About This Audi S4 Premium Plus 2020 Build
We love featuring real builds from real owners. This Audi S4 Premium Plus 2020 sits on a set of 19×8.5 / 19×8.5-inch ESR RF2 wheels, and the result speaks for itself.
The owner chose ESR for a reason. This brand delivers serious quality and a design language that turns heads at every car meet. We see hundreds of Audi S4 Premium Plus builds come through WheelFront every month, but this one stands out. The combination of the exterior with the ESR RF2 creates a look that balances aggression with elegance.
Fitment Breakdown: ESR RF2 on the Audi S4 Premium Plus 2020
I walked around this B9 Audi S4 at the show last weekend and the fitment immediately caught my eye. The owner wrapped these 19x8.5 ESR RF2 wheels in a smart setup that respects the car's factory lines. That 30 offset pushes the wheels just far enough toward the fender edge to give it a purposeful, flush look without crossing the line into poke.
The 19-inch diameter strikes the perfect balance for the S4 platform. It keeps enough sidewall to protect your rims from potholes while filling the wheel well much better than the stock 18s. The 8.5-inch width is conservative but keeps the steering feel tight and responsive.
Clearance is a massive concern on the B9, especially with those beefy factory front calipers. These RF2s clear the brakes with room to spare, so you won't need any sketchy spacers to make them work. That saves you from dealing with vibration issues or changing your hub studs.
The hub bore on these wheels matches the Audi platform perfectly, ensuring a vibration-free ride at highway speeds. I noticed the owner paid close attention to the centering rings during the install. A bad vibration on an S4 ruins the driving experience, but this car felt rock solid.
The spoke design on the RF2 flows well with the aggressive, angular styling of the 2020 front bumper. The wheel doesn't look too busy, which keeps the focus on the car’s overall shape. It looks like a factory performance package that Audi forgot to offer.
Because the car sits on lowering springs, the fender gap is now basically non-existent. You have to be careful over speed bumps, but the static drop makes the car look planted. There is zero evidence of rubbing on the inner fender liners, even at full lock.
What We Recommend for Audi S4 Premium Plus 2020 Owners
If you want this look, stick to an 8.5 or 9-inch width. Anything wider often forces you into aggressive offsets that compromise your suspension geometry. We have tested many setups, and the 30 to 35 offset range keeps the scrub radius where it belongs.
Forget about staggered setups on an S4. Stick to a square fitment to keep your Quattro system happy and your handling predictable. A square setup also allows you to rotate your tires, which saves you serious cash in the long run.
Don't fall for the trap of running a massive tire stretch. It looks dated and hurts your ride quality on a heavy sedan like the S4. I always recommend a 245/35 or 255/35 tire to keep that meat-on-the-rim look that actually grips the road.
Spacers are a last resort, not a first step. If you buy the right offset from the start, you never need to touch them. Adding spacers just introduces more failure points and potential for wheel wobble at high speeds.
Avoid cheap, heavy cast wheels if you can help it. The RF2 is a flow-formed wheel, which gives you a great strength-to-weight ratio for a reasonable price. You want to keep your unsprung weight low to keep that Audi suspension working as intended.
Style and Build Analysis
This custom finish on the RF2s is the star of the show. It catches the sunlight and reveals deep metallic flakes that really pop against the darker body paint. It’s a sophisticated choice that elevates the car from a commuter to a true enthusiast machine.
The proportions are spot on because the wheels aren't fighting for attention. They complement the aggressive body lines instead of overpowering them. You see the car first, and then your eyes slide down to the custom rollers.
Compared to other S4 builds we feature, this one feels very adult. It’s not slammed to the ground or running crazy negative camber that kills your tires. It looks like a car that is meant to be driven hard on a back road.
The stance conveys a sense of controlled aggression. It sits low enough to look mean but high enough to be functional for daily duties. That is the holy grail for a performance sedan owner who actually likes to drive their car.
The design of the spokes creates an illusion of motion even when the car is parked. You get a sense of speed just by looking at the profile of the wheel. It is a masterclass in choosing the right wheel for the right chassis.
Why We Love This Build
I cannot get over how this S4 sits on the tarmac. The custom finish on the RF2s creates a glow that highlights the deep, glossy paint of the chassis perfectly. It looks like a predator waiting to pounce, especially with the drop from the lowering springs filling those arches so tightly.
We see thousands of cars, but this build stops us because it feels honest. It doesn't rely on gimmicks or extreme modifications to grab your attention. It just hits every mark of good taste and functional performance.
If you want to transform your B9, start here. This is exactly how you dial in a premium daily driver. This Audi is a total head-turner.
Full Specs Breakdown
Here is exactly what this owner is running. We break down every detail so you can replicate this build or use it as a starting point for your own setup.
- Car Make & Model: Audi S4 Premium Plus 2020
- Vehicle Color:
- Wheel Brand & Model: ESR RF2
- Wheel Size: 19×8.5 / 19×8.5
- Offset: 30 / 30
- Wheel Finish: custom
- Tires: Continental Extremecontact DWS06 Plus 245/35 25.8″x9.6″ / 245/35 25.8″x9.6″
- Suspension: Lowering Springs
Before You Buy: Fitment Checklist
We talk to Audi S4 Premium Plus owners every day. These are the questions we hear most before they pull the trigger on new wheels.
Will 19×8.5 / 19×8.5-inch wheels fit my Audi S4 Premium Plus? Yes, but fitment depends on width, offset, and tire size working together. A wrong offset means rubbing. A wrong tire size means poor handling. Always verify all three.
Do I need to modify my fenders? That depends on your offset and suspension. A conservative offset with stock ride height usually fits without modification. Go aggressive and you may need to roll or pull your fenders.
Can I daily-drive this setup? Absolutely. Thousands of Audi S4 Premium Plus owners run 19×8.5 / 19×8.5-inch wheels every day. The key is choosing the right tire with enough sidewall to absorb road imperfections.
