Audi SQ5 wheel fitment — 8R
Overview
The Audi Q5 first generation (Typ 8R) is a compact luxury crossover SUV produced by Audi from July 2008 to 2017. It was the third member of the B8 family, following the A5 and fourth-generation A4, all based on the Volkswagen Group MLB platform. The Q5 features front-engine, front-wheel drive or quattro permanent four-wheel-drive configurations. Early models included petrol engines like the 3.2 FSI V6 and diesel options such as the 2.0 TDI I4 and 3.0 TDI V6. It was unveiled at the Beijing Auto Show in 2008, with production starting in October 2008 for Europe and early 2009 for North America.
Audi SQ5 wheel fitment
Start with the hub. The Audi SQ5 8R spec table gives the bolt pattern and bore; the second table is the aftermarket window for Audi SQ5 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 |
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.
UK popularity & demand
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.
With that many on the road, Audi SQ5 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.
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive, years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 TFSI | 1,984 cc, CDNB, CNBC, CNCB, CDZA | petrol | 132 kW (180 PS) | quattro, 2009 to present |
| 2.0 TFSI | 1,984 cc, CDNC, CPMA, CADA, CAEB | petrol | 155 kW (211 PS) | quattro, 2008 to 2012 |
| 2.0 TFSI | 1,984 cc, CNCD | petrol | 165 kW (225 PS) | quattro, 2012 to 2015 |
| 2.0 TFSI | 1,984 cc, CNCE | petrol | 169 kW (230 PS) | quattro, 2015 to present |
| 3.2 FSI | V-Bauart, 3,197 cc, CALB | petrol | 199 kW (270 PS) | quattro, 2009 to 2012 |
| 3.0 TFSI | V-Bauart, 2,995 cc, CTUC, CTVA | petrol | 200 kW (272 PS) | quattro, 2012 to 2015 |
| SQ5 TFSI | V-Bauart, 2,995 cc, CTUD, CTXA | petrol | 260 kW (333 PS) | quattro, 2013 to 2017 |
| 2.0 TDI | VW EA189, 1,968 cc | diesel | 105 kW (143 PS) | FWD or AWD, 2009 to 2013 |
| 2.0 TDI | VW EA288, 1,968 cc | diesel | 110 kW (150 PS) | FWD or AWD, 2013 to present |
| 2.0 TDI | VW EA288, 1,968 cc | diesel | 120 kW (163 PS) | quattro, 2014 to present |
| 2.0 TDI | VW EA189, 1,968 cc | diesel | 125 kW (170 PS) | quattro, 2008 to 2012 |
| 2.0 TDI | VW EA189, 1,968 cc | diesel | 130 kW (177 PS) | quattro, 2011 to 2014 |
| 2.0 TDI | VW EA288, 1,968 cc | diesel | 140 kW (190 PS) | quattro, 2014 to present |
| 3.0 TDI | VW EA896, 2,967 cc | diesel | 176 kW (240 PS) | quattro, 2008 to 2012 |
| 3.0 TDI | VW EA896G2, 2,967 cc | diesel | 180 kW (245 PS) | quattro, 2011 to 2014 |
| 3.0 TDI | VW EA896G2, 2,967 cc | diesel | 190 kW (258 PS) | quattro, 2013 to present |
| SQ5 TDI | VW EA896G2, 2,967 cc | diesel | 230 kW (313 PS) | quattro, 2012 to 2015 |
| SQ5 TDI competition | VW EA896G2, 2,967 cc | diesel | 240 kW (326 PS) | quattro, 2015 to present |
| SQ5 TDI plus | VW EA896G2, 2,967 cc | diesel | 250 kW (340 PS) | quattro, 2015 to present |
Source: Audi Q5 8R, de.wikipedia.org.
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h) | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 TFSI | 132 kW (180 PS) | 8.2 to 8.5 s | |
| 2.0 TFSI | 155 kW (211 PS) | 7.2 to 7.6 s | |
| 2.0 TFSI | 165 kW (225 PS) | 7.1 to 7.4 s | |
| 2.0 TFSI | 169 kW (230 PS) | 6.9 s | |
| 3.2 FSI | 199 kW (270 PS) | 6.9 s | |
| 3.0 TFSI | 200 kW (272 PS) | 5.9 s | |
| SQ5 TFSI | 260 kW (333 PS) | 5.3 s | |
| 2.0 TDI | 105 kW (143 PS) | 10.8 to 11.4 s | |
| 2.0 TDI | 110 kW (150 PS) | 10.8 to 10.9 s | |
| 2.0 TDI | 120 kW (163 PS) | 9.7 s | |
| 2.0 TDI | 125 kW (170 PS) | 9.9 s | |
| 2.0 TDI | 130 kW (177 PS) | 9 to 9.3 s | |
| 2.0 TDI | 140 kW (190 PS) | 8.4 to 8.7 s | |
| 3.0 TDI | 176 kW (240 PS) | 6.5 s | |
| 3.0 TDI | 180 kW (245 PS) | 6.5 s | |
| 3.0 TDI | 190 kW (258 PS) | 6.2 s | |
| SQ5 TDI | 230 kW (313 PS) | 5.1 to 5.2 s | |
| SQ5 TDI competition | 240 kW (326 PS) | 5.1 s | |
| SQ5 TDI plus | 250 kW (340 PS) | 5.1 s |
Source: Audi Q5 8R, de.wikipedia.org.
Dimensions
| Length | 4,629 to 4,644 mm |
| Width | 1,880 to 1,911 mm |
| Height | 1,624 to 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,807 to 2,813 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,995 to 2,111 kg |
Source: Audi Q5 8R, de.wikipedia.org; EU type-approval data (EEA).
Body styles & production
| Body styles | 5-door SUV |
| Produced | 2012–2017 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The Q5 saw a facelift in 2012 which included redesigned front and rear lighting configurations, new engines offering higher output and efficiency. Notable variants include the SQ5 TDI introduced in 2013 featuring a powerful diesel engine paired with an eight-speed Tiptronic transmission and quattro all-wheel drive system.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Compact luxury SUV; Quattro all-wheel drive system
- Cons: Carbon buildup issues in secondary air injection system of the 3.2L FSI engine
- Common issues: Expensive repair for carbon buildup in secondary air injection system