What size wheels fit a Volkswagen Tiguan (II) (AD/BW) Facelift?

Roughly 6.5J–9.5J (ET-18–ET40).

How many Volkswagen Tiguan are there on UK roads?

Approximately 346,945 Volkswagen Tiguan are licensed in the UK, according to DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025).

Volkswagen Tiguan wheel fitment — II AD/BW Facelift

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2007–present

Volkswagen Tiguan wheel fitment at a glance — The Volkswagen Tiguan (II) (AD/BW) Facelift (2007–present) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~6.5J–9.5J wheels at ET-18–ET40.

Overview

The Volkswagen Tiguan (II) AD/BW Facelift is a compact crossover SUV produced by Volkswagen since September 2015. It utilizes the MQB A2 platform and underwent a facelift in June 2020 to enhance its design, technology, and performance features. The second generation Tiguan offers two wheelbase variants: short-wheelbase (SWB) for five passengers and long-wheelbase (LWB) with optional third-row seating for up to seven passengers.

Volkswagen Tiguan wheel fitment

Volkswagen Tiguan wheel fitment for the Volkswagen Tiguan (II) (AD/BW) Facelift (2007–present): the factory PCD, centre bore and bolt spec, then the aftermarket width and offset window we fit to.

Bolt pattern (PCD)	5x112
Centre bore	57.1 mm
Bolt / thread	M14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque	120 Nm
Seat type	radius
Factory setup	square
TPMS	indirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

Position	Width	Offset
Front	6.5J–9.5J	ET-18–ET40

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

~346,945 Volkswagen Tiguan licensed on UK roads — top 1% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 346,945 Volkswagen Tiguan on UK roads, placing it in the top 1% of car models by volume across our fitment database.

That makes Volkswagen Tiguan 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.

Performance

Variant	Power	0–62 mph	Top speed
Tiguan R	320 hp	4.9 s

Dimensions

Length	4427 mm
Width	1809 mm
Height	1666 mm
Wheelbase	2604 mm

Body styles & production

Body styles	5-door SUV
Produced	2007–present

Trim levels

SSESELSEL Premium

History & notable variