What size wheels fit a Audi SQ5 8R?

Roughly 8.5J–9.5J (ET15–ET35).

How many Audi SQ5 are there on UK roads?

Approximately 13,655 Audi SQ5 are licensed in the UK, according to DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025).

Audi SQ5 8R — Wheel Fitment & Specs

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2008–present

TL;DR — The Audi SQ5 8R (2008–present) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~140 Nm. It accepts ~8.5J–9.5J wheels at ET15–ET35.

Overview

The Audi SQ5 8R is part of the first generation Audi Q5 series produced from 2008 to 2017. It is a compact luxury crossover SUV built on the Volkswagen Group MLB platform, manufactured in Ingolstadt, Germany and other international locations. The SQ5 TDI variant introduced in 2013 features enhanced performance with a powerful diesel engine and advanced quattro all-wheel drive system.

Wheel fitment

Bolt pattern (PCD)	5x112
Centre bore	66.6 mm
Bolt / thread	M14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque	140 Nm
Seat type	radius
Factory setup	square
TPMS	indirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

Position	Width	Offset
Front	8.5J–9.5J	ET15–ET35

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.

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UK popularity & demand

~13,655 Audi SQ5 licensed on UK roads — top 13% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 13,655 Audi SQ5 on UK roads, placing it in the top 13% 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
SQ5 TDI (313PS)	2967cc V6 twin turbocharged diesel	diesel	313 hp	quattro
3.0 TFSI quattro (272PS)	2995cc V6 supercharged	petrol	272 hp	quattro
3.2 FSI quattro	3197cc V6	petrol	270 hp	quattro
2.0 TFSI hybrid quattro	1984cc I4 turbo (petrol)	petrol	245 hp	quattro
3.0 TDI quattro	2967cc V6 turbo common rail	diesel	240 hp	quattro
2.0 TFSI quattro (225PS)	1984cc I4 turbo	petrol	225 hp	quattro
2.0 TFSI quattro (211PS)	1984cc I4 turbo	petrol	211 hp	quattro
2.0 TFSI quattro (180PS)	1984cc I4 turbo	petrol	180 hp	quattro
2.0 TDI quattro (170PS)	1968cc I4 turbo common rail	diesel	170 hp	quattro
2.0 TDI (143PS)	1968cc I4 turbo common rail	diesel	143 hp	quattro

Performance

Variant	Power	0–62 mph	Top speed
SQ5 TDI (313PS)	313 hp	5.1 s	155 mph

Dimensions

Length	4639 mm
Width	1880 mm
Height	1650 mm
Wheelbase	2807 mm
Kerb weight	1850 kg

Body styles & production

Body styles	SUV
Produced	2008–present

Trim levels

S lineSportback

History & notable variants

The Audi Q5 was unveiled at the Beijing Auto Show in 2008 and later at the Los Angeles Auto Show, marking its global debut. The SQ5 TDI variant debuted in 2013 as the first S model to feature a diesel engine, offering impressive performance with an acceleration time of 5.1 seconds from 0-62 mph (100 km/h). A facelift was introduced in 2012, enhancing both efficiency and output.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: Powerful diesel engine; Advanced quattro all-wheel drive system
Cons: Potential carbon buildup issues in the secondary air injection system of the 3.2L FSI engine
Common issues: Carbon buildup in secondary air injection system