Rims for Volkswagen Golf in Easy-to-Read Graphs

Average rim size per years

Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

    • Average rim diameter: 16.7 in. (424 mm)
    • Average rim width: 6.3 in. (160 mm)
    • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
    • Load to one rim: 337 kg (744 lbs)
    • Rim diameter to car height: 31%
    • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.07 hp/mm (0.79 kW/mm)
    • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9.42 mm to 1 mpg
    • Summary width of rims: 25 in. (635 mm)
    • Rim circumference: 52.4 in. per wheel (1331 mm)
    • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

Original 2017 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.4 TSI — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 1.0 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TGI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.6 TDI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • R 2.0 TSI — 7 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • GTI 2.0 TSI — 7 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • e-Golf 35.8 kWh — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • GTI TCR 2.0 TSI — 7.5 in. width and 19 in. diameter
  • 1.5 TSI ACT — 6 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI SCR — 6 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 1.5 TGI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.4 TSI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 1.0 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 TGI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • R 2.0 TSI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • GTI 2.0 TSI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • e-Golf 35.8 kWh — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • GTI TCR 2.0 TSI — 205 mm min and 235 mm max
  • 1.5 TSI ACT — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI SCR — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.5 TGI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.4 TSI — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.0 TSI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TGI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.6 TDI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • R 2.0 TSI — 17 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • GTI 2.0 TSI — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 12 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • e-Golf 35.8 kWh — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • GTI TCR 2.0 TSI — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
  • 1.5 TSI ACT — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI SCR — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.5 TGI — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.4 TSI 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    1.7 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    1.0 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 TGI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 TDI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 TDI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    R 2.0 TSI 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    1.2 mm to 1 Nm 38.9% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    GTI 2.0 TSI 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    1.3 mm to 1 Nm 38.9% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    GTD 2.0 TDI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.1 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    e-Golf 35.8 kWh 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.4 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    GTI TCR 2.0 TSI 7.5J x 19
    (191 x 483 mm)
    1.3 mm to 1 Nm 39.5% 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    30 in.
    (762 mm)
    1.5 TSI ACT 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    1.7 mm to 1 Nm 35.3% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 TDI SCR 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    1.3 mm to 1 Nm 35.3% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.5 TGI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TGI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle R 2.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 38.9%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle GTI 2.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 38.9%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle GTD 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle e-Golf 35.8 kWh
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle GTI TCR 2.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 7.5J x 19
    (191 x 483 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 39.5%
    Total rims circumference 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    Total rims width 30 in.
    (762 mm)
    Vehicle 1.5 TSI ACT
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.3%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI SCR
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.3%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.5 TGI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 17 in. (432 mm)
      • Average rim width: 7 in. (178 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 129 mph (207 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 377 kg (832 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 29%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.89 hp/mm (0.65 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 12 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 28 in. (711 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 53.4 in. per wheel (1356 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2017 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 2.0 TDI — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 1.8 TSI — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 2.0 TDI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 1.8 TSI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 2.0 TDI — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.8 TSI — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    2.0 TDI 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    1.3 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    1.8 TSI 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 16.3 in. (414 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6.1 in. (155 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 353 kg (778 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.01 hp/mm (0.74 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9.63 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 51.2 in. per wheel (1300 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2017 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 2.0 TDI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TGI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.0 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.6 TDI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • R 2.0 TSI — 7 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.5 TSI ACT — 6 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI SCR — 6 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 1.5 TGI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.8 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 2.0 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 TGI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.0 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • R 2.0 TSI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.5 TSI ACT — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI SCR — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.5 TGI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.8 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 2.0 TDI — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TGI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TSI — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 1.0 TSI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.6 TDI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • R 2.0 TSI — 17 hp per 1 in. (13 kW/in)
  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 12 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 1.5 TSI ACT — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI SCR — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.5 TGI — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.8 TSI — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    2.0 TDI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 TGI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.0 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 TDI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    R 2.0 TSI 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    1.1 mm to 1 Nm 38.9% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    GTD 2.0 TDI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.1 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.5 TSI ACT 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    1.7 mm to 1 Nm 35.3% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 TDI SCR 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    1.3 mm to 1 Nm 35.3% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.5 TGI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.8 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TGI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle R 2.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 38.9%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle GTD 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.5 TSI ACT
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.3%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI SCR
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.3%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.5 TGI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 16.8 in. (427 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6.5 in. (165 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 130 mph (210 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 365 kg (805 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 1.02 hp/mm (0.75 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9.49 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 26 in. (660 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 52.8 in. per wheel (1341 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2017 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.0 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.6 TDI SCR — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI SCR — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • R 2.0 TSI — 8 in. width and 19 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.0 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 TDI SCR — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI SCR — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • R 2.0 TSI — 215 mm min and 245 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.0 TSI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.6 TDI SCR — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI SCR — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • R 2.0 TSI — 15 hp per 1 in. (11 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.0 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 TDI SCR 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 TDI SCR 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    R 2.0 TSI 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)
    1.3 mm to 1 Nm 42.1% 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    32 in.
    (813 mm)
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI SCR
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI SCR
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle R 2.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 8J x 19
    (203 x 483 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.1%
    Total rims circumference 239 in.
    (6071 mm)
    Total rims width 32 in.
    (813 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15.2 in. (386 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6 in. (152 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 138 mph (222 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 338 kg (745 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.82 hp/mm (0.6 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 5.68 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 47.7 in. per wheel (1212 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 2013 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • GTE 1.4 TSI Hybrid — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.2 TSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.6 TDI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TGI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.0 TSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • GTE 1.4 TSI Hybrid — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.2 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 TGI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.0 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • GTE 1.4 TSI Hybrid — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 1.2 TSI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TSI — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 1.6 TDI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TGI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.0 TSI — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    GTE 1.4 TSI Hybrid 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    - 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.2 TSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.2 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 TSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 TDI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 TGI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.0 TSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle GTE 1.4 TSI Hybrid
