Volkswagen Passat (Vii) 3C, 3c side profile — Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment

Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment — Vii 3C, 3c

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2005–2010
Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment in one line: The Volkswagen Passat (Vii) 3C, 3c (2005–2010) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~6J–9J wheels at ET30–ET48.

Overview

The Volkswagen Passat (Vii) 3C, also known as the B8 generation, is a mid-size car produced by Volkswagen from 2005 to 2010. It was manufactured in Germany and China, with production lines in Wolfsburg and Nanjing respectively. The B8 Passat marked a significant shift towards modern design and technology, featuring an advanced platform that offered improved handling and fuel efficiency compared to its predecessor. This generation saw the introduction of new engine options and enhanced safety features, positioning it as a competitive offering in the large family car segment.

Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment

Start with the hub. The Volkswagen Passat (Vii) 3C, 3c spec table gives the bolt pattern and bore; the second table is the aftermarket window for Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment.

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–9JET30–ET48

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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UK popularity & demand

~175,564 Volkswagen Passat licensed on UK roads — top 2% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 175,564 Volkswagen Passat on UK roads, placing it in the top 2% of car models by volume across our fitment database.

With that many on the road, Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment is a spec fitters see constantly. We keep it current for that reason.

Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.

Dimensions

Kerb weight1,451 to 1,725 kg

Source: EU type-approval data (EEA).

Body styles & production

Produced2005–2010

Trim levels

EleganceComfortlineHighline

Factory colours

Stormbeige MetallicSilverstone Gray PearlPlatinum Gray MetallicDeep Black PearlPacific Blue PearlFrescogruen MetallicMocha Brown PearlSchwarzReflex Silver MetallicGranite Green MetallicSalsa RedBlue Silver MetallicUranograuDeep Blue PearlIndigo Blue PearlArctic Blue Silver MetallicPlanet Silver MetallicInky Blue PearlDerby Green PearlCobalt Blue Pearl

History & notable variants

The development of the B8 Passat was aimed at rejuvenating Volkswagen's mid-size sedan lineup with contemporary styling and advanced technology. It received a facelift (LCI) in 2007 to update its appearance and add new features, including revised front and rear ends, enhanced interior materials, and additional safety equipment such as ESP stability control and adaptive cruise control. The B8 Passat was also available with the 4Motion all-wheel drive system.

Reliability & owner notes