Ceramic vs Semi-Metallic Brake Pads: Key Differences for European Cars
Explore the differences between ceramic vs semi-metallic brake pads for European street cars, including performance, noise, and temperature factors.
By Lee Shahin ·
Audi A4 brake upgrades
74 brake upgrades for the B9 Audi A4 (2.0T) from 19 brands. Performance pads, rotors, lines and big brake kits.
Before you order
- Rotor and pad fitment depends on the brake package fitted to the car. Confirm rotor diameter on the retailer page.
- Big brake kits state a minimum wheel diameter.
- Brakes are safety-critical. Have installation checked by a qualified technician.
- Listings are read from the retailer's B9 A4 (2.0T, quattro) category. Confirm engine, drivetrain and model year on the retailer page before ordering.
Brands on this page: 034Motorsport (13), EBC (13), ECS (11), REVO (6), Hawk (4), Assembled By ECS (3), Brembo (3), Motul (3), Pentosin (3), ATE (2), Girodisc (2), Power Stop (2), Zimmermann (2), iSWEEP (2), Akebono (1), Emmanuele Design (1), Genuine Volkswagen Audi (1), JH Motorsports (1), Racingline (1).
Rotors (27)
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-301-2022
1-Piece Rear Brake Rotor Upgrade Kit - Pair (330mm X 22mm)
Geomet Anti-Corrosion Coating, CM-250 Special Alloy Designed Specifically To Reduce Warping from Hard Street Use
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-301-2007
Rear 2-Piece Floating Brake Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Lightweight rotors weighing 12lbs each!
Assembled By ECS · Part no. EP24-18981KT
ECS Front & Rear Brake Service Kit
This complete front and rear brake kit upgrades stopping power, heat dissipation, and pedal feel across all four corners on select Audi models.
Assembled By ECS · Part no. EP24-1897KT
ECS Front Brake Service Kit
This complete front brake kit upgrades stopping power, heat dissipation, and pedal feel on select Audi models.
Assembled By ECS · Part no. EP24-1898KT
ECS Rear Brake Service Kit
This complete rear brake kit upgrades stopping power, heat dissipation, and pedal feel on select Audi models.
Brembo · Part no. 8K0615601CXKT
Rear Cross Drilled UV Coated Brake Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Features Brembo's special UV paint treatment that guarantees superior corrosion resistance.
EBC · Part no. GD2026KT
Front & Rear GD Sport Rotors - Set (338X30 / 330x22)
Upgrade to a slotted/dimpled rotor for improved braking
EBC · Part no. BSD2026
Front BSD Series Sport Slotted Rotors - Pair (338x30mm)
Upgrade to a Turbo slotted rotor for improved braking
EBC · Part no. GD2026
Front GD Sport Rotors - Pair (338X30mm)
Upgrade to a slotted/dimpled rotor for improved braking
EBC · Part no. USR2026
Front USR Series Sport Slotted Rotors - Pair (338x30mm)
Upgrade to a Turbo slotted rotor for improved braking
EBC · Part no. BSD1846
Rear BSD Blade Brake Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Upgrade to the uniquely created blade slot designed for improved braking
EBC · Part no. GD1846
Rear GD Sport Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Upgrade to a slotted/dimpled rotor for improved braking
EBC · Part no. USR1846
Rear USR Series Sport Slotted Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Upgrade to a Turbo slotted rotor for improved braking
ECS · Part no. 8W0615301AB-XS
Front V5 Dimpled & Slotted Brake Rotors - Set (338x30)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
ECS · Part no. 8W0615301AB-S
Front V5 Slotted Brake Rotors - Pair (338x30)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
ECS · Part no. 002879ECS01AKT
Rear 2-Piece Brake Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Direct bolt-on replacement - 18% less weight!
ECS · Part no. 002879ECS01A01KT
Rear 2-Piece Drilled & Slotted Brake Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Direct bolt-on replacement - 25% less weight!
ECS · Part no. 4H0615601Q-XS
Rear V5 Drilled & Slotted Brake Rotors - Set (330x22)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
ECS · Part no. 4H0615601Q-S
Rear V5 Slotted Brake Rotors - Set (330x22)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Emmanuele Design · Part no. EMD-33022-PR
Rear Slotted Brake Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Upgrade your looks and performance with a set of slotted rotors!
Girodisc · Part no. A2-130
Rear 2-Piece Brake Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Replace your rotors with 2-piece rotors from Giro Disc.
Girodisc · Part no. D2-130
Rear Replacement Rings For ES4608924
Replace your rotors with 2-piece rotors from Giro Disc.
JH Motorsports · Part no. 1024X330X22
2-Piece Lightweight Rear Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Shaves 11lbs of unsprung weight from the rear of your car while increasing braking performance.
