Audi A3 Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The Audi A3 used a 5x112 mm bolt pattern for all models from 2004 to 2026 along with tire diameters ranging from 24.9" to 25.5" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicles with larger brake calipers and anti-lock brakes or traction control systems.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Audi A3 years and options. In this case, a 125/80R17 temporary spare tire is the recommendation for all applications. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Audi A3 spare tire.
2021-2026 Audi A3 Spare Tires
This generation of the Audi A3 began in 2021 and is still the current model being produced. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including quattro versions.
There was a facelift redesign in 2025 that altered the appearance but it had no impact on the spare tire fitment specifically.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2025 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2024 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2023 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2022 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
2014-2020 Audi A3 Spare Tires
This generation of the Audi A3 began in 2014 and was available through 2020. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution. The Standard models include Sedan and Convertible versions and the Sportback E-Tron models are listed individually. The quattro option does not change the recommended spare tire.
There was a facelift redesign in 2016 that changed the appearance, but it does not affect the spare tire recommendation.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25.1-25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2019 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2018 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| A3 Sportback E-Tron | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 2017 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| A3 Sportback E-Tron | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 2016 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| A3 Sportback E-Tron | 5x112 mm | 24.9-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 2015 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| A3 Sportback E-Tron | 5x112 mm | 24.9-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 2014 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| A3 Sportback E-Tron | 5x112 mm | 24.9-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
2004-2013 Audi A3 Spare Tires
This generation of the Audi A3 began in 2004 and was available through 2013. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including Sport Package and quattro versions.
There was a facelift redesign in 2008 that updated the styling, but the spare requirements stayed the same.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2012 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2011 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2010 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2009 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2008 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2007 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2006 | Audi | A3 | 5x112 mm | 25-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |