What brand of tires does Audi generally use?

[CharlotteLynn]

Audi generally uses Dunlop tires. Introduction to Dunlop Tires: Dunlop is a tire brand. DUNLOP has demonstrated its technical prowess in speed and durability through participation in the long-standing rally competitions in the automotive racing field. The technologies and know-how developed from these activities are applied to the development of regular passenger car tires, leading to the creation of new technologies aimed at high performance. The birth of digital tires has significantly improved fundamental performance aspects such as safety, comfort, and economy. Advantages: Excellent handling performance, balanced overall performance, long service life, top-tier performance in sportiness, quietness, and wear resistance. The tire compound is also very hard, offering high cost-effectiveness.

[Lucian]

I've been driving an Audi A6 for four years and have replaced two sets of tires. The original tires were Michelin Primacy 3, which lasted 60,000 kilometers before replacement. Now I'm using Pirelli P7, which feels more stable in handling but is a bit noisier. Audi's factory tires are actually quite diverse. In my car owner group, the Q5 mostly uses Goodyear EfficientGrip, the A4 commonly comes with Continental, and the RS sports models are equipped with Pirelli P Zero. Choosing tires depends on the car model and driving habits. For frequent highway driving, Michelin's quiet tires are recommended, while winter tires are best for northern winters. Recently, I've found the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 to offer good value for money, and Audi's mid-range models also use this brand.

[FinleyDella]

Last week, I helped a friend check out a used Audi Q7 and specifically researched tire configurations. German cars tend to favor European brands, with high-end models like Continental ContiSportContact and Michelin PS4 commonly found on the S series. Domestic Audis like the A3 might use Bridgestone Turanza, which is more cost-effective. Only tires with the AO marking on the sidewall are Audi-certified, with drainage and grip specifically tuned for German cars. Pay special attention to the load index differences between SUV and sedan tires—I’ve seen cases where Q5 owners mistakenly installed sedan tires, leading to uneven wear.

[LeClaire]

Having worked in car detailing for ten years and handled over a hundred Audis, I've noticed that the new A4L models mostly come with Goodyear Eagle F1 or Pirelli Scorpion tires, which have particularly thick sidewalls. The older A6 models preferred Dunlop SP Sport Maxx tires, but they're gradually being replaced with Michelin ones. I recommend owners check the tire date code; even if the tread is deep, tires older than three years should be inspected for rubber aging. When modifying, don't cheap out on aftermarket tires—Audi's quattro system is highly sensitive to tread depth discrepancies.