2008 Audi A3 Wheel Interchange

OEM wheel and tire fitment specs for the 2008 Audi A3, including bolt pattern (PCD), center bore diameter, thread size, rim diameter, rim width, wheel offset, and backspacing.

2008 Audi A3 Fitment Specs

Baseline mounting dimensions used for interchange decisions.

Bolt Pattern5x112
Center Bore57.1 mm
Lug ThreadM14 x 1.5
OEM Wheel Sizes16" – 18"
OEM Widths6" – 7.5"
OEM Offset Range48 mm – 56 mm

Multiple OEM configurations exist for this vehicle. Fitment can vary by trim, brakes, and factory wheel package – confirm your exact setup before buying.

Wheels That Interchange With a 2008 Audi A3

Results are evaluated from bolt pattern, center bore direction, OEM width/offset envelope, and lug hardware – not bolt pattern alone.

Direct Fit

2007 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -1.17 mm, inner change -5.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2009 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -1.17 mm, inner change -5.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2006 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -1.17 mm, inner change -5.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2010 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -1.17 mm, inner change -5.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2011 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -1.17 mm, inner change -5.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2012 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -0.17 mm, inner change -6.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2013 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -0.17 mm, inner change -6.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2015 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -0.17 mm, inner change -6.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2016 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -0.17 mm, inner change -6.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2017 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -0.17 mm, inner change -6.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2018 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -0.17 mm, inner change -6.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2019 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -0.17 mm, inner change -6.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2020 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -0.17 mm, inner change -6.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2022 Audi A3

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change -0.17 mm, inner change -6.18 mm vs mid OEM).

2004 Audi A6

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change 7.18 mm, inner change -0.83 mm vs mid OEM).

2005 Audi A6

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change 7.18 mm, inner change -0.83 mm vs mid OEM).

2006 Audi A6

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change 7.18 mm, inner change -0.83 mm vs mid OEM).

2007 Audi A6

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change 7.18 mm, inner change -0.83 mm vs mid OEM).

2008 Audi A6

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change 7.18 mm, inner change -0.83 mm vs mid OEM).

2009 Audi A6

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change 7.18 mm, inner change -0.83 mm vs mid OEM).

2010 Audi A6

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change 7.18 mm, inner change -0.83 mm vs mid OEM).

1999 Audi A8

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change 7.18 mm, inner change -0.83 mm vs mid OEM).

2000 Audi A8

Direct Fit
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryCompatible with OEM envelope

Geometry within known OEM envelope (approx. outer change 7.18 mm, inner change -0.83 mm vs mid OEM).

Check Fitment

2023 Audi A3

Check Fitment
  • Bolt pattern5x112 · Match
  • Center bore57.1 mm · Match
  • Wheel geometryNot fully verified

Wheel width/offset data is incomplete.

Showing 24 of 134 evaluated donors. Same-model years are prioritized.

Audi A3 Years With Compatible Wheels

Only years with evidence-based interchange relationships are listed. Adjacent years are not assumed compatible.

Will Wheels From Another Vehicle Fit?

Compare a donor vehicle or custom wheel against this 2008 Audi A3.

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Specification
Wheels from
Installed on
Result (Click it)
Bolt Pattern
Bolt Pattern
The total number of bolt holes and the diameter of the circle they form.
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5x112
Center Bore
Center Bore
The hole in the center of the wheel that fits over the vehicle’s hub.
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57.1 mm
Thread Size
Thread Size
The size and spacing of the threads on the bolts or nuts that hold the wheel in place.
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M14 x 1.5
Rim Diameter
Rim Diameter
The wheel diameter in inches that determines which tire sizes will fit.
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16"
Rim Width
Rim Width
The distance between the inner edges of the wheel is measured in inches.
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6.0"
Wheel Offset
Wheel Offset
How far the wheel sits inward or outward relative to the hub mounting surface.
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50 mm
Backspacing
Backspacing
Shows how much space the wheel takes up toward the inside of the vehicle.
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Wheel Fasteners
Wheel Fasteners
The type of hardware used to secure the wheel to the vehicle.
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Wheel Fitment Parts for the 2008 Audi A3

Products below are matched to required fitment dimensions from our parts inventory. Confirm seat style, thickness, and clearance before ordering.

Lug Nuts / Wheel Bolts

M14 x 1.5

Wheel Adapters

5x112 · 57.1 mm hub

Directional bolt-pattern adapters. A spacer does not change PCD.

