Audi Q3: Wheel and Tire Guide
Audi Q3, Type 8U
This is the Wheel and Tire Guide for the Following Model:
"Audi Q3 / RS Q3".
Play Close Attention to the corresponding Notes and Cautions As Well As the
Comments in the Document.
Note
Inner diameter 57 mm, hole circle 112 mm, 5 wheel bolts,
tightening specification 140 Nm
Audi Q3 Type 8U, MY 2011-2015
2.0L TFSI, 147 kW
Note
- These are the tire/wheel combinations that are technically
possible for the vehicle.
- Check if the desired rims or wheel sizes are valid for the
affected vehicle.
- Always read the "General Information" for this. Refer to
→ Chapter "General Information".

1) Only with additional wheel covers. Refer to the Parts
Catalog.
XL = Extra Load, Reinforced
Spare Tire

Q3 Rims, Type 8U
Note
- These are the tire/wheel combinations that are technically
possible for the vehicle.
- Check if the desired rims sizes are valid for the affected
vehicle.
- Always read the "General Information" for this. Refer to
→ Chapter "General Information".
Always read the "General Information".
6.5 J x 16 Rim
Note
- Refer to the "Parts Catalog" for assistance to order the
correct rims.
- Pay attention when installing Audi original
accessories-wheels to the notes in the "Parts Catalog".


Rim - 7.0 J x 17
Note
- Refer to the "Parts Catalog" for assistance to order the
correct rims.
- Pay attention when installing Audi original
accessories-wheels to the notes in the "Parts Catalog".


Rim - 7.0 J x 18
Note
Only with additional 18" wheel cover. Refer to "Parts
Catalog".
Note
- Refer to the "Parts Catalog" for assistance to order the
correct rims.
- Pay attention when installing Audi original
accessories-wheels to the notes in the "Parts Catalog".


Rim - 8.5 J x 19
Note
Only with additional 19" wheel cover. Refer to "Parts
Catalog".
Note
- Refer to the "Parts Catalog" for assistance to order the
correct rims.
- Pay attention when installing Audi original
accessories-wheels to the notes in the "Parts Catalog".


Rim - 8.5 J x 20
Note
- Refer to the "Parts Catalog" for assistance to order the
correct rims.
- Pay attention when installing Audi original
accessories-wheels to the notes in the "Parts Catalog".


RS Q3 Rims

9.0 J x 18 Rim
Note
- Refer to the "Parts Catalog" for assistance to order the
correct rims.
- Pay attention when installing Audi original
accessories-wheels to the notes in the "Parts Catalog".

Rim - 8.5 J x 19
Note
- Refer to the "Parts Catalog" for assistance to order the
correct rims.
- Pay attention when installing Audi original
accessories-wheels to the notes in the "Parts Catalog".

Rim - 8.5 J x 20
Note
- Refer to the "Parts Catalog" for assistance to order the
correct rims.
- Pay attention when installing Audi original
accessories-wheels to the notes in the "Parts Catalog".

Air Pressures
Q3 Air Pressures, Type 8U
2.0L TFSI, 125/ 147/ 155 kW
Note
- The tire pressures must adhere to the specifications on the
tire pressure label in the vehicle.
- If there is no tire pressure label in the vehicle, one may
be ordered. Refer to Parts Catalog.

Revision History
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Wheel Bolt Types
Note
Make sure the correct wheel bolts are installed. Refer to
the Parts Catalog.
Standard, One-Piece Wheel Bolt
Two-piece wheel bolt, short turnable spherical calotte,
primarily for S models.
Two-piece wheel bolt, short turnable spherical calotte,
primarily
Tread Depth, Measuring
Note
When measuring tread depth, take measurements in the main
grooves.
Do not measure on the TWI (tread wear indicator).
Tread depth of a tire must be measured in the main grooves
at the points showing the most wear. Main tread grooves can be
recogniz