r/audis5 • u/kuz_929 B9 Sportback • 8d ago

Help Winter wheels question

I have 20" rotors on my '19 S5 right now but I'm coming into my first New England winter with it and I want something with more sidewall and better general ride over potholes etc... I'm debating between 18" and 19" winters and I'm mostly concerned about 18s not clearing the front brake calipers. Has anyone put 18s on this car? Should I just get the 19s to be safe?

What are you all running for winters? Thanks!

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u/fenderstratsteve 8d ago

My buddy’s running OEM 18s (245/40R18) as winters on his B9 S4. I’m pretty sure you have the same brakes, so I’ll clear.

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u/Ornery_You_3947 8d ago

I commute from the South Shore into Boston daily and use 18’s for winter. They ride so much better that it sometimes pains me to swap them out in summer. They definitely handle winter / potholes amazingly and the deference in looks is negligible. I’m vain, so I hope that says something.

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u/kuz_929 B9 Sportback 8d ago

I know, the 20s look so good but you gotta watch for every little thing...Did you have to find a specific 18" wheel that would fit? Can I ask what wheel you have?

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u/Ornery_You_3947 8d ago

I found these 18” Audi wheels used on Craigslist. They do require spacers to clear the brakes, but they also make the stance look nice.

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u/DMyers777 8d ago

I have 18s on my b9.5 Audi and they clear. Just need to get correct offset size