The Audi A8 is Audi flagship luxury sedan — a direct competitor to the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class. It uses air suspension, a Quattro AWD system, and is available as a plug-in hybrid A8 L TFSI e. Tire choice should balance the expected flagship refinement with the AWD quattro dynamics and, for TFSI e owners, low rolling resistance.
Audi A8 tire sizes
The 2018 to present A8 uses 245/45R19 on the standard 19-inch wheels. The optional 20-inch Sport package uses 255/40R20. The S line 21-inch package uses a staggered 265/35R21 front and 295/30R21 rear.
Earlier A8 models (2011 to 2017) commonly used 245/50R18 on standard wheels or 275/35R20 on larger packages. The A8 L long-wheelbase shares the same wheel sizes as the standard A8. Verify on the door sticker.
Best tires for the Audi A8 — 19 and 20-inch
Continental PureContact LS (245/45R19, 255/40R20) — the top comfort pick for the A8. Exceptionally quiet, smooth ride, 70,000-mile warranty, strong wet performance. Perfect alignment with Audi flagship comfort expectations.
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 (245/45R19, 255/40R20) — best sport all-season for A8 owners who want Quattro dynamics to come through in the tires. Available in both sizes. Slightly firmer than the Continental, noticeably sharper.
Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Plus II (245/45R19) — Pirelli touring all-season with good wet scores and ride quality. Available in 245/45R19. A quiet, refined choice for A8 owners prioritizing smoothness.
Best tires for the Audi A8 S line — staggered 21-inch
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (265/35R21, 295/30R21) — the summer benchmark for A8 owners on staggered 21-inch. One of the few tires available in both sizes. Summer only — best left off the car in winter.
Pirelli P Zero (265/35R21, 295/30R21) — Pirelli is a common OEM supplier on German luxury flagships. P Zero in both staggered sizes is available and competes directly with the PS4S in summer performance.
Frequently asked
What tire size does the Audi A8 use?
Standard (19-inch): 245/45R19. Sport 20-inch: 255/40R20. S line staggered 21-inch: 265/35R21 front, 295/30R21 rear. Verify on the driver door sticker.
How much do Audi A8 tires cost?
245/45R19: $170 to $265 per tire. 255/40R20: $200 to $305 per tire. Staggered 21-inch set all four installed: $900 to $1,400.
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Last updated 2026-06-27. General guidance only — confirm specifics with a local shop for your exact vehicle.