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque -
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.2 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TGI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 16 in. (406 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6 in. (152 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 123 mph (198 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 315 kg (694 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 26%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.66 hp/mm (0.49 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 8.46 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 50.2 in. per wheel (1275 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2013 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.2 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.0 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.2 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.0 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.2 TSI — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.0 TSI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.2 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.0 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.2 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 17 in. (432 mm)
      • Average rim width: 7 in. (178 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 129 mph (208 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 341 kg (752 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 30%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.69 hp/mm (0.51 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9.19 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 28 in. (711 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 53.4 in. per wheel (1356 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2015 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.2 TSI — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TSI — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.2 TSI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 1.4 TSI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.2 TSI — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TSI — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.2 TSI 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    1.4 TSI 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    1.7 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    2.0 TDI 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    1.7 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 1.2 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 17 in. (432 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6 in. (152 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 136 mph (219 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 391 kg (862 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 29%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.97 hp/mm (0.71 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 53.4 in. per wheel (1356 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2013 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.6 TDI — 6 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI — 6 in. width and 17 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.6 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.6 TDI — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.6 TDI 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    1.7 mm to 1 Nm 35.3% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 TDI 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    1.1 mm to 1 Nm 35.3% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.3%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 17
    (152 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.3%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15.5 in. (394 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6.2 in. (157 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 144 mph (231 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 323 kg (712 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.8 hp/mm (0.59 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 7.88 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 25 in. (635 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 48.7 in. per wheel (1237 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 2013 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.2 TSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.0 TSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TGI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.6 TDI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.2 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.0 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 TGI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.2 TSI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.0 TSI — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TSI — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TGI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.6 TDI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.2 TSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.2 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.0 TSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 TGI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 TDI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    GTD 2.0 TDI 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    1.1 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 1.2 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TGI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle GTD 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 16 in. (406 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6 in. (152 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 134 mph (216 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 373 kg (823 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 29%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.84 hp/mm (0.62 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9.23 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 50.2 in. per wheel (1275 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2012 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.2 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.6 TDI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.2 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.2 TSI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TSI — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 1.6 TDI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.2 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2.3 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.7 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 TDI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 TDI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.3 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.2 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15 in. (381 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6 in. (152 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 133 mph (214 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 338 kg (746 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 24%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.77 hp/mm (0.57 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 10.58 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 47.1 in. per wheel (1196 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 2004 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.4 i 16V — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.6 — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.6 FSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.4 — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.4 i 16V — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 FSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.4 i 16V — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TSI — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.6 — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.6 FSI — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 1.4 — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.4 i 16V 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    3 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 TSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.6 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 FSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.9 TDI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 TDI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.2 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    - 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 FSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque -
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 16.2 in. (411 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6.1 in. (155 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 146 mph (235 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 328 kg (723 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 28%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.95 hp/mm (0.7 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 11.11 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 50.9 in. per wheel (1293 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2009 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.4 — 5.5 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.6 — 5.5 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.0 FSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • GTI 2.0 TSI — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI — 5.5 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 1.4 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.6 — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 2.0 FSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • GTI 2.0 TSI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • GTD 2.0 TDI — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TSI — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 1.4 — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.6 — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 FSI — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • GTI 2.0 TSI — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TSI — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    GTD 2.0 TDI 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    1.2 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    1.4 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.7 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 5.5J x 16
    (140 x 406 mm)
    3.1 mm to 1 Nm 34.4% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.6 5.5J x 16
    (140 x 406 mm)
    2.7 mm to 1 Nm 34.4% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    2.0 FSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    GTI 2.0 TSI 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    1.9 TDI 5.5J x 16
    (140 x 406 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 34.4% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    2.0 TDI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.3 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle GTD 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 16
    (140 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.4%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 16
    (140 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.4%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 FSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle GTI 2.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 16
    (140 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.4%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 16 in. (406 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6 in. (152 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 135 mph (218 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 336 kg (740 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 27%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.78 hp/mm (0.57 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 11.28 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 50.2 in. per wheel (1275 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 4 / 10

