OEM wheel and tire fitment specs for the 2009 Audi Q5, including bolt pattern (PCD), center bore diameter, thread size, rim diameter, rim width, wheel offset, and backspacing.
Recorded OEM specifications for the 2009 Audi Q5, donor years with overlapping ranges, and a calculator to compare a selected wheel. Range overlap is not a guaranteed fit.
Multiple OEM configurations exist for this vehicle. Fitment can vary by trim, brakes, and factory wheel package – confirm your exact setup before buying.
Thread-only product links are shopping examples, not verified fits. Seat style is not confirmed here. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Donor vehicles with overlapping OEM specs
These are vehicle-year records whose recorded OEM ranges overlap this 2009 Audi Q5. Overlap is not a guarantee that a specific wheel will install. Selected-wheel comparison is in the calculator below.
Evaluated 95 donor years. Listed 24 eligible overlaps (not all evaluated years are compatible). Showing all listed.
Wheel geometryOEM width/offset ranges overlap (not a specific wheel)
Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change 6.18 mm, inner change 0.17 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.
Wheel geometryOEM width/offset ranges overlap (not a specific wheel)
Center-bore records disagree (donor year-level hub 66.6 mm vs trim range 66.5–66.5 mm). Unqualified overlap is not claimed until the conflict is resolved. Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change 6.18 mm, inner change 0.17 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.
Wheel geometryOEM width/offset ranges overlap (not a specific wheel)
Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change -6.18 mm, inner change -0.17 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.
Wheel geometryOEM width/offset ranges overlap (not a specific wheel)
Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change -1.17 mm, inner change -5.18 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.
OEM specs overlapOEM ranges overlap – confirm the specific wheel
Bolt pattern5x112 · Same recorded PCD
Center bore66.5 mm · same recorded hub figure
Wheel geometryOEM width/offset ranges overlap (not a specific wheel)
Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change -3.18 mm, inner change -3.18 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.
Audi Q5 Years With Compatible Wheels
Only years with evidence-based interchange relationships are listed. Adjacent years are not assumed compatible.
Compare a donor vehicle or custom wheel against this 2009 Audi Q5. Use Compare in calculator on a donor row above to fill the donor side of this same calculator.
Compare
Compare wheel compatibility between two vehicles
Wheels from (donor vehicle)
Selected Car:
Custom wheel size (optional)
Tip: change values here to simulate custom wheels and immediately see the impact in the comparison below.
Custom tire size (optional)
Installed on (your vehicle)
Selected Car:
2009 Audi Q5
Compare Rims
Specification
Wheels from
Installed on
Result (Click it)
Bolt Pattern
The total number of bolt holes and the diameter of the circle they form.
-
5x112
Center Bore
The hole in the center of the wheel that fits over the vehicle’s hub.
-
66.5 mm
Thread Size
The size and spacing of the threads on the bolts or nuts that hold the wheel in place.
-
M14 x 1.5
Rim Diameter
The wheel diameter in inches that determines which tire sizes will fit.
-
17"
Rim Width
The distance between the inner edges of the wheel is measured in inches.
-
8.0"
Wheel Offset
How far the wheel sits inward or outward relative to the hub mounting surface.
-
39 mm
Backspacing
Shows how much space the wheel takes up toward the inside of the vehicle.
-
-
Wheel Fasteners
The type of hardware used to secure the wheel to the vehicle.
-
-
Compare Tires
Specification
Wheels from
Installed on
Result (Click it)
Section Width
The width of the tire from sidewall to sidewall, measured in millimeters.
-
-
Aspect Ratio
The height of the tire’s sidewall expressed as a percentage of its width.
-
-
Diameter
The wheel diameter for which the tire is designed to fit.
-
-
Tire Pressure
The recommended air pressure for safe and efficient driving.
-
-
Overall Diameter
The total height of the tire and wheel combined affects clearance and speedometer accuracy.
-
-
Wheel Fitment Parts for the 2009 Audi Q5
Example products matched to recorded thread, hub, or spacer dimensions. They are not verified fits. Confirm seat style, thickness, and clearance before ordering.
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Product availability and pricing may change.
