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Audi A3 generations and tyre sizes

A3

8L

1998 – 2000
Diesel, Petrol66–154 kW (90–209 PS)Automatic / Manual
A3

8L (1. Facelift)

2000 – 2003
Diesel, Petrol66–165 kW (90–224 PS)Manual / Automatic
A3

8P

2003 – 2005
Petrol, Diesel75–184 kW (102–250 PS)Automatic / Manual
A3 8P (1. Facelift)

8P (1. Facelift)

2005 – 2012
Petrol, Diesel75–195 kW (102–265 PS)Manual / Automatic
A3 A3 8P (2. Facelift)

A3 8P (2. Facelift)

2008 – 2013
Diesel, Petrol66–250 kW (90–340 PS)Manual / Automatic
A3 A3 8V

A3 8V

2012 – 2016
Diesel, Petrol, CNG77–270 kW (105–367 PS)Manual / Automatic
A3 A3 8V (1. Facelift)

A3 8V (1. Facelift)

2016 – 2020
Diesel, CNG, Petrol81–294 kW (110–400 PS)Automatic / Manual
A3 A3 8Y

A3 8Y

2020 – 2024
Petrol, Diesel, CNG, Hybrid81–299 kW (110–407 PS)Automatic / Manual
A3 A3 8Y (1. Facelift)

A3 8Y (1. Facelift)

2024 – Now
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid85–294 kW (116–400 PS)Automatic / Manual

For the Audi A3 in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10) and Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10). The Audi A3 uses 10 tyre sizes across 9 generations. The Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 excels in Dry performance while the Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Audi A3 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Audi A3

Best tyres for Audi A3 by category

Best for dry
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
9.4/10

Tyre comparison for Audi A3

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium50%
2Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium70%
3Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium180%
4Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium160%
5GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium110%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Audi A3?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Audi A3 are: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Audi A3?
The Audi A3 uses the following tyre sizes: 185/65 R15, 195/65 R15, 205/60 R15, 205/55 R16, 225/45 R17, 205/50 R17, 225/40 R18, 235/35 R19, 265/30 R19, 205/55 R17.
How many generations does the Audi A3 have?
The Audi A3 has 9 generations, from 1998 to 2024.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Audi A3?
For wet road performance on Audi A3, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 good for Audi A3?
Yes, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is the top-rated tyre for Audi A3 with a rating of 9.4/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 50% of Audi A3 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Audi A3?
To choose the right tyres for Audi A3: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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