    Original 2007 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.4 TSI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.4 i 16V — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.6 i — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.4 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 i 16V — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 i — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.4 TSI — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 1.4 i 16V — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.6 i — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.4 TSI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.7 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 i 16V 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    3.1 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 i 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2.7 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.9 TDI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 TDI 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.3 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15.4 in. (391 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6.1 in. (155 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 155 mph (250 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 323 kg (711 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 26%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.88 hp/mm (0.65 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 10.86 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 48.4 in. per wheel (1229 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 2004 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.4 FSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TSI DSG — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.4 i 16V — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.4 TSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.6 FSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.6 i — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI 4Motion — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.0 FSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.0 GTI — 7 in. width and 17 in. diameter
  • 2.0 FSI 4Motion — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.0 SDI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI 4Motion — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • R32 — 7 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • 2.0 TDI DPF — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.4 FSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 TSI DSG — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 i 16V — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 TSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 FSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 i — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI 4Motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 FSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 GTI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 2.0 FSI 4Motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 SDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI 4Motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • R32 — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 2.0 TDI DPF — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.4 FSI — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TSI DSG — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 1.4 i 16V — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.4 TSI — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.6 FSI — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.6 i — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI 4Motion — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 FSI — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 2.0 GTI — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 2.0 FSI 4Motion — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 2.0 SDI — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI 4Motion — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • R32 — 14 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 2.0 TDI DPF — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.4 FSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 TSI DSG 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 i 16V 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    3 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 TSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 FSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 i 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.6 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.9 TDI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.8 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.9 TDI 4Motion 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 FSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 GTI 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    - 41.2% 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    2.0 FSI 4Motion 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 SDI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.7 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 TDI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.2 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 TDI 4Motion 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.3 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    R32 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    1.4 mm to 1 Nm 38.9% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    2.0 TDI DPF 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.1 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 FSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI DSG
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 i 16V
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 FSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI 4Motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 FSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 GTI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 17
    (178 x 432 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque -
    Rim width to diameter ratio 41.2%
    Total rims circumference 214 in.
    (5436 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 FSI 4Motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 SDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI 4Motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle R32
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 38.9%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI DPF
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15.4 in. (391 mm)
      • Average rim width: 6.1 in. (155 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 153 mph (247 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 311 kg (685 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 29%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.86 hp/mm (0.63 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 13.03 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 48.4 in. per wheel (1229 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1998 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 2.3 VR5 — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.8 — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.3 V5 — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.0 — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.4 16V — 6 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.6 — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.6 16V — 4.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.6 i 16V FSI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.8 4motion — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.8 T — 7 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 1.8 T 20 V — 7 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • 1.9 SDI — 6 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.0 4motion — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.3 VR5 4motion — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.3 V5 4motion — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 3.2 i VR6 24V RSI — 7 in. width and 18 in. diameter
  • 2.8 V6 4motion — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 2.3 VR5 — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.8 — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.3 V5 — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 16V — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.6 16V — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 i 16V FSI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.8 4motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.8 T — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 1.8 T 20 V — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 1.9 SDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 4motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.3 VR5 4motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.3 V5 4motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 3.2 i VR6 24V RSI — 195 mm min and 225 mm max
