OEM wheel and tire fitment specs for the 2001 Audi S4, including bolt pattern (PCD), center bore diameter, thread size, rim diameter, rim width, wheel offset, and backspacing.
Recorded OEM specifications for the 2001 Audi S4, 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.
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Donor vehicles with overlapping OEM specs
These are vehicle-year records whose recorded OEM ranges overlap this 2001 Audi S4. Overlap is not a guarantee that a specific wheel will install. Selected-wheel comparison is in the calculator below.
Evaluated 152 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 1.67 mm, inner change 4.68 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.
Hub-centric rings of about 66.5 → 57.1 mm mm may be relevant if the wheel bore is larger than the hub; they cannot enlarge a smaller bore. Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change -2.68 mm, inner change -3.68 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.
Hub-centric rings of about 66.5 → 57.1 mm mm may be relevant if the wheel bore is larger than the hub; they cannot enlarge a smaller bore. Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change -0.67 mm, inner change -5.68 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 -1.67 mm, inner change -4.68 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 bore57.1 mm · same recorded hub figure
Wheel geometryOEM width/offset ranges overlap (not a specific wheel)
Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change -1.67 mm, inner change -4.68 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.
Audi S4 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 2001 Audi S4. Use Compare in calculator on a donor row above to fill the donor side of this same calculator.
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Tip: change values here to simulate custom wheels and immediately see the impact in the comparison below.
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2001 Audi S4
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Specification
Wheels from
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Result (Click it)
Bolt Pattern
The total number of bolt holes and the diameter of the circle they form.
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5x112
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
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
The wheel diameter in inches that determines which tire sizes will fit.
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17"
Rim Width
The distance between the inner edges of the wheel is measured in inches.
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7.5"
Wheel Offset
How far the wheel sits inward or outward relative to the hub mounting surface.
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45 mm
Backspacing
Shows how much space the wheel takes up toward the inside of the vehicle.
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Wheel Fasteners
The type of hardware used to secure the wheel to the vehicle.
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Compare Tires
Specification
Wheels from
Installed on
Result (Click it)
Section Width
The width of the tire from sidewall to sidewall, measured in millimeters.
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Aspect Ratio
The height of the tire’s sidewall expressed as a percentage of its width.
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Diameter
The wheel diameter for which the tire is designed to fit.
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Tire Pressure
The recommended air pressure for safe and efficient driving.
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Overall Diameter
The total height of the tire and wheel combined affects clearance and speedometer accuracy.
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Wheel Fitment Parts for the 2001 Audi S4
Example products matched to recorded thread, hub, or spacer dimensions. They are not verified fits. Confirm seat style, thickness, and clearance before ordering.
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tl;dr
2001 Audi S4 basics: 5x112, 57.1 center bore, M14x1.5 wheel bolts. Known OEM wheel spec on this page lists 18x7.5 ET45 with 5.52 in backspacing, and a 225/45R17 tire size. That tire size pairs with a 17 inch rim, so trims or packages may differ. Use the on-page calculator and your VIN, door placard, or owner’s manual to confirm what your car shipped with before buying.
Recommendation
Start from the OEM baseline below. Keep offset changes small and check both inner and outer clearance in the calculator. Match the 57.1 mm hub with hub-centric rings if your donor wheel bore is larger. Use M14x1.5 bolts that match the wheel’s seat type. Test fit, then torque properly and recheck after a short drive.
Known OEM fitment for 2001 Audi S4
Values listed are what we have for this page. They may vary by trim or package. Do not assume if your car differs. Confirm with the calculator and OEM sources.
Bolt pattern
5x112
Center bore
57.1 mm
Thread size
M14 x 1.5
Wheel diameter
18 in
Wheel width
7.5 in
Wheel offset
ET45 mm
Backspacing
5.52 in
Tire size
225/45R17
Note the wheel and tire diameters above do not match. Some cars may be on 17 inch wheels from factory. Verify your door placard and compare in the calculator before proceeding.
Impact of changing size or offset
Offset moves the wheel in or out. One millimeter of offset changes poke and inner clearance by one millimeter.
Wider wheels move both inner and outer lips. Half the width increase affects the strut side. The other half affects fender poke.
Bigger tires change overall diameter. The calculator updates tire diameter and shows speedometer change.
Backspacing rises with higher offset or width. More backspacing can hit struts or liners.
Smaller center bores will not fit. Larger bores need hub-centric rings to 57.1.
Risks and gotchas
Brake caliper clearance is not guaranteed by bolt pattern alone. Check spoke and barrel clearance with the calculator and a test fit.
Fender and liner rub can occur at full lock or compression. Inspect outer lip and inner liner with suspension loaded.
Mismatched bolt seat types cause loosening and vibration. Confirm the wheel seat and buy matching M14x1.5 hardware.
Hub bore mismatch without rings leads to vibration. Use rings to step down to 57.1 mm when needed.
Incorrect tire diameter affects gearing, speedometer, and ABS logic. Keep the calculator’s delta small and measurable.
Do not rely on guesses for torque. Use an accurate torque wrench and a clean, dry interface.
How to use the calculator on wheelinterchange.com
1. Confirm your baseline
Select Installed on: 2001 Audi S4.
If your door placard shows a different wheel or tire, edit the custom sizes to match your actual baseline.
2. Load a donor wheel
Pick Wheels from: the donor vehicle, or enter a custom wheel size.
Enter wheel width and offset. The tool shows inner and outer position change.
3. Adjust tire size
Set a custom tire size if you are upsizing or downsizing.
Watch overall diameter and speedometer change. Keep differences conservative for street use.
4. Check clearances
Review inner clearance to strut and liner.
Check outer poke to fender edge. Aim for safe margins in both directions.
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.