OEM wheel and tire fitment specs for the 2011 Audi A3, including bolt pattern (PCD), center bore diameter, thread size, rim diameter, rim width, wheel offset, and backspacing.
2011 Audi A3 Fitment Specs
Baseline mounting dimensions used for interchange decisions.
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 2011 Audi A3
Results are evaluated from bolt pattern, center bore direction, OEM width/offset envelope, and lug hardware – not bolt pattern alone.
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.
2011 Audi A3 wheel fitment guide
tl;dr
Known OEM fitment for 2011 Audi A3: 5x112, 57.1 mm bore, M14 x 1.5 bolts, 16x6 ET50 wheel, 205/55R16 tire, backspacing 4.97 in.
Stick close to OEM unless you verify clearance with the calculator.
If changing sizes, keep overall tire diameter change small, about 3 percent.
Confirm bolt-seat type and torque in your owner manual or OEM service data.
Spec
Value
Bolt pattern
5x112
Center bore
57.1 mm
Thread size
M14 x 1.5
Rim size
16 x 6.0 in
Offset (ET)
50 mm
Backspacing
4.97 in
Tire size
205/55R16
Recommendation
I recommend you start from the OEM baseline, then model any change with the on-page calculator before buying. This avoids brake, fender, and hub issues.
Wheels from: set the donor wheel and tire you are considering.
Installed on: select 2011 Audi A3.
Use Custom wheel size and Custom tire size to test width, offset, and diameter changes. The tool updates overall tire diameter as you change rim diameter.
Aim to keep overall tire diameter within about 3 percent of OEM for speedometer and ABS behavior.
Check inner clearance to strut and spring, and outer poke relative to the fender.
Keep the center bore at 57.1 mm. Larger is acceptable with hub-centric rings. Smaller will not fit.
Threads must remain M14 x 1.5. Audi uses wheel bolts, not studs.
Unknowns like torque spec or bolt-seat style can vary by trim or market. Confirm in your owner manual or OEM service portal, or match to the markings on your current OEM wheel and bolts.
Impact
Offset change: lower ET pushes the wheel outward, higher ET pulls it inward. This changes inner clearance and fender poke.
Width change: half the added width goes inside, half outside, adjusted by offset. Verify both sides with the calculator.
Diameter change: larger overall diameter raises the car slightly and lowers indicated speed. Smaller does the opposite.
Hub bore and rings: using rings centers the wheel on the hub to reduce vibration.
Fastener seat type: correct seat contact prevents loosening and damage.
Risks and gotchas
Hub-centric fit: a wheel with a bore smaller than 57.1 mm will not seat. Larger bores need 57.1 mm rings to stay vibration free. Try: hub centric rings 57.1
Bolt-seat mismatch: many OEM Audi wheels use ball-seat bolts, some aftermarket use cone-seat. Match the bolt seat to the wheel. Try: M14x1.5 ball seat wheel bolts
Brake caliper clearance: spoke shape matters, not only offset. Always test fit and rotate the wheel by hand.
Spacer use: requires hub-centric spacers and longer M14 x 1.5 bolts with correct seat. Verify shank engagement.
TPMS: the car may use indirect or direct systems depending on market. Relearn may be needed after changes.
Torque: torque value can vary by wheel and trim. Use your owner manual spec and a calibrated wrench. Try: torque wrench 1/2 inch drive
Confirm your door-jamb tire label and owner manual against the OEM specs above.
Open the calculator on wheelinterchange.com. Set 2011 Audi A3 in Installed on.
Enter any candidate wheel in Wheels from. Adjust width, offset, and tire to model fit.
Check inner clearance and outer poke in the tool. Keep overall diameter change small, about 3 percent or less.
Ensure center bore 57.1 mm or use correct hub-centric rings.
Match bolt-seat type, thread M14 x 1.5, and confirm torque from OEM sources.
Test fit one corner. Spin by hand to confirm caliper clearance. Verify that the hub face sits flush.
Torque in a star pattern on clean, dry threads. Re-torque after 50 to 100 km.
If a spec you need is not listed here, do not guess. Use the on-page calculator to model geometry, then verify torque, bolt-seat, and TPMS details with the owner manual or an OEM service source before purchase.