 turbopetrol210 hpquattro
1.8 20vT1781 cc I4 turbopetrol150 hpFWD|AWD
1.6 8v1595 cc I4petrol102 hpFWD|AWD
1.9 8v TDI1896 cc I4 turbodiesel100 hpFWD|AWD

Performance

VariantPower0–62 mphTop speed
1.6 8v102 hp10.9 s189 mph
1.8 20vT150 hp8.2 s217 mph
(S3) 1.8 20vT210 hp6.8 s238 mph
1.9 8v TDI100 hp11 s188 mph

Dimensions

Length4152 mm
Width1735 mm
Height1423 mm
Wheelbase2513 mm
Kerb weight1150 kg

Body styles & production

Body stylesSportback
Produced1996–present

Trim levels

Sportback

History & notable variants

In 2011, Audi launched the RS3 Sportback, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s high-performance lineup. The car was designed to offer both impressive power and efficiency, featuring a turbocharged 5-cylinder engine that delivers robust performance with an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

Reliability & owner notes