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Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment — Viii Alltrack 3C

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2010–2015
Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment at a glance — The Volkswagen Passat (Viii) Alltrack 3C (2010–2015) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~7J–9.5J wheels at ET25–ET42.

Overview

The Volkswagen Passat Alltrack is part of the eighth generation (VIII) of the Passat series. It was introduced as an all-wheel-drive variant with increased ground clearance and off-road capabilities, making it suitable for both urban driving and light off-roading. The Alltrack is based on the MQB platform, which offers improved fuel efficiency and a more modern interior compared to its predecessor. Production took place from 2014 to 2019.

Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment

Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment for the Volkswagen Passat (Viii) Alltrack 3C (2010–2015): 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
Front7J–9.5JET25–ET42

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

~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.

That makes Volkswagen Passat 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
3C 2.0TDI R-Line Alltrack2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI Sport Alltrack SE2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI SE Alltrack SE2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI Highline Alltrack SE2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI R-Line Alltrack BlueMotionTech2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI Trendline Alltrack BlueMotionTech2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI Sport Alltrack BlueMotionTech2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI SE Alltrack BlueMotionTech2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI Highline Alltrack BlueMotionTech2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI Trendline Alltrack2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI Sport Alltrack2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI SE Alltrack2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI Highline Alltrack2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI BlueMotionTech Alltrack2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI Alltrack2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel177 hp4Motion
3C 1.8TSI1.8L turbocharged direct injection (TFSI)petrol170 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI BlueMotionTech2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel148 hp4Motion
3C 2.0TDI2.0L turbocharged diesel (TDI)diesel148 hp4Motion

Performance

VariantPower0–62 mphTop speed
3C 2.0TDI Alltrack177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI BlueMotionTech Alltrack177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI Highline Alltrack177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI SE Alltrack177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI Sport Alltrack177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI Trendline Alltrack177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI R-Line Alltrack177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI Highline Alltrack BlueMotionTech177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI SE Alltrack BlueMotionTech177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI Sport Alltrack BlueMotionTech177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI Trendline Alltrack BlueMotionTech177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI R-Line Alltrack BlueMotionTech177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI Highline Alltrack SE177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI SE Alltrack SE177 hp8.5 s130 mph
3C 2.0TDI Sport Alltrack SE177 hp8.5 s130 mph

Body styles & production

Body stylesWagon
Produced2010–2015

Trim levels

Alltrack

Factory colours

Reef Blue MetallicOryxweiss PerleffektPlatinum Gray MetallicDeep Black PearlPacific Blue PearlGlacier Blue MetallicFrescogruen MetallicMocha Brown PearlSchwarzReflex Silver MetallicGranite Green MetallicSalsa RedBlue Silver MetallicUranograuKaschimbraun MetallicDeep Blue PearlSilver Leaf White Gold MetallicIndigo Blue PearlArctic Blue Silver MetallicSapphire Blue Pearl

History & notable variants

The Passat Alltrack was introduced in 2014 as part of Volkswagen's strategy to expand into the crossover SUV market while maintaining the brand's traditional strengths in practicality and efficiency. It received a mid-cycle refresh (LCI) in 2017, which included cosmetic updates and minor improvements.

Reliability & owner notes