Power Stop · Part no. EBR1637XPR
Evolution Front Cross Drilled & Slotted Brake Rotors - Pair (338x30)
Upgrade to a slotted / cross-drilled rotor for improved braking
Power Stop · Part no. EBR1015XPR
Rear Cross Drilled & Slotted Brake Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Upgrade to a zinc plated slotted / cross-drilled rotor for improved braking
Zimmermann · Part no. 100 3378 52KT
Front Cross Drilled Brake Rotors - Pair (338x30)
Zimmerman Sport drilled rotors deliver excellent braking performance!
Zimmermann · Part no. 4H0615601HDKT
Rear Cross Drilled Brake Rotors - Pair (330x22)
Features an Anti-Corrosion coating "Anti-Z"
Brake Kits (15)
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-302-0025
034Motorsport Dynamic+ StreetSport Front Brake Pad Set For RS+ Big Brake Package
Semi-metallic pads that offer low dust and noise for comfortable everyday use, while delivering high friction, superior modulation, and exceptional stopping power!
Retailer fitment note: Replacement for vehicles with 034Motorsport RS+ Big Brake Package only.
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-301-0003-BLK
034Motorsport RS+ Big Brake Package - Black Calipers (390x34)
Features lightweight, CNC-machined 8-piston brake calipers with 390x34mm 2-piece rotors, reducing unsprung weight while enhancing brake cooling and longevity.
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-301-0003-NKL
034Motorsport RS+ Big Brake Package - Nickel Calipers (390x34)
Features lightweight, CNC-machined 8-piston brake calipers with 390x34mm 2-piece rotors, reducing unsprung weight while enhancing brake cooling and longevity.
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-301-0003-RED
034Motorsport RS+ Big Brake Package - Red Calipers (390x34)
Features lightweight, CNC-machined 8-piston brake calipers with 390x34mm 2-piece rotors, reducing unsprung weight while enhancing brake cooling and longevity.
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-3ZZ-0007
034Motorsport Titanium Brake Pad Shim Kit For RS+ Big Brake Package
Designed to reduce heat transfer between your brake pads and calipers, preventing brake fluid from overheating and fade during intense use.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 034Motorsport RS+ Big Brake Package only.
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-301-2015-BLK
2-Piece Floating Rear Brake Rotor Upgrade - Black Carriers (370x22)
Reduces rotational weight by 1.6lbs on each corner and increases rotor diameter from 330mm to 370mm!
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-301-2015-RED
2-Piece Floating Rear Brake Rotor Upgrade - Red Carriers (370x22)
Reduces rotational weight by 1.6lbs on each corner and increases rotor diameter from 330mm to 370mm!
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-3ZZ-0009
RS+ Big Brake Package Caliper Dust Boots Replacement Set
Replacement Dust Seals for the 034-301-0003 RS+ Big Brake Kit - Set of 16
Genuine Volkswagen Audi · Part no. 4K0615301DKT1
Front Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit - Drilled Rotors (400x38mm)
High-Performance kit includes OEM Carbon Ceramic Rotors, Calipers, and Pads found on the 'Dynamic Plus' Package B9 RS5 models
REVO · Part no. RA841B200300
Revo Big Brake Kit - Black - (355x32)
The Revo Big Brake Kit comes complete with everything required to upgrade your stopping power.
REVO · Part no. RA841B200400
Revo Big Brake Kit - Black - (380x32)
The Revo Big Brake Kit comes complete with everything required to upgrade your stopping power.
REVO · Part no. RA841B200100
Revo Big Brake Kit - Blue - (355x32)
The Revo Big Brake Kit comes complete with everything required to upgrade your stopping power.
REVO · Part no. RA841B200500
Revo Big Brake Kit - Blue - (380x32)
The Revo Big Brake Kit comes complete with everything required to upgrade your stopping power.
REVO · Part no. RA841B200200
Revo Big Brake Kit - Red - (355x32)
The Revo Big Brake Kit comes complete with everything required to upgrade your stopping power.
REVO · Part no. RA841B200600
Revo Big Brake Kit - Red - (380x32)
The Revo Big Brake Kit comes complete with everything required to upgrade your stopping power.
Fluid (14)
ATE · Part no. SD0T51
ATE Brake Fluid Super DOT 5.1 - 1 Liter
A low viscosity fluid replacing DOT 4 fluid. Boiling point - Dry 265°C (509°F) / Wet 180°C (347°F)
ATE · Part no. SL6
SL6 Brake Fluid - 1 Liter
A low viscosity fluid replacing DOT 4 fluid. Boiling point - Dry 265°C (509°F) / Wet 175°C (347°F)
Brembo · Part no. 04816420
Brembo HTC 64T Brake Fluid
Brembo HTC 64T can handle high temperatures without loss of pedal feel
Brembo · Part no. L05010
DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid - 1 Liter
Offers higher wet boiling point than DOT 4 fluid
Hawk · Part no. HP520
HP520 Street Brake Fluid - 500ml
Made for high performance street specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.