  • 2.8 V6 4motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 2.3 VR5 — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 1.8 — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 2.3 V5 — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 2.0 — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.4 16V — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.6 — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.6 16V — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.6 i 16V FSI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.8 4motion — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.8 T — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 1.8 T 20 V — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 1.9 SDI — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 2.0 4motion — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 2.3 VR5 4motion — 11 hp per 1 in. (8 kW/in)
  • 2.3 V5 4motion — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 3.2 i VR6 24V RSI — 13 hp per 1 in. (10 kW/in)
  • 2.8 V6 4motion — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    2.3 VR5 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.8 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.8 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.2 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.9 TDI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.3 V5 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.2 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 16V 6J x 14
    (152 x 356 mm)
    2.8 mm to 1 Nm 42.9% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    2.6 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.6 16V 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    2.4 mm to 1 Nm 32.1% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 i 16V FSI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.8 4motion 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.3 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.8 T 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 43.8% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    1.8 T 20 V 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 38.9% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    1.9 SDI 6J x 14
    (152 x 356 mm)
    2.7 mm to 1 Nm 42.9% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.9 TDI 4motion 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 4motion 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.2 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.3 VR5 4motion 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.8 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.3 V5 4motion 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    3.2 i VR6 24V RSI 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 38.9% 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    28 in.
    (711 mm)
    2.8 V6 4motion 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.3 VR5
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.3 V5
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 16V
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 14
    (152 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.9%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 16V
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 14
    (114 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 32.1%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 i 16V FSI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 4motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 T
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 16
    (178 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 43.8%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 T 20 V
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 38.9%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 SDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 14
    (152 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.9%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI 4motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 4motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.3 VR5 4motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.3 V5 4motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 3.2 i VR6 24V RSI
    Rim width and diameter 7J x 18
    (178 x 457 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 38.9%
    Total rims circumference 226 in.
    (5740 mm)
    Total rims width 28 in.
    (711 mm)
    Vehicle 2.8 V6 4motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 15.2 in. (386 mm)
      • Average rim width: 5.9 in. (150 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 134 mph (216 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 317 kg (698 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 26%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.79 hp/mm (0.58 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 14.85 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 24 in. (610 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 47.7 in. per wheel (1212 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1999 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.9 TDI — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.6 — 6 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 2.0 — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.4 16V — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.6 16V — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.9 SDI — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.3 V5 — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.0 i 4motion — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.3 V5 4motion — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter
  • 2.8 V6 4motion — 6 in. width and 16 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.9 TDI — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.6 — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.4 16V — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.6 16V — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.9 SDI — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.3 V5 — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 i 4motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.3 V5 4motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.8 V6 4motion — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.9 TDI — 9 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.6 — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.4 16V — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.6 16V — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.9 SDI — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 2.3 V5 — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 2.0 i 4motion — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 2.3 V5 4motion — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 2.8 V6 4motion — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.9 TDI 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.2 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.6 6J x 14
    (152 x 356 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 42.9% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.3 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.4 16V 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    3 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.6 16V 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    2.6 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.9 SDI 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    2.9 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.9 TDI 4motion 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.9 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.3 V5 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 i 4motion 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.3 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.3 V5 4motion 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    2 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.8 V6 4motion 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 37.5% 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 14
    (152 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 42.9%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4 16V
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 16V
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 SDI
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI 4motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.3 V5
