Audi A3 (8V1) Tire Sizes & Rim Dimensions by Year and Trim

The Audi A3 (8V1), produced from 2012 to 2020, features varying tire sizes and rim dimensions depending on model year and trim level. Typical rim widths range from 6.5 to 8.0 inches with diameters commonly between 16 and 19 inches.\n\nBase trims often come with 205/55R16 tires on 6.5×16 rims, while sportier or higher trims use larger 225/40R18 or 225/35R19 tires mounted on wider 7.5 to 8.0-inch rims for enhanced performance and aesthetics.\n\nWhen comparing trims, note that tire width, aspect ratio, and rim diameter affect handling and ride comfort. Always verify manufacturer recommendations for load rating and speed index to ensure safety and compatibility.\n\nMatching tires and rims correctly is essential for optimal performance, fuel efficiency, and wheel longevity on the Audi A3 (8V1). Consult year and trim-specific specs to make informed choices when upgrading or replacing wheels.

Year
Make / model / trim Year Tire size Wheel
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.0 TFSI2019205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.2 TFSI2019205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.4 TFSI2019205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.6 TDI2019205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI2019205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI quattro2019205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI2019205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI quattro2019205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TFSI2019205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TFSI quattro2019205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) S3 quattro2019225/40R187.5" × 18"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.0 TFSI2018205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.2 TFSI2018205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.4 TFSI2018205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.6 TDI2018205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI2018205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI quattro2018205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI2018205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI quattro2018205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TFSI2018205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TFSI quattro2018205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) S3 quattro2018225/40R187.5" × 18"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.0 TFSI2017205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.2 TFSI2017205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.4 TFSI2017205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.6 TDI2017205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI2017205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI quattro2017205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI2017205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI quattro2017205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TFSI2017205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TFSI quattro2017205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) S3 quattro2017225/40R187.5" × 18"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.0 TFSI2016205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.2 TFSI2016205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.4 TFSI2016205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.6 TDI2016205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI2016205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI quattro2016205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI2016205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI quattro2016205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TFSI2016205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TFSI quattro2016205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) S3 quattro2016225/40R187.5" × 18"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.2 TFSI2015205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.4 TFSI2015205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.6 TDI2015205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI2015205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI quattro2015205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI2015205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI quattro2015205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) S3 quattro2015225/40R187.5" × 18"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.2 TFSI2014205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.4 TFSI2014205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.6 TDI2014205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI2014205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI quattro2014205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI2014205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI quattro2014205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) S3 quattro2014225/40R187.5" × 18"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.2 TFSI2013205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.4 TFSI2013205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.6 TDI2013205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI2013205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI quattro2013205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI2013205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI quattro2013205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) S3 quattro2013225/40R187.5" × 18"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.4 TFSI2012205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.6 TDI2012205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI2012205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 1.8 TFSI quattro2012205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI2012205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) 2.0 TDI quattro2012205/55R166.5" × 16"
Audi A3 (8V1) S3 quattro2012225/40R187.5" × 18"

For bolt pattern (PCD), offset ET, center bore, and mounting details, open the bolt pattern page for Audi A3 (8V1).

FAQ

What tire sizes are standard on Audi A3 (8V1) base models?
Base models typically have 205/55R16 tires mounted on 6.5×16 inch rims.
Can Audi A3 (8V1) trims have different rim widths?
Yes, rim widths vary by trim from 6.5 to 8.0 inches to accommodate different tire sizes and performance needs.
How to compare trims based on tire sizes for Audi A3 (8V1)?
Compare rim diameter, width, and tire aspect ratios by trim year to select compatible wheels and optimize handling.
Tire size calculatorShow

Compare two tire sizes — diameter, speedometer error, and clearance change.

inchmm
Size 1Size 2DiffDiff(%)
Diameter25.0"25.4"0.5"1.89%
Width7.7"8.5"0.8"10.26%
Circumference78.4"79.9"1.5"1.86%
Profile height5.0"4.2"-0.7"-15.08%
Turnover per mile80779314-1.73%
Clearance--+0.2"-
25.0"
7.7"
old tire side
25.5"
8.5"
new tire side
old tire
15"
old rim
5.0"
new tire
17"
new rim
4.2"

Speedometer Error

(First wheel OEM size)

Reading20 mph30 mph40 mph50 mph60 mph70 mph80 mph90 mph
Actual20.430.540.750.961.171.281.491.6