Audi S8 wheel fitment — D2
Overview
The Audi S8 (D2) is a full-size luxury car produced by the German automaker Audi AG, manufactured by Audi Sport GmbH at the Neckarsulm plant from 1996 to 2003. It is the high-performance version of the Audi A8 and was offered with a short-wheelbase only during this generation. The S8 (D2) features a 4.2-liter V8 engine, which received an update in power output in 1999.
Audi S8 wheel fitment
Audi S8 wheel fitment for the Audi S8 D2 (1996–2003): the factory PCD, centre bore and bolt spec, then the aftermarket width and offset window we fit to.
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x112 |
| Centre bore | 57.1 mm |
| Bolt / thread | M14x1.5 (bolts) |
| Wheel-bolt torque | 120 Nm |
| Seat type | radius |
| Factory setup | square |
| TPMS | indirect |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 8J–9J | ET33–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 949 Audi S8 on UK roads, placing it in the top 31% of car models by volume across our fitment database.
That makes Audi S8 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
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 L V8 TFSI (Plus) | Volkswagen-Audi 4.0L V8 TFSI | petrol | 605 hp | quattro |
| 4.0 L V8 TFSI (mild hybrid) | Volkswagen-Audi 4.0L V8 TFSI mild hybrid | petrol | 563 hp | quattro |
| 4.0 L V8 TFSI | Volkswagen-Audi 4.0L V8 TFSI | petrol | 520 hp | quattro |
| 5.2 L V10 FSI | Volkswagen-Audi 5.2L V10 FSI | petrol | 450 hp | quattro |
| 4.2 L V8 (updated) | Volkswagen-Audi 4.2L V8 | petrol | 369 hp | quattro |
| 4.2 L V8 | Volkswagen-Audi 4.2L V8 | petrol | 340 hp | quattro |
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0–62 mph | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 L V8 | 340 hp | 6.2 s | 155 mph |
| 4.2 L V8 (updated) | 369 hp | 5.6 s | 155 mph |
| 5.2 L V10 FSI | 450 hp | 5.1 s | 155 mph |
| 4.0 L V8 TFSI | 520 hp | 3.6 s | 155 mph |
| 4.0 L V8 TFSI (Plus) | 605 hp | 3.3 s | 190 mph |
Dimensions
| Kerb weight | 1730,1845 kg |
Body styles & production
| Body styles | Saloon |
| Produced | 1996–2003 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The first generation Audi S8 (D2), produced from 1996 to 2003, was updated in 1999 with increased power and improved performance metrics. Notably, the car appeared as a protagonist's vehicle in the film 'Ronin'.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: High-performance V8 engine; standard quattro all-wheel drive system
- Cons: Heavier than its predecessor; limited to short-wheelbase only