Audi SQ8 e-tron GE

Audi SQ8 e-tron GE — Wheel Fitment & Specs

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2018–present
TL;DR — The Audi SQ8 e-tron GE (2018–present) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~160 Nm. It accepts ~8.5J–10.5J wheels at ET0–ET25.

Overview

The Audi Q8 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV coupé made by Audi, launched in 2018 as the flagship of the Audi SUV line. It is produced at the Volkswagen Bratislava Plant and shares its MLB Evo platform with other high-end vehicles like the Lamborghini Urus and Bentley Bentayga. The Q8 features a distinctive octagonal grille, full-laser headlamps, and an advanced interior design including three touch screens and a virtual cockpit system.

Wheel fitment

Bolt pattern (PCD)5x112
Centre bore66.6 mm
Bolt / threadM14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque160 Nm
Seat typeradius
Factory setupsquare
Tyre pressure35.5 psi
Brakessteel
TPMSindirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front8.5J–10.5JET0–ET25

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

~1,362 Audi SQ8 licensed on UK roads — top 28% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 1,362 Audi SQ8 on UK roads, placing it in the top 28% 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

VariantEngineFuelPowerDrive
RS Q83996 cc twin-turbo V8petrol470 hpquattro
RS Q8 Performance3996 cc twin-turbo V8petrol470 hpquattro
60 TFSI e2995 cc V6 + AC induction motor & 17.3 kWh batteryhybrid456 hpquattro
SQ8 TFSI3996 cc twin-turbo V8petrol441 hpquattro
SQ8 TDI3956 cc V8diesel429 hpquattro
55 TFSI e2995 cc V6 + AC induction motor & 17.3 kWh batteryhybrid381 hpquattro
55 TFSI quattro2995 cc V6petrol340 hpquattro
50 TDI quattro2967 cc V6diesel286 hpquattro
45 TDI quattro2967 cc V6diesel210 hpquattro

Performance

VariantPower0–62 mphTop speed
55 TFSI quattro340 hp5.6 s130 mph
SQ8 TFSI441 hp4.1 s150 mph
RS Q8470 hp3.8 s155 mph
RS Q8 Performance470 hp3.4 s155 mph
45 TDI quattro210 hp6.3 s145 mph
50 TDI quattro286 hp5.4 s152 mph
SQ8 TDI429 hp4.8 s155 mph
55 TFSI e381 hp5.8 s149 mph
60 TFSI e456 hp5.4 s149 mph

Dimensions

Length4986 mm
Width1995 mm
Height1705 mm
Wheelbase2995 mm
Kerb weight2145 kg

Body styles & production

Body stylescoupe SUV
Produced2018–present

Trim levels

S LineSportVorsprung

Factory colours

Mythosschwarz PearlPure WhiteNavarra Blue MetallicOrca Black MetallicGletscherweiss PearlPlasmablau MetallicSamurai Gray MetallicBlackVicuna Beige MetallicUltrablau MetallicDaytona Gray PearlSiambeige MetallicFlorett Silver MetallicAscari Blue MetallicManhattan Gray MetallicGalaxisblau MetallicMatador Red MetallicDrachenorange MetallicBarrel Brown MetallicChronosgrau Pearl Metallic

History & notable variants

The concept of the Audi Q8 was unveiled in 2017 at the North American International Auto Show and Geneva Motor Show. It went on sale in Europe in July 2018 with petrol and diesel engines, followed by plug-in hybrid models starting from 2020. A facelift for the 2024 model year was unveiled in September 2023, introducing subtle exterior changes and new technology features.

Reliability & owner notes