Audi Q3 Lug Nut Torque

The 2015–2018 Audi Q3 lug nut torque is 105 ft-lbs (142 N·m).

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MakeModelYear

Audi Q3 · 2015–2018

Lug nut torque

105ft-lbs142 N·m

Same spec for every year 2015–2018.

✓ Tighten in a star pattern, in two passes, with a torque wrench (not an impact gun)
✓ Re-check the torque after the first 50–100 miles
✓ Confirm against your owner’s manual; aftermarket wheels can differ

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Source: TreadCompass vehicle fitment database. Page updated November 2026. Specs can vary with aftermarket wheels and lug hardware, so always confirm with your owner’s manual.

Factory tire sizes for the Audi Q3

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235/50R182015–2018 · Compare prices →255/40R192015–2018 · Compare prices →255/35R202018 · Compare prices →

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Audi Q3 lug nut torque FAQ

What is the lug nut torque for a Audi Q3?

The 2015–2018 Audi Q3 lug nut torque is 105 ft-lbs (142 N·m). Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after the first 50–100 miles.

Do all Q3 trims use the same lug nut torque?

Yes. Every Q3 trim in our database uses the same lug nut torque for a given model year.

Has the Audi Q3 lug nut torque changed over the years?

No. It has been 105 ft-lbs (142 N·m) for every model year we have, 2015–2018.

What size tires come on the Audi Q3?

Factory tire sizes include 235/50R18 (2015–2018), 255/40R19 (2015–2018) and 255/35R20 (2018). Check the sidewall of your current tires to confirm yours, then compare prices for that size above.

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