Audi RS3 8V Sportback side profile — Audi RS3 wheel fitment

Audi RS3 wheel fitment — 8V Sportback

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2015–2016
The Audi RS3 8V Sportback (2015–2016) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~8J–8.5J wheels at ET28–ET38. That is the short version of Audi RS3 wheel fitment; the full picture is below.

Overview

The Audi RS3 Sportback is a high-performance variant of the A3 Sportback, featuring a powerful 5-cylinder engine and advanced technology. Introduced in 2011, it marks a significant step up from standard models with its aggressive styling, enhanced aerodynamics, and superior performance capabilities.

Audi RS3 wheel fitment

Start with the hub. The Audi RS3 8V Sportback spec table gives the bolt pattern and bore; the second table is the aftermarket window for Audi RS3 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–8.5JET28–ET38

As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8 to 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 Audi RS3 wheel fitment a high-demand spec to keep in stock. It is one reason we track it 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 turbodiesel90 hpFWD|AWD

Performance

VariantPower0–62 mphTop speed
1.6 8v102 hp10.9 s118 mph
1.8 20vT150 hp8.2 s135 mph
(S3) 1.8 20vT210 hp6.8 s148 mph
1.9 8v TDI90 hp12.4 s113 mph

Dimensions

Length4152 mm
Width1735 mm
Height1423 mm
Wheelbase2513 mm
Kerb weight1150 kg

Body styles & production

Body stylesSportback
Produced2015–2016

Trim levels

Sportback

Factory colours

Mythosschwarz PearlGletscherweiss PearlDaytona Gray PearlVerde MantisKemora Gray MetallicFlorettsilber MetallicAscari Blue MetallicProgressivrot MetallicNano Gray MetallicPulse OrangePythongelb MetallicNardo GrayArkonaweiss

History & notable variants

The Audi RS3 Sportback was unveiled as a concept car in 2008 before entering production in 2011. It is designed to offer both impressive power output and environmental efficiency, showcasing Audi's commitment to developing high-performance vehicles that are also eco-friendly. The model features advanced suspension systems, lightweight materials, and powerful engines.

Reliability & owner notes