Shop Exact-Fit 1981 Audi 5000 Tires & Wheel Packages Guide
Browse compatible tires for the 1981 Audi 5000 matched to 15" wheel diameters and 7-7.5" widths.
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1981 Audi 5000 Wheel Fitment Specs: 15" Rim Sizes, 7"–7.5" Widths & 5x112 PCD
Every aftermarket wheel shown above is pre-filtered for the 1981 Audi 5000 (C3). By matching your 1981 Audi 5000 lug pattern (5x112), compatible rim diameters (15 inch), and 7", 7.5" widths against inventory from Lexani, Savini, TSW, ESR Wheels, Niche 1PC, Azara, you can choose custom rims with confidence or build a complete 1981 Audi 5000 wheel and tire package.
| Specification | Verified Fitment Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle & Year | 1981 Audi 5000 (C3) |
| Trims Covered | 2.3 |
| Bolt Pattern (PCD) | 5x112 |
| Supported Diameters | 15" |
| Supported Widths | 7", 7.5" |
| Center Bore | 57.1 mm |
| Offset (ET) Range | ET35 |
| Verified Tire Sizes | 195/65HR15 91H, 205/60VR15 90V, 215/60R15 94Z |
| Compatible Brands | Lexani, Savini, TSW, ESR Wheels, Niche 1PC, Azara |
1981 Audi 5000 Rim Sizes & Wheel Construction Guide
Popular wheel fitments include 15 inch wheels for 1981 Audi 5000 matched to 7"–7.5" widths and 5x112 bolt patterns. You can safely run cast alloy, flow-formed, or forged custom wheels from brands such as Lexani, Savini, TSW, ESR Wheels, Niche 1PC, Azara whenever bolt pattern, center bore, offset, and load rating align. When stepping up in diameter on AWD drivetrains, keep overall tire rolling diameter matched front-to-rear.
1981 Audi 5000 Wheel & Fitment FAQs
What is the exact wheel bolt pattern, hub bore, and lug specification for the 1981 Audi 5000?
The 1981 Audi 5000 is engineered with a 5x112 bolt pattern and a 57.1 mm center bore and accommodates wheel diameters of 15" with rim widths of 7"–7.5". Installing hub-centric wheels guarantees zero highway vibrations.
Do different 1981 Audi 5000 trims share the same wheel size and brake clearance?
Across 1981 Audi 5000 trims (2.3), compatible wheels span 15" in diameter and 7"–7.5" wide with offsets around ET35 (5x112 bolt pattern). Higher trims equipped with upgraded sport brakes require larger wheel diameters to clear the calipers.
What precautions are needed when changing wheel sizes on an AWD 1981 Audi 5000?
On the AWD 1981 Audi 5000, all four tires must maintain matching overall rolling diameters within 1% across 15" wheel sizes (5x112 PCD) to prevent strain on the center differential.
What factory and plus-sized tire sizes fit the 1981 Audi 5000?
Recorded compatible tire sizes for the 1981 Audi 5000 include 195/65HR15 91H, 205/60VR15 90V, 215/60R15 94Z on 15" wheels. When building a package, our fitment engine confirms exact tire aspect ratios for your selected rim width.