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 i 4motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.3 V5 4motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.8 V6 4motion
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 16
    (152 x 406 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 37.5%
    Total rims circumference 201 in.
    (5105 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14 in. (356 mm)
      • Average rim width: 5 in. (127 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 118 mph (190 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 296 kg (653 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 25%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.76 hp/mm (0.56 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 13.69 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 20 in. (508 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 44 in. per wheel (1118 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1998 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 2.0i — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.8i — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.6i — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.8 i — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 2.0i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.8i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.6i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.8 i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 2.0i — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.8i — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.6i — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.8 i — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    2.0i 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.1 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.8i 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.6i 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.8 i 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.9 TDI 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    1.7 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 13.8 in. (351 mm)
      • Average rim width: 5 in. (127 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 139 mph (224 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 295 kg (651 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 25%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.81 hp/mm (0.6 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 10.97 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 20 in. (508 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 43.3 in. per wheel (1100 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1992 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.8 — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.4 — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 Syncro — 5.5 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 1.9 D — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.9 SDI — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TD,GTD — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 2.0 GTI 16V — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.0 Syncro — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 2.0 — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 2.8 VR6 — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.8 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.4 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 Syncro — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.9 D — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.9 SDI — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.9 TD,GTD — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 2.0 GTI 16V — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.0 Syncro — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 2.0 — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 2.8 VR6 — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.8 — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.4 — 4 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.6 — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.8 Syncro — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.9 D — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.9 SDI — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI — 7 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TD,GTD — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0 GTI 16V — 10 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
  • 2.0 Syncro — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 2.0 — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 2.8 VR6 — 12 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.8 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    2.3 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.4 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    2.8 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    2.4 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 Syncro 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    2.6 mm to 1 Nm 36.7% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.9 D 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    2.7 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.9 SDI 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    2.6 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.9 TDI 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.9 TD,GTD 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    2.4 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.9 TDI Syncro 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    1.8 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    2.0 GTI 16V 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    2.1 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.0 Syncro 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.1 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    2.0 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.1 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    2.8 VR6 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    2.9 VR6 Syncro 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.3 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 Syncro
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 15
    (140 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 36.7%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 D
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.7 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 SDI
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TD,GTD
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI Syncro
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 GTI 16V
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0 Syncro
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 2.8 VR6
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 2.9 VR6 Syncro
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 13.9 in. (353 mm)
      • Average rim width: 5.2 in. (132 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 138 mph (222 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 317 kg (700 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 25%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.7 hp/mm (0.51 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 10.09 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 21 in. (533 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 43.6 in. per wheel (1107 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1994 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.9 TDI — 5.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.4 — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 — 4.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 — 5.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.8 Syncro — 5.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.9 SDI — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TD — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.9 D — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 2.0 — 5.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro — 5.5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro — 6 in. width and 15 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.9 TDI — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.4 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.6 — 145 mm min and 175 mm max
  • 1.8 — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.8 Syncro — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.9 SDI — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.9 TD — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.9 D — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 2.0 — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro — 165 mm min and 195 mm max
