Volkswagen LT wheel fitment — 2DM, 2DX0AE

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 1975–2005

If you only need the numbers for Volkswagen LT wheel fitment: The Volkswagen Lt 2DM, 2DX0AE (1975–2005) uses a 5x130 bolt pattern, 84.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~140 Nm. It accepts ~6J–7J wheels at ET60–ET75.

Volkswagen LT wheel fitment

Volkswagen LT wheel fitment comes down to two things: the factory hub spec, and how far the aftermarket width and offset can move from it. Both are here for the Volkswagen Lt 2DM, 2DX0AE (1975–2005).

Bolt pattern (PCD)	5x130
Centre bore	84.1 mm
Bolt / thread	M14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque	140 Nm
Seat type	radius
Factory setup	square
TPMS	indirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

Position	Width	Offset
Front	6J–7J	ET60–ET75

Width and offset move together: roughly 8 to 10 ET more for every extra 1J keeps the wheel inside the arch. Final offset and any spacer come from the fit-check.

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Overview

The second generation LT, produced by Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles from May 1996 to December 2005. It shared the body shell with the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter but featured Volkswagen Group engines and transmissions. The design incorporated a longitudinally mounted engine beneath a short hood and rear-wheel drive layout, marking a shift towards standard construction for larger transporters. This generation offered enclosed options like panel vans and compacts in three wheelbase lengths, alongside platform vehicles, crew cabs, and various undercarriage configurations.

History & notable variants

Introduced in 1996 as part of the joint venture between Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles, this LT generation featured a modernized design with direct-injection diesel engines for improved fuel efficiency. The driver cab was easily accessible behind the front axle, providing ample space between seats. Production ended in December 2005 after about nine years, leading to the launch of the Volkswagen Crafter.

Body styles & production

Produced

1975–2005

Trim levels

Typ 2D

Factory colours

steinblaunebioblau met. ( transp. )Indigoblue Pearl MetallicReflexsilber MetallicSchwarz SolidWeiss SolidBlack Magic PearlcayennegelbLeuchtororange Solid (Transp.)Tornadorot SolidIndienblau SolidREFLEXSILBER-MET.SHADOW BLUE-MET.BLACK MAGIC-MET.DRAGON GREEN-MET.TORNADOROTSCHWARZ AB 6/2001

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: Modernized design with direct-injection diesel engines for improved fuel efficiency; easy access to the driver cab behind the front axle
Cons: No specific weaknesses mentioned in the reference
Common issues: No well-documented reliability issues reported