Hawk · Part no. HP600
HP600 Race Brake Fluid - 500ml
Made for race specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.
Hawk · Part no. HP660
HP660 Race Brake Fluid - 500ml
Made for high performance race specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.
Motul · Part no. 8070HC
DOT 5.1 Synthetic Brake Fluid - 500mL
Boiling point - Dry 272?C (522?F) / Wet 185?C (365?F)
Motul · Part no. 8069HC
RBF 600 Racing Brake Fluid - 500mL
Boiling point - Dry 312C (594F) / Wet 216C (421F)
Motul · Part no. 847205
RBF 660 Racing Brake Fluid - 500mL
Boiling point - Dry 325?C (617?F) / Wet 204?C (399?F)
Pentosin · Part no. 1244116
PENTOSIN Brake Fluid DOT 5.1 - 1L
Pentosin DOT 5.1 Class 7 Low Viscosity Brake Fluid. Ultra High-Performance Brake Fluid for hydraulic brake systems and clutch actuation in passenger cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
Pentosin · Part no. 1244204
PENTOSIN Brake Fluid DOT 5.1 - 5L
Pentosin DOT 5.1 Class 7 Low Viscosity Brake Fluid. Ultra High-Performance Brake Fluid for hydraulic brake systems and clutch actuation in passenger cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
Pentosin · Part no. 1204114
Super DOT4 Brake Fluid - 500mL
Boiling Point - Dry 265°C (509°F) / Wet >165°C (329°F)
Racingline · Part no. VWR69000BF1
RBF312 Racing Brake Fluid - 500ml
Highly refined Super DOT4 giving a significantly higher boiling point than a regular DOT5.1
Pads (13)
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-302-0027
034Motorsport Dynamic+ StreetSport Rear Brake Pad Set
Semi-metallic pads that offer low dust and noise for comfortable everyday use, while delivering high friction, superior modulation, and exceptional stopping power!
Akebono · Part no. EUR1898A
Euro Ceramic Brake Pad Set- Rear
For those looking for a low dust replacement brake pad
Retailer fitment note: Fits Up to 2020 Model Year Only
EBC · Part no. DP22290
Front Greenstuff Performance Brake Pad Set
Designed as a mildly upgraded pad, great for an afternoon of sporty driving.
EBC · Part no. DP22254
Rear GreenStuff Performance Brake Pad Set
Designed as a mildly upgraded pad, great for an afternoon of sporty driving.
EBC · Part no. DP32254C
Rear RedStuff Performance Brake Pad Set
A high performance street pad, featuring Kevlar technology.
EBC · Part no. DP42435R
Rear YellowStuff Performance Brake Pad Set
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance
EBC · Part no. DP32290CKT
RedStuff Performance Brake Pad Set - Front & Rear
A high performance street pad, featuring Kevlar technology.
EBC · Part no. DP42290RKT
YellowStuff Performance Brake Pad Set - Front & Rear
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance
ECS · Part no. EP24-1897
Front EP24 "Enthusiast Performance" Brake Pad Set
This enthusiast-developed high-performance street and light track pad offers an ideal solution for the spirited commuter and weekend autocross driver alike.
ECS · Part no. EP24-1898
Rear EP24 "Enthusiast Performance" Brake Pad Set
This enthusiast-developed high-performance street and light track pad offers an ideal solution for the spirited commuter and weekend autocross driver alike.
Hawk · Part no. HB866B.652
Rear HPS 5.0 Performance Brake Pad Set
Next generation high performance street brake pad offering greater stopping power and pedal feel, with very low dust.
iSWEEP · Part no. IS.XXX.R1554
ISWEEP Front Brake Pads - B9 Audi A4/A5
From low-dust daily driving to full race endurance, iSWEEP brake pads deliver precision-tuned compounds that give you the exact bite, control, and fade resistance your driving demands.
iSWEEP · Part no. IS.XXX.1555
ISWEEP Rear Brake Pads - B9 A4/S4/A5/S5/RS5/SQ5
From low-dust daily driving to full race endurance, iSWEEP brake pads deliver precision-tuned compounds that give you the exact bite, control, and fade resistance your driving demands.
Lines (5)
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-303-0025
Rear Stainless Steel Braided Lines - Pair B9/B9.5 Audi A4/S4, A5/S5/RS5, Q5/SQ5
Replace your stock rubber brake hoses with these performance-minded stainless steel braided lines
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-303-0015
Stainless Steel Braided Line Kit
Features telfon linings, stainless steel braided reinforcement, and a protective black PVC covering.
ECS · Part no. 019318ECS01KT
Front & Rear Exact-Fit Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Kit
Complete set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel
ECS · Part no. 019318ECS01
Front Exact-Fit Stainless Steel Brake Lines
Front set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel
ECS · Part no. 019318ECS02
Rear Exact-Fit Stainless Steel Brake Lines
Rear set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel
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