Volkswagen Crafter wheel fitment — Ii SYN2E, SYMVE
Overview
The Volkswagen Crafter II generation is a light commercial vehicle produced by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles since 2017. It marks the end of collaboration with Mercedes-Benz and represents a significant shift in design, manufacturing, and platform independence for Volkswagen. Built on the Modular Light Commercial Vehicle (MNB) platform, it offers various body styles including panel vans, minibuses, chassis cabs, and crew cabs. The Crafter II is manufactured at the Września Plant in Poland, with production capacity of 85,000 units annually. This generation features improved aerodynamics, enhanced safety systems, and a range of diesel engines compliant with Euro emission standards.
Volkswagen Crafter wheel fitment
Volkswagen Crafter wheel fitment for the Volkswagen Crafter (Ii) SYN2E, SYMVE (2017–2026): the factory PCD, centre bore and bolt spec, then the aftermarket width and offset window we fit to.
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x120 |
| Centre bore | 65.1 mm |
| Bolt / thread | M14x1.5 (bolts) |
| Wheel-bolt torque | 160 Nm |
| Seat type | radius |
| Factory setup | square |
| TPMS | indirect |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 6.5J–8J | ET25–ET60 |
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 588 Volkswagen Crafter on UK roads, placing it in the top 36% of car models by volume across our fitment database.
That makes Volkswagen Crafter 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 BiTDI CR 179 PS | 2.0L B47 turbo diesel | diesel | 179 hp | 4Motion |
| 2.0 BiTDI CR 163 PS | 2.0L B47 turbo diesel | diesel | 163 hp | 4Motion |
| 2.0 TDI CR 140 PS | 2.0L B47 turbo diesel | diesel | 140 hp | RWD |
| 2.5 TDI CR 136 PS | 2.5L R5 TDI with DPF | diesel | 136 hp | RWD |
| 2.0 TDI CR 136 PS | 2.0L B47 turbo diesel | diesel | 136 hp | RWD |
| 2.5 TDI CR 109 PS | 2.5L R5 TDI with DPF | diesel | 109 hp | RWD |
| 2.0 TDI CR 109 PS | 2.0L B47 turbo diesel | diesel | 109 hp | RWD |
| Electric motor | Synchronous permanent magnet AC motor | electric | 100 hp | RWD |
| 2.5 TDI CR 88 PS | 2.5L R5 TDI with DPF | diesel | 88 hp | RWD |
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0–62 mph | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric motor | 100 hp | 8.9 s | 50 mph |
Dimensions
| Length | 5245 mm |
| Width | 1993 mm |
| Height | 2365 mm |
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Body styles & production
| Body styles | Panel van, Minibus, Cab chassis, Crew cab |
| Produced | 2017–2026 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The second-generation Volkswagen Crafter was unveiled as an entirely new design by Volkswagen, breaking away from the previous partnership with Mercedes-Benz that saw the first generation rebadged Sprinter models. The 2017 model year introduction marked significant advancements in technology and styling, aligning more closely with Volkswagen's current aesthetic language. Notable features include a revised engine lineup, increased payload capacities, and the launch of electric variants such as the e-Crafter and MAN TGE’s all-electric variant, the eTGE.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Improved aerodynamics, enhanced safety features, independent design and manufacturing
- Cons: Limited information on specific performance metrics
- Common issues: No well-documented reliability issues mentioned