2013-2017 Audi SQ5 / Q5 (8R) Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit
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2013-2017 Audi SQ5 / Q5 (8R) Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit — OEM-Size Replacement
The 2013-2017 Audi SQ5 and Q5 8R use several factory brake packages, so this OEM-size carbon-ceramic kit is built around the exact rotor diameter already on the car: SQ5 345mm or 380mm front with 330mm rear, and Q5 320mm or 345mm front with 300mm or 330mm rear. Replacing the heavy iron discs with carbon-ceramic rotors targets the common 8R complaints of heat-related vibration, repeated-stop fade, and dark brake dust on open Audi wheels while retaining the factory caliper layout. The kit includes carbon-ceramic rotors, matched pads, hats, and floating hardware for a size-matched replacement rather than a caliper-conversion package.
- Covers OEM-size 8R front rotor references only: SQ5 345mm or 380mm, and Q5 320mm or 345mm; ordering must match the caliper and rotor currently installed.
- Rear fitment is also size-specific: SQ5 330mm, and Q5 300mm or 330mm, preserving the factory rear caliper and electronic parking brake architecture.
- Carbon-ceramic rotors reduce rotating unsprung mass versus iron discs, a useful change on the front-heavy quattro Q5/SQ5 chassis where brake weight affects steering response and ride control.
Fitment Hard Lines
| Field | Specification |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | Audi SQ5 / Q5 (8R) |
| Model years | 2013-2017 |
| Front rotor reference | SQ5: 345mm, 380mm; Q5: 320mm, 345mm |
| Rear rotor reference | SQ5: 330mm; Q5: 300mm, 330mm |
| Page type | OEM-size carbon ceramic replacement |
| Minimum wheel size | 18" (for the 345 mm rotor) |
For OEM replacement orders, StopFlex builds around the factory rotor specification shown for this vehicle. Front floating-caliper setups require manual review before production. If the car uses aftermarket calipers such as Brembo, AP Racing, Alcon, or Wilwood, the order can still be built, but the exact caliper model, pad shape, and rotor dimensions must be confirmed before production.
This setup uses a 345 mm rotor, so the minimum wheel size is 18". Wheels under 18" will not clear the caliper and rotor, and spoke profile and offset affect clearance too — confirm your exact wheels before ordering.
Why StopFlex CCB
Lower Unsprung Mass
StopFlex carbon-ceramic rotors are engineered to reduce rotor mass versus comparable iron discs, helping the suspension react cleaner and the steering feel more precise.
High-Temperature Stability
The carbon-silicon-carbide matrix is built for stable braking behavior at temperatures that can push iron rotors into heavy fade.
Rust-Free Rotor Surface
Carbon ceramic does not form orange flash rust after rain, washing, or storage, keeping the visible rotor face cleaner behind open wheels.
Long Street-Service Potential
In normal road use with matched pads and proper bedding, StopFlex CCB rotors are designed for far longer service life than typical iron replacement rotors.
Low Visible Dust
When paired with matched StopFlex pads, the system produces very low visible brake dust compared with conventional iron rotor and pad combinations.
Premium Ceramic-Glaze Appearance
StopFlex's proprietary coating creates a bright, high-end ceramic-glaze finish with subtle glaze texture and a more premium visual character behind open wheels.
Street-Usable Cold Bite
Street Spec and Track-Day Spec rotors are designed for normal first-stop road use, including cold-weather operation. Motorsport Spec is the competition-focused exception.
Continuous Fiber Reinforcement
Long-fiber carbon ceramic construction improves structural strength and thermal durability versus chopped-fiber approaches.
Custom Rotor Hat Color
Every StopFlex OEM replacement order can be built with a custom rotor hat color, giving the carbon ceramic rotor package a cleaner match with the wheel, body color, and overall build style.
Heat Management Note
Carbon ceramic rotors tolerate extreme surface temperature, but they do not remove every heat-management requirement. During repeated hard stops, heat can still soak into pads, fluid, seals, calipers, wheels, and nearby components. For long track sessions, mountain descents, or sustained aggressive driving, brake cooling and high-temperature fluid are still recommended.
Street / Track-Day / Motorsport Rotor Options
Street Spec
Ceramic coating, cross-drilled face, and large cooling channels.
Best for daily driving and premium street builds that need clean cold bite, low dust, corrosion-free appearance, and long service life.
Track-Day Spec
Ceramic coating, blank face, and honeycomb cooling channels.
Best for fast-road and track-day use where repeated braking stability matters more than maximum visual drilling style.
Motorsport Spec
Uncoated blank face with honeycomb cooling channels.
Best for race-focused builds that run competition pads, high-temperature fluid, cooling strategy, and a proper warm-up window. Not the default street choice.
Package Scope
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| CCB rotors | Full-car set by default |
| CCB brake pads | Matched for StopFlex carbon ceramic rotors |
| 7075 aluminum floating rotor hats | Vehicle-specific fitment |
| Stainless floating hardware | Full-car hardware set |
| Rotor hat color | Custom rotor hat colors are available for every OEM replacement order. |
| Order scope | Default listing is full-car set. Front-only or rear-only orders can be arranged after confirmation. |
FAQ
Will this kit fit every 2013-2017 Audi SQ5 or Q5 8R?
No. The 8R chassis was sold with multiple brake packages, and this page is limited to the listed OEM rotor sizes. Confirm whether your car has SQ5 345mm or 380mm fronts, Q5 320mm or 345mm fronts, and the matching 300mm or 330mm rear size before ordering.
Does the rear electronic parking brake still work?
Yes, when the correct rear rotor size is selected. This is an OEM-size replacement that keeps the factory rear caliper and EPB motor arrangement rather than replacing it with a motorsport handbrake or non-EPB caliper.
Why switch from iron rotors on a Q5 or SQ5?
Carbon-ceramic rotors are chosen for lower brake dust, reduced rotating weight, and better resistance to heat-related fade during repeated high-speed stops. On the heavier 8R SQ5/Q5 platform, those benefits matter most when the factory iron rotors show vibration, discoloration, or rapid pad and disc wear.
What should I verify before placing the order?
Verify the vehicle is a 2013-2017 Audi SQ5 or Q5 8R, measure or identify the front and rear rotor diameters, confirm the calipers are the factory units for that rotor size, and check wheel clearance if the car has non-OEM wheels or spacers.
Need Fitment Confirmation?
Send the exact vehicle details, current rotor sizes, and caliper type before ordering.
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