
Audi S4 C4 — Wheel Fitment & Specs
Overview
The Audi S4 is the high-performance variant of Audi's compact executive car series, starting with the C4 generation in 1991 as a performance-oriented version of the Audi 100 sedan. It was produced until 1994 and then resumed production from 1997 onwards based on the A4 platform. The S4 features longitudinally oriented front-mounted engines, quattro all-wheel drive system with Torsen differential, upgraded brakes, firmer suspension, larger wheels, distinctive styling cues, and is available in saloon and Avant (estate) body styles.
Wheel fitment
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x112 |
| Centre bore | 57.1 mm |
| Bolt / thread | M14x1.5 (bolts) |
| Wheel-bolt torque | 125 Nm |
| Seat type | radius |
| Factory setup | square |
| TPMS | indirect |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 7J–7.5J | ET35–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 8,899 Audi S4 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
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L AAN turbo I5 | 2.2L turbocharged inline five-cylinder engine | petrol | 230 hp | quattro |
| 4.2L ABH V8 | 4.2L naturally aspirated V8 engine | petrol | 206 hp | quattro |
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0–62 mph | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L AAN turbo I5 | 230 hp | 6.2 s | 149 mph |
| 4.2L ABH V8 | 206 hp | 155 mph |
Dimensions
| Length | 4790 mm |
| Width | 1803 mm |
| Height | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1730 kg |
Body styles & production
| Body styles | Saloon, Avant |
| Produced | 1991–2025 |
Trim levels
History & notable variants
The first generation C4 S4 was introduced in 1991 as a performance version of the Audi 100 sedan. It featured a turbocharged inline-five engine and was discontinued after three years in 1994. The B5 generation, starting from 1997, marked a significant shift with a twin-turbo V6 engine and continued to evolve through subsequent generations, each competing against high-performance rivals like the BMW M3 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG variants.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: High-performance variant of Audi A4; Quattro all-wheel drive system
- Cons: Limited production run for the first generation (1991-1994)