Volkswagen Golf (Vi) Variant 1KM side profile — Volkswagen Golf wheel fitment

Volkswagen Golf wheel fitment — Vi Variant 1KM

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2007–2013
Volkswagen Golf wheel fitment at a glance — The Volkswagen Golf (Vi) Variant 1KM (2007–2013) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~6J–9J wheels at ET32–ET54.

Overview

The Volkswagen Golf (Mk7) is a compact car/small family car produced by Volkswagen since September 2012, marking the seventh generation of this iconic model. Built on the new MQB platform shared with Audi A3, SEAT Leon, and Škoda Octavia, it offers improved dimensions and weight reduction over its predecessor while maintaining high performance standards. The Mk7 Golf is available in various body styles including hatchback and estate (Variant) configurations, catering to diverse market needs from economy to high-performance segments.

Volkswagen Golf wheel fitment

Volkswagen Golf wheel fitment for the Volkswagen Golf (Vi) Variant 1KM (2007–2013): the factory PCD, centre bore and bolt spec, then the aftermarket width and offset window we fit to.

Bolt pattern (PCD)5x112
Centre bore57.1 mm
Bolt / threadM14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque120 Nm
Seat typeradius
Factory setupsquare
TPMSindirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

PositionWidthOffset
Front6J–9JET32–ET54

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.

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UK popularity & demand

~944,531 Volkswagen Golf licensed on UK roads — top 1% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 944,531 Volkswagen Golf on UK roads, placing it in the top 1% of car models by volume across our fitment database.

That makes Volkswagen Golf 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

VariantEngineFuelPowerDrive
Golf R 2.0 TSI2.0L EA888 turbo petrolpetrol220 hp4Motion
GTI 2.0 TSI2.0L EA888 turbo petrolpetrol154 hpFWD
320d2.0L B47 turbo dieseldiesel150 hpFWD
GTD 2.0 TDI2.0L EA888 turbo dieseldiesel150 hpFWD
Golf GTE1.4L TSI petrol + electric motor150 hpFWD

Performance

VariantPower0–62 mphTop speed
320d150 hp8.9 s130 mph
GTI 2.0 TSI154 hp7.1 s149 mph
GTD 2.0 TDI150 hp8.3 s134 mph
Golf R 2.0 TSI220 hp5.1 s155 mph
Golf GTE150 hp7.6 s130 mph

Body styles & production

Body stylesHatchback, Touring (Variant)
Produced2007–2013

Trim levels

GolfGTIR

Factory colours

Ginster YellowSurfblauImola YellowSilverstone Gray PearlAvocado Green PearlPlatinum Gray MetallicDeep Black PearlCopper Orange MetallicFrescogruen MetallicMocha Brown PearlSage Green MetallicSchwarzReflex Silver MetallicCinza Cosmos MetallicSalsa RedUranograuShark Blue MetallicSarantos TurquoiseGreen Collection PearlSunset Red Metallic

History & notable variants

Introduced at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, the seventh-generation Golf represents a significant evolution with its MQB platform, offering enhanced driving dynamics and efficiency. Notable for its lightweight construction and advanced engine options, it includes performance variants like the GTI Clubsport (265 PS) and the record-breaking Golf R (300 PS). The Mk7 has been recognized for safety and received a Top Safety Pick award from IIHS in 2012.

Reliability & owner notes