Audi S8 wheel fitment — D3 Facelift
Audi S8 wheel fitment
Audi S8 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 S8 D3 Facelift (2007–2011).
| 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 | 9J–10J | ET27–ET48 |
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.
Overview
The Audi S8 is a full-size luxury car produced by German automaker Audi AG, manufactured by Audi Sport GmbH at the Neckarsulm plant as part of Audi's high-performance S model range. It is the high-performance version of the Audi A8 and comes standard with quattro all-wheel drive. The first three generations were offered only in a short-wheelbase configuration until the fourth generation introduced both short and long-wheelbase options.
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive, years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 FSI | 2,773 cc | petrol | 154 kW (210 PS) | FWD, 2007 to 2010 |
| 3.0 (L) | 2,976 cc | 162 kW (220 PS) | FWD, 2003 to 2005 | |
| 3.2 FSI (L) | 3,123 cc | petrol | 191 kW (260 PS) | FWD or AWD, 2005 to 2010 |
| 3.7 | 3,697 cc | 206 kW (280 PS) | quattro, 2002 to 2006 | |
| 4.2 (L) | 4,172 cc | 246 kW (335 PS) | quattro, 2002 to 2006 | |
| 4.2 FSI (L) | 4,163 cc | petrol | 257 kW (350 PS) | quattro, 2006 to 2010 |
| S8 | 5,204 cc | 331 kW (450 PS) | quattro, 2006 to 2010 | |
| 6.0 W12 (L) | 5,998 cc | 331 kW (450 PS) | quattro, 2003 to 2010 | |
| 3.0 TDI (L) | 2,967 cc | diesel | 171 kW (233 PS) | quattro, 2003 to 2010 |
| 4.0 TDI (L) | 3,936 cc | diesel | 202 kW (275 PS) | quattro, 2003 to 2005 |
| 4.2 TDI (L) | 4,134 cc | diesel | 240 kW (326 PS) | quattro, 2005 to 2010 |
Source: Audi A8 D3, de.wikipedia.org.
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h) | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 FSI | 154 kW (210 PS) | 8 s | |
| 3.0 (L) | 162 kW (220 PS) | 7.9 s | |
| 3.2 FSI (L) | 191 kW (260 PS) | 7.7 s | |
| 3.7 | 206 kW (280 PS) | 7.3 s | |
| 4.2 (L) | 246 kW (335 PS) | 6.3 s | |
| 4.2 FSI (L) | 257 kW (350 PS) | 6.1 s | |
| S8 | 331 kW (450 PS) | 5.1 s | |
| 6.0 W12 (L) | 331 kW (450 PS) | 5.1 s | |
| 3.0 TDI (L) | 171 kW (233 PS) | 7.8 s | |
| 4.0 TDI (L) | 202 kW (275 PS) | 6.7 s | |
| 4.2 TDI (L) | 240 kW (326 PS) | 5.9 s |
Source: Audi A8 D3, de.wikipedia.org.
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.
With that many on the road, Audi S8 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 D2 generation (1996-2003) featured a 4.2L V8 engine, followed by the D3 generation (2006-2010) with a modified Lamborghini V10 for better fuel efficiency. The D4 generation (2012-2018) saw significant performance enhancements and introduced the S8 Plus variant in 2016. The fourth-generation D5 was planned to start production around 2019–2020, offering both short and long-wheelbase versions.
Dimensions
| Length | 5,062 to 5,192 mm |
| Width | 1,894 mm |
| Height | 1,424 to 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,944 to 3,074 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,670 to 1,995 kg |
Source: Audi A8 D3, de.wikipedia.org.
Body styles & production
| Body styles | Limousine |
| Produced | 2007–2011 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: High-performance V8 and V10 engines, advanced quattro all-wheel drive system, luxurious interior, strong build quality
- Cons: Expensive, high fuel consumption, limited practicality due to size