Front, 18", Profile 1, 5 Lugs, Anthracite- Rear, 18", Profile 1, 5 Lugs, Anthracite
Audi 8J TT Wheels
Lightweight forged & flow formed APEX wheels for your 2009-2014 Audi 8S TT
Construction Type
AllFinish: Anthracite
Total
$1,556.00Overview
Audi 8J TT Wheel Performance
For a lightweight and compact sports coupe, there is a bit to be desired when it comes to the factory equipped Audi 8J TT wheels and tires. Ditching the slim OEM wheels and eco-tires for a light weight and performance-focused setup will drastically improve the overall driving dynamics of your 8J Audi TT. We developed our Flow Formed SM-10, as well as our Forged SM-10RS and VS-5RS designs to maximize overall performance. Find your ideal wheel fitment on our 8J TT Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide
If you’re searching for 8J TT wheels, you’ve come to the right place! However, before you lock in your final fitment, design, and finish selections let's first take a quick look at the history of the 8J TT chassis.
The second generation Audi TT was sold during the model years of 2007-2014. One of the biggest changes from the first generation TT was the implementation of an almost all-aluminum chassis design, greatly reducing the overall weight of Audi’s 2+2 sports coupe. The 8J Audi TT was offered in both hardtop coupe and soft top roadster variants, in both FWD or Quattro AWD configurations. Engine options for the base TT included a 1.8 TFSI, a 2.0 TFSI, and a 3.2 VR6, all of which were available with either a standard 6-speed manual or an optional 6-speed S-Tronic automatic transmission. Since the 8J TT shares a plethora of components with other popular VW/Audi models, there is a wide range of aftermarket parts support for these cars. One of the best first modifications you can do is install a set of fresh Apex 8J TT wheels in a wide and aggressive fitment.
Based on Audi’s PQ35 platform, the 8J TT has a fully independent suspension configuration with a multilink rear setup and optional Audi Magnetic Ride control. This allows for a competent and sporty ride that can handle mid-corner bumps without upsetting the car’s balance. With such a well-tuned chassis paired with multiple engine and transmission options, the 8J TT offers a great all-around package for its class. To fully take advantage of your Audi’s handling dynamics, we recommend a set of 17” or 18” Apex 8J TT wheels paired with a set of sticky performance tires. However, there are plenty of other great modifications available for these cars, some of which are highlighted in TorqueCar’s 8J Audi TT modding guide.
SM-10 Specifications
Fitment guides
Which Wheels Should I Get?
Check out our Fitment Guides, the most in-depth, authoritative guides for wheel and tire fitments, tailored for your vehicle and how you drive it.
SM-10 features
The Flow Form Advantage
Flow forming enables us to create high performance wheels without the price premium of forging. It improves the mechanical properties and grain structure of the barrel, increasing its strength and stiffness, which allows us to use less material and reduce weight. Thanks to our superior engineering, our flow formed wheels have a higher load rating than some competitors' forged wheels.
"I" Beam Spokes
One of the most prominent features of the SM-10 is its advanced "I" beam spoke machining. Any excess material that doesn’t add strength is carved out from the sides of the spokes using a precision CNC ball cutter. This process is often deemed cost-prohibitive by others, but for performance without compromise we believe it's essential.
Bigger, Tougher Inner Lip
The inner lip is the most vulnerable part of a wheel because it has no spokes for support. Our Flow Formed Evolution line adds more material to this high-impact area as an extra layer of protection against track berms, potholes, and whatever else the road may throw at you.
Maximizing Concavity
We use the deepest concave face profiles we can for every application after factoring in critical clearances such as brake calipers. The SM-10 utilizes 3 unique profiles to make this possible, with the deepest concave face delivering reduced weight and a stunningly aggressive appearance.
Big Brake Clearance
Big brakes often require bigger, heavier, more expensive wheels, which aren’t ideal in a performance environment. The SM-10 is one of our many wheels which solve this problem. Through comprehensive laser scanning and endless rounds of test-fitting, we’ve created 18” wheels to clear huge brakes that typically require 19” wheels from other manufacturers.
Weight Optimized
We conducted extensive Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to reinforce high-stress areas and to remove material where it didn’t improve strength. The result is a wheel that is exceptionally light without the strength compromises found on typical lightweight wheels.²
Built for Impact Sockets
Track wheels need track tools. Don’t settle for wheels that require undersized tuner lugs or thin walled sockets. All APEX wheels accommodate over-sized race lugs and impact sockets to make swapping wheels lightning fast.
32mm
Socket Diameter Clearance
Finishing Touches
The SM-10 is finished using a multi-stage liquid paint over a powder coated base coat. This coating process leaves lug holes, center bores and mounting pads untouched, which ensures proper fit and torque values.
JWL and Beyond
All APEX Flow Formed wheels meet or meaningfully exceed JWL load rating requirements. Some manufacturers don't meet the minimum requirements, yet still claim to be compliant. Always compare load ratings to ensure you aren’t sacrificing critical strength for a slightly lighter wheel.
True VIA
The VIA is an independent wheel testing and auditing agency similar to TÜV. Many companies falsely claim their wheels have been certified, and even use the VIA stamp without permission. Our Flow Formed wheels have been certified, and we provide the registration numbers for every wheel. Protect yourself. Demand registration numbers from manufacturers.
Additional features
Hub Centric
All SM-10 wheels are purpose built for select vehicle applications. Very few applications require centering rings.
Center Caps
All APEX wheels come with our gloss black cap included that is interchangeable with the OE cap. We also offer additional colors for select fitments.
Wheel Hardware
APEX wheels can be used with all OEM mounting hardware, proper aftermarket hardware and most wheel spacers. Wheel locks and stud conversion kits also work perfectly.
TPMS
All APEX wheels accept OEM and aftermarket Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors and standard fit valve stems. If you don’t have sensors, then select from our metal stems available in multiple finishes.
A Wheel You Can Depend On
Accidental damage replacement
Curb rash or pothole damage on the street? Make an oopsie at the track? We’ve all been there. APEX is proud to offer 50% off replacement wheels, no matter the damage.
Lifetime warranty
All APEX wheels come with a lifetime structural warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, plus a 1 year finish warranty. Exchanges are fast, easy, and hassle-free.
¹ All wheels compared with equivalent 18x10” ET25 5x120mm /72.56mm fitment
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