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Audi S4 wheel fitment — B5

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 1997–2002
Quick answer on Audi S4 wheel fitment: The Audi S4 B5 (1997–2002) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~140 Nm. It accepts ~6.5J–8.5J wheels at ET24–ET45.

Audi S4 wheel fitment

Audi S4 wheel fitment comes down to two things: the factory hub spec, and how far the aftermarket width and offset can move from it. Both are here for the Audi S4 B5 (1997–2002).

Bolt pattern (PCD)5x112
Centre bore57.1 mm
Bolt / threadM14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque140 Nm
Seat typeradius
Factory setupsquare
TPMSindirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front6.5J–8.5JET24–ET45

Width and offset move together: roughly 8 to 10 ET more for every extra 1J keeps the wheel inside the arch. Final offset and any spacer come from the fit-check.

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Overview

The Audi S4 is the high-performance variant of Audi's compact executive car, the Audi A4. The original S4 was built from 1991 to 1994 as a performance-oriented version of the Audi 100 sedan. Starting with the B5 platform in 1997, all subsequent generations have been based on the A4. Each generation has featured more powerful engines, upgraded brakes, firmer suspension, larger wheels, and distinctive styling compared to its mainstream counterparts. The S4 is manufactured at Audi's plant in Ingolstadt, Germany, and is available as a four-door sedan or five-door Avant (station wagon).

Engines & drivetrain

VariantEngineFuelPowerDrive, years
1.61,595 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol74 kW (101 PS)FWD, 1994 to 1997
1.61,595 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol74 kW (101 PS)FWD, 1997 to 2000
1.61,595 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol75 kW (102 PS)FWD, 2000 to 2001
1.81,781 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol92 kW (125 PS)FWD or quattro, 1994 to 2001
1.8 T1,781 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol110 kW (150 PS)FWD or quattro, 1995 to 2001
1.8 T1,781 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol132 kW (180 PS)FWD or quattro, 1997 to 2001
2.42,393 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol121 kW (165 PS)FWD or quattro, 1997 to 2001
2.62,598 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol110 kW (150 PS)FWD or quattro, 1994 to 1997
2.82,771 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol128 kW (174 PS)FWD or quattro, 1994 to 1997
2.82,771 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol142 kW (193 PS)FWD or quattro, 1996 to 2001
S42,671 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol195 kW (265 PS)quattro, 1997 to 2001
RS42,671 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol280 kW (381 PS)quattro, 2000 to 2001
RS4602,671 cc, Motorkenndatenpetrol338 kW (460 PS)quattro, 2000 to 2001
1.9 DI1,896 cc, Motorkenndatendiesel55 kW (75 PS)FWD
1.9 TDI1,896 cc, Motorkenndatendiesel66 kW (90 PS)FWD
1.9 TDI1,896 cc, Motorkenndatendiesel81 kW (110 PS)FWD or quattro
1.9 TDI1,896 cc, Motorkenndatendiesel85 kW (115 PS)FWD
1.9 TDI1,896 cc, Motorkenndatendiesel85 kW (115 PS)quattro
2.5 TDI2,496 cc, Motorkenndatendiesel110 kW (150 PS)FWD or quattro

Source: Audi A4 B5, de.wikipedia.org.

Performance

VariantPower0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h)Top speed
1.674 kW (101 PS)11.9 to 14.6 s
1.674 kW (101 PS)12.4 to 14.9 s
1.675 kW (102 PS)11.9 s
1.892 kW (125 PS)10.6 to 12.3 s
1.8 T110 kW (150 PS)8.4 to 9.6 s
1.8 T132 kW (180 PS)7.9 s
2.4121 kW (165 PS)8.4 to 10.4 s
2.6110 kW (150 PS)8.7 to 9.8 s
2.8128 kW (174 PS)8.2 s
2.8142 kW (193 PS)7.3 to 9.3 s
S4195 kW (265 PS)5.6 s
1.9 DI55 kW (75 PS)16.1 s
1.9 TDI66 kW (90 PS)13.5 to 14.6 s
1.9 TDI81 kW (110 PS)11.3 to 12.8 s
1.9 TDI85 kW (115 PS)10.5 to 11.9 s
1.9 TDI85 kW (115 PS)10.9 s
2.5 TDI110 kW (150 PS)9 to 10.4 s

Source: Audi A4 B5, de.wikipedia.org.

UK popularity & demand

~8,899 Audi S4 licensed on UK roads — top 15% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 8,899 Audi S4 on UK roads, placing it in the top 15% of car models by volume across our fitment database.

With that many on the road, Audi S4 wheel fitment is a spec fitters see constantly. We keep it current for that reason.

Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.

History & notable variants

The B5 generation of the Audi S4 was introduced in 1997 with factory production starting in October 1997. It featured a powerful 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 engine and advanced suspension systems, marking a significant step up from its predecessor. The model saw notable success in motorsports, particularly in the SpeedVision World Challenge where it won the GT title in 2001.

Dimensions

Length4,448 to 4,479 mm
Width1,733 to 1,799 mm
Height1,415 to 1,419 mm
Wheelbase2,607 to 2,617 mm
Kerb weight1,170 to 1,620 kg

Source: Audi A4 B5, de.wikipedia.org.

Body styles & production

Body styles4-door saloon/sedan, 5-door estate/wagon (Avant)
Produced1997–2002

Trim levels

B5

Factory colours

Ibis WhiteDaytona Gray PearlMoonlight Blue PearlMonsoon Gray MetallicGlacier White Pearl TricoatBrilliant BlackMythos Black MetallicFlorett Silver MetallicChronos Grey MetallicPhantom Black PearlNavarra Blue MetallicGlacier White TricoatIce Silver MetallicPure WhiteNogaro Blue PearlImola YellowMisano RedNardo GrayQuantum GreySepang Blue Pearl

Reliability & owner notes