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.9 TDI — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.4 — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.6 — 6 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.8 — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.8 Syncro — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 1.9 SDI — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TD — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.9 D — 5 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 2.0 — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro — 13 hp per 1 in. (9 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.9 TDI 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)
    1.5 mm to 1 Nm 39.3% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.4 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    2.8 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.6 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    2.4 mm to 1 Nm 34.6% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    18 in.
    (457 mm)
    1.8 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 39.3% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.8 Syncro 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 39.3% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.9 SDI 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.8 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.9 TD 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.9 D 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.9 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    2.0 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)
    2.1 mm to 1 Nm 39.3% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    1.9 TDI Syncro 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)
    1.8 mm to 1 Nm 39.3% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    22 in.
    (559 mm)
    2.9 VR6 Syncro 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    1.6 mm to 1 Nm 40% 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 39.3%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.4
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6
    Rim width and diameter 4.5J x 13
    (114 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.4 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 34.6%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 18 in.
    (457 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 39.3%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 Syncro
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 39.3%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 SDI
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TD
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 D
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.9 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 39.3%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI Syncro
    Rim width and diameter 5.5J x 14
    (140 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 39.3%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 22 in.
    (559 mm)
    Vehicle 2.9 VR6 Syncro
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 15
    (152 x 381 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.6 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 40%
    Total rims circumference 188 in.
    (4775 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14 in. (356 mm)
      • Average rim width: 5 in. (127 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 118 mph (190 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 320 kg (706 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 25%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.7 hp/mm (0.51 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 10.47 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 20 in. (508 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 44 in. per wheel (1118 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1994 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.6i — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.8 i — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.9 TDI — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 2.0i — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.6i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.8 i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.9 TDI — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 2.0i — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.6i — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.8 i — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.9 TDI — 6 hp per 1 in. (5 kW/in)
  • 2.0i — 8 hp per 1 in. (6 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.6i 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.8 i 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.5 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.9 TDI 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    1.8 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    2.0i 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.1 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.5 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 1.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 2.0i
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 13.5 in. (343 mm)
      • Average rim width: 4.9 in. (124 mm)
      • Max speed on original rims: 143 mph (230 km/h)
      • Load to one rim: 240 kg (529 lbs)
      • Rim diameter to car height: 97%
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.63 hp/mm (0.46 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9.27 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 20 in. (508 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 42.4 in. per wheel (1077 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1984 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.3 — 3.5 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.6 — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter
  • 1.6 D — 6 in. width and 13 in. diameter
  • 1.8 GTI 16V — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.3 — 125 mm min and 155 mm max
  • 1.6 — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • 1.6 D — 175 mm min and 205 mm max
  • 1.8 GTI 16V — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.3 — 4 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.6 — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
  • 1.6 D — 4 hp per 1 in. (3 kW/in)
  • 1.8 GTI 16V — 9 hp per 1 in. (7 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.3 3.5J x 13
    (89 x 330 mm)
    - 26.9% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    14 in.
    (356 mm)
    1.6 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.8 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    1.6 D 6J x 13
    (152 x 330 mm)
    - 46.2% 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    24 in.
    (610 mm)
    1.8 GTI 16V 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    2.1 mm to 1 Nm 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.3
    Rim width and diameter 3.5J x 13
    (89 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque -
    Rim width to diameter ratio 26.9%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 14 in.
    (356 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.8 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6 D
    Rim width and diameter 6J x 13
    (152 x 330 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque -
    Rim width to diameter ratio 46.2%
    Total rims circumference 163 in.
    (4140 mm)
    Total rims width 24 in.
    (610 mm)
    Vehicle 1.8 GTI 16V
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque 2.1 mm to 1 Nm
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf rims

      • Average rim diameter: 14 in. (356 mm)
      • Average rim width: 5 in. (127 mm)
      • Power in 1 mm of rim width: 0.59 hp/mm (0.43 kW/mm)
      • Rims diameter to fuel consumption: 9.62 mm to 1 mpg
      • Summary width of rims: 20 in. (508 mm)
      • Rim circumference: 44 in. per wheel (1118 mm)
      • Rimsley rating: 2 / 10

    Original 1980 Volkswagen Golf rim size

  • 1.6 — 5 in. width and 14 in. diameter

    Possible tire width

  • 1.6 — 155 mm min and 185 mm max
  • Disc diameter to power ratio

  • 1.6 — 5 hp per 1 in. (4 kW/in)
    Vehicle Rim width and diameter Rim diameter to torque Rim width to diameter ratio Total rims circumference Total rims width
    1.6 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    - 35.7% 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    20 in.
    (508 mm)
    Vehicle 1.6
    Rim width and diameter 5J x 14
    (127 x 356 mm)
    Rim diameter to torque -
    Rim width to diameter ratio 35.7%
    Total rims circumference 176 in.
    (4470 mm)
    Total rims width 20 in.
    (508 mm)