2022 Audi SQ5 Wheel Interchange

2022 Audi SQ5 Wheel Fitment and Interchange Guide

1. Goal

You want wheels or tires that fit your 2022 Audi SQ5 safely, without rubbing or vibration. The challenge is balancing bolt pattern, center bore, offset, and overall diameter under real-world constraints. This page explains the trade-offs, shows you how to use the on-page calculator at wheelinterchange.com, and helps you validate a setup before you buy.

2. Prerequisites

• Confirm your specific trim and options. Wheel and tire specs can vary by package.
• Have your door-jamb tire label and owner’s manual for OEM references.
• Know that aftermarket wheels must match bolt pattern and support the center bore with rings if needed.
• Plan to check brake and fender clearance with a test fit.
• Use proper tools for safe installation and torque verification.

Helpful tools and supplies:

• 1/2 inch drive torque wrench for accurate tightening.
• 66.5 mm hub centric rings if your wheel bore is larger than 66.5 mm.
• M14 x 1.5 wheel bolts if you need different length or seat type. Verify seat style before purchase.
• M14 x 1.5 wheel hanger guide pin to support the wheel during mounting.

Known OEM fitment data on file

The values below are what we have recorded for at least one 2022 SQ5 configuration. Some trims or packages may differ. If a value seems inconsistent with your vehicle, use the on-page calculator and verify against your door-jamb label and Audi documentation.

Note the tire example lists a 20 inch diameter while the wheel example lists 19 inch. That may reflect multiple OEM packages. Check your door-jamb label to confirm the tire size delivered on your exact vehicle, then use the calculator to align wheel and tire choices.

3. Step by step

Follow this process to compare a donor set and dial in a custom fit for your 2022 Audi SQ5.

• Identify your baseline. Read your door-jamb label for the factory tire size on your vehicle. If you have the OEM wheel part number, note it as well.
• Open the calculator on this page. Set Installed on to 2022 Audi SQ5. If you are comparing a known donor set, select that vehicle under Wheels from.
• Adjust Custom wheel size. Enter rim diameter, width, and offset for the wheels you are considering. The tool will compute changes in backspacing and poke relative to your baseline.
• Adjust Custom tire size. Enter section width and aspect ratio. When you change rim diameter, the calculator updates the tire diameter comparison so you can see the impact on ride height and speedometer.
• Check bolt pattern and center bore. Your SQ5 uses 5x112 and a 66.5 mm hub. If the wheel center bore is larger, plan to use 66.5 mm hub-centric rings. If the bore is smaller, the wheel will not seat without machining.
• Evaluate offset and backspacing. Compare the calculator’s inner clearance and outer poke changes against your brake calipers and fender line. A straightedge and ruler can help you visualize changes on the vehicle.
• Confirm fastening hardware. The thread is M14 x 1.5. Verify seat type and bolt length for the chosen wheel. Do not mix seat styles. Use a guide pin for safe mounting.
• Plan a physical test fit. With the vehicle safely lifted, mount one front and one rear wheel. Rotate by hand. Turn the steering from lock to lock. Compress the suspension if possible to check clearance under load.
• Torque correctly. Tighten in a star pattern to the Audi-specified torque in your owner’s manual. Re-torque after a short drive.
• Address TPMS. If you change sensors or wheels, follow the Audi relearn process or use a compatible TPMS tool. Verify the light extinguishes after driving.

4. Validation

• Size consistency. Use the calculator to keep overall tire diameter within a small percentage of your baseline. Many shops aim to minimize speedometer error and avoid unnecessary changes to gearing or ABS behavior.
• Clearance. Confirm visible, measurable space to the strut, spring perch, brake caliper, fender liner, and bumper tab at full lock and over bumps. Do not rely on eyeballing alone.
• Load rating. Wheel and tire load indexes should meet or exceed Audi requirements for the SQ5. Your door-jamb label lists OE tire load index.
• Hub centricity. If the wheel bore exceeds 66.5 mm, install proper rings and recheck for zero vibration at highway speeds.
• Fastener engagement. Verify adequate thread engagement on all bolts. The tip of each bolt should not bottom against the hub.

5. Troubleshooting

• Vibration at 55 to 70 mph. Check for missing hub-centric rings, improper wheel balance, or mixed seat hardware. Install the correct rings and rebalance.
• Rubbing on turns or bumps. Use the calculator to reduce outer poke or inner backspacing. Consider a narrower tire or a different offset. Inspect liner contact points and clips.
• Steering pull after install. Confirm tire pressures match the door label. Check that left and right tire diameters are the same and that alignment is within spec.
• TPMS light on. Complete the relearn drive cycle or program the sensor IDs to the vehicle. Verify sensor frequency and compatibility.
• Bolts hard to start or too short. Confirm M14 x 1.5 thread, correct seat style, and proper shank length for the wheel design.

6. Wrap up

Fitting wheels to a 2022 Audi SQ5 is a balancing act of pattern, hub size, offset, and tire diameter. Use the wheelinterchange.com calculator to model changes against your exact vehicle, then validate with a careful test fit. Where data differs by trim, rely on the door-jamb label and Audi documentation for final confirmation. Take your time, measure twice, and you will land on a setup that feels right and drives safely.