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Why These Wheels Fit

Wheel interchange depends on more than bolt pattern. Where data is available, this site compares:

  • Bolt pattern / PCD
  • Center bore direction (donor wheel bore must not be smaller than the hub)
  • Wheel diameter, width, and offset against known OEM ranges
  • Lug thread / hardware differences (vehicle-side hardware)

A normal wheel spacer does not change bolt pattern. Hub rings cannot enlarge a wheel bore that is smaller than the hub. Brake clearance and tire package fitment still require vehicle-specific checks when not confirmed in the dataset.

2008 Audi A3 Wheel Interchange and Fitment Guide

You want wheels that bolt up, clear the brakes, and drive safely. The problem is that small differences in offset, width, or center bore can cause rubbing, vibration, or damaged hardware. This page walks you through a repeatable process using the on-page calculator, with safety checks I use in the shop.

1. Goal

Find wheels and tires that fit a 2008 Audi A3 safely under real-world constraints. Use the calculator to compare a donor wheel to your car and validate clearances before you buy or install.

2. Prerequisites

Start with the best available baseline for your specific car. Trims and brake packages can vary, even within the same model year.

Spec Value Notes
Bolt pattern 5x112 Must match exactly.
Center bore 57.1 mm Donor wheel bore can be larger with rings. Not smaller.
Thread size M14 x 1.5 Match thread pitch. Match seat type to the wheel.
Rim diameter 16 in Factory equipment can vary by trim.
Rim width 6.0 in Factory equipment can vary by trim.
Wheel offset ET 50 mm May vary by trim. Validate on your VIN and calculator.
Backspacing 4.97 in Derived from width and offset. Used for inner clearance.
Tire size 205/55R16 Common OEM size. Your label may differ.

If any spec on your car differs, use your data instead. Check the driver door jamb label, your owner manual, and an OEM parts catalog. Your dealer can confirm by VIN if needed.

3. Step by step

We will compare a donor wheel to your A3 and validate fit under suspension travel and steering.

  • Open the calculator. Set Installed on to 2008 Audi A3.
  • Enter your current wheel and tire as the baseline. If unknown, you can start with the known values above, but confirm against your door label and OEM sources.
  • In Wheels from, enter the donor wheel specs. Include diameter, width, offset, bolt pattern, and center bore. If comparing tires, enter the donor tire size as well.
  • Use Custom wheel size to test alternative rims. Adjust diameter, width, and offset. The tool will recompute backspacing and track changes.
  • If you change rim diameter, the calculator updates tire diameter when you change tire size. Watch the overall tire diameter change and note speedometer impact.
  • Assess bolt pattern and hub:
    • Bolt pattern must be 5x112 for direct fit.
    • Center bore must seat on 57.1 mm. If the donor wheel bore is larger, plan hubcentric rings sized to 57.1 mm. Do not force a smaller bore.
    • Thread size must be M14x1.5. Match seat type to the wheel design.
  • Check inner clearance:
    • Compare backspacing and inner position versus baseline.
    • More inner position reduces clearance to strut, spring perch, and brake lines.
    • If inner clearance shrinks, consider a wheel with less positive offset, or a modest spacer with correct longer bolts and proper hubcentric support.
  • Check outer poke and fender clearance:
    • More outer position increases fender and liner contact risk.
    • Wider tires also add sidewall bulge. Use the tire comparison to see real change.
  • Brake caliper clearance:
    • Offset and spoke design both matter. The calculator handles position, not spoke shape.
    • When uncertain, test fit or request a brake clearance template from the wheel maker.
  • Overall tire diameter:
    • Keep diameter change modest to maintain speedometer and ABS behavior.
    • Use the calculator to view percent difference and evaluate wheel-arch clearance.

4. Validation

Before committing, validate with a physical check when possible.

  • Dry fit one front and one rear wheel without the tire, if available. Spin to check caliper and knuckle clearance.
  • Install with correct hubcentric support. The wheel must sit flat on the hub face.
  • Confirm proper bolt engagement with M14x1.5 hardware. Bolts should not bottom out and should clamp firmly.
  • Torque wheel bolts to the OEM spec from your owner manual. Recheck torque after a short drive.
  • With tires mounted, cycle steering lock-to-lock. Drive over a speed bump at low speed. Listen for contact and inspect liners and arms.

5. Troubleshooting

  • Vibration at highway speed:
    • Likely hubcentric issue or balance. Use 57.1 mm rings if the wheel bore is larger.
    • Verify wheel balance and tire uniformity. Inspect for bent rims.
  • Rubbing on the inner side:
    • Offset too high or wheel too wide. Try a lower offset option or a spacer with correct longer bolts and

      Nick Marchenko

      Automotive Expert