2009 Audi Q5 Wheel Fitment Guide
I am writing as your risk steward. You want clear answers without fluff. Let’s start with what is known, then work through the edge cases. We will use the wheelinterchange.com calculator where details vary.
1. Baseline
These are the confirmed OEM specs for the 2009 Audi Q5. If your trim or market differs, treat these as a starting point and verify with the on-page calculator and your owner’s manual.
Bolt pattern
5x112
Center bore
66.5 mm
Thread size
M14 x 1.5
Rim diameter
17 in
Rim width
7.0 in
Wheel offset (ET)
37 mm
Backspacing
4.96 in
Tire size
235/65R17
Other factory sizes may exist by package or region. If your door placard shows different values, use those as your baseline and compare them in the calculator.
2. Edge cases
Brake clearance can be tight with some spoke shapes. Diameter alone does not guarantee clearance.
Offset changes may push the wheel outward or inward. Fender lips and liners can rub under load.
Aftermarket wheels often have larger center bores. Hub-centric rings may be required to avoid vibration.
Fastener seat type can vary by wheel. Ball seat and cone seat are not interchangeable.
Spacers change both offset and fastener engagement. Bolts may need to be longer in some cases.
Tire overall diameter affects speedometer and clearance. Small changes can compound with offset changes.
Regional trims may have different brake packages. Caliper size affects spoke and barrel clearance.
3. Detection
Use the wheelinterchange.com calculator to compare a donor setup to your Q5. Set “Installed on” to 2009 Audi Q5. Enter the OEM baseline above. Then enter the donor or custom values.
Adjust rim width, diameter, and offset. Watch the change in inner clearance and outer poke.
Change tire section width and aspect ratio. The tool updates tire diameter for a fair comparison.
Look for red flags: reduced inner clearance, excessive poke, or large diameter changes.
Confirm physically before purchase when possible. Test fit a single wheel, spin it by hand, and check caliper, liner, and strut clearance at full lock and near full compression.
Measure hub to wheel bore difference. A simple digital caliper helps. Search digital caliper
Verify fastener thread and seat type on the wheel. Do not mix seat profiles.
Count turns of engagement on each bolt. Short engagement can strip under load.
4. Mitigations
Minor offset mismatch: a thin hub-centric spacer can recover inner clearance. Use hub-centric spacers and appropriate longer bolts when required.
Vibration from large aftermarket bores: add hub-centric rings sized to 66.5 mm at the hub. Select the wheel-side diameter to match the new wheel bore. Search hub-centric rings
Seat type mismatch: switch to correct seat bolts for the wheel. Thread remains M14 x 1.5. Length and seat profile must match your setup. Search M14x1.5 wheel bolts
Diameter drift after a rim change: use the calculator to select a tire profile that keeps overall diameter close to stock.
Install accuracy: use a quality torque wrench and re-torque after 50–100 km. Follow the factory torque spec in the manual. Search 1/2 inch torque wrench
5. Safe defaults
Start from the known OEM baseline shown above.
Keep tire diameter within about 2 percent of stock where possible.
Favor small offset changes. Aim for minimal inner clearance loss and limited outer poke.
Use hub-centric rings when wheel bore exceeds 66.5 mm.
Match fastener thread and seat type. Do not mix seat profiles.
Use hub-centric spacers only when needed, with proper bolt engagement.
If anything is unclear, test fit a single corner before committing.
6. Checklist
Confirm your door placard and service manual against the baseline.
Enter both setups in the wheelinterchange.com calculator. Note clearance and diameter changes.
Verify wheel center bore and plan rings if needed.
Confirm M14 x 1.5 fasteners and correct seat type for the wheel.
If using spacers, confirm hub-centric design and required bolt length.
Test fit, spin check, and turn lock-to-lock under light compression.
Torque to the factory spec using a calibrated tool and re-torque after a short drive.
Final note
Fitment can feel high stakes. With the baseline above and the calculator checks, most risks are manageable. Take small steps, verify each variable, and you will land on a confident setup.
Methodology and sources
Wheel interchange depends on more than bolt pattern. Where data is available, this site compares recorded OEM values:
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
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.
