
Volkswagen Caddy wheel fitment — V SK
Overview
The Volkswagen Caddy is a leisure activity vehicle and panel van produced by the German automaker Volkswagen Group since 1979, sold in Europe and other markets around the world. The first generation (Typ 14) was based on the Volkswagen Group A1 platform shared with the Golf Mk1 and featured coupe utility and van body styles. It was introduced as the Rabbit Pickup in North America from 1978 to 1984, while the Caddy nameplate debuted in Europe in 1982. The second generation (Typ 9K/9U) was derived from the SEAT Ibiza platform and offered improved safety features such as driver airbags and ABS. The third generation (Typ 2K), introduced in 2003, shares modules with the Golf Mk5 and Touran, offering a more aerodynamic design and various body styles including Panel Van, Window Panel Van, Kombi, Caddy Life, and Caddy Tramper.
Volkswagen Caddy wheel fitment
Volkswagen Caddy wheel fitment for the Volkswagen Caddy (V) SK (2020–2026): the factory PCD, centre bore and bolt spec, then the aftermarket width and offset window we fit to.
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x112 |
| Centre bore | 57.1 mm |
| Bolt / thread | M14x1.5 (bolts) |
| Wheel-bolt torque | 120 Nm |
| Seat type | radius |
| Factory setup | square |
| TPMS | indirect |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 6J–8.5J | ET5–ET50 |
As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8–10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.
UK popularity & demand
Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 10,421 Volkswagen Caddy on UK roads, placing it in the top 14% of car models by volume across our fitment database.
That makes Volkswagen Caddy wheel fitment a high-demand spec to keep in stock. It is one reason we track it here.
Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9 TDI | 1.9L I4 SOHC 8v | diesel | 88 hp | FWD |
| 1.6 MPI | 1.6L I4 SOHC 8v | petrol | 73 hp | FWD |
| 1.6 SPI | 1.6L I4 SOHC 8v | petrol | 70 hp | FWD |
| 1.9 D | 1.9L I4 SOHC 8v | diesel | 63 hp | FWD |
| 1.9 SDI | 1.9L I4 SOHC 8v | diesel | 61 hp | FWD |
| 1.4 MPI | 1.4L I4 SOHC 8v | petrol | 55 hp | FWD |
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0–62 mph | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 MPI | 55 hp | 14.9 s | 94 mph |
| 1.6 SPI | 70 hp | 17.5 s | 95 mph |
| 1.9 SDI | 61 hp | 20.1 s | 90 mph |
| 1.9 TDI | 88 hp | 14.4 s | 101 mph |
| 1.6 MPI | 73 hp | 12.5 s | 99 mph |
| 1.9 D | 63 hp | 16.5 s | 93 mph |
Dimensions
| Length | 4380 mm |
| Width | 1640 mm |
| Height | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2625 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1000 kg |
Body styles & production
| Body styles | Panel Van, Window Panel Van, Kombi, Caddy Life, Caddy Tramper |
| Produced | 2020–2026 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The third generation of Volkswagen Caddy debuted at the RAI Commercial Vehicle Show in Amsterdam in October 2003. It was built on a platform shared with the Golf Mk5 and Touran, featuring a more aerodynamic design compared to its predecessor. The model has been well-received, winning awards such as Professional Van and Light Truck Magazine's Small Van of the Year (UK) in both 2007 and 2008.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Aerodynamic design, improved safety features, various body styles
- Cons: null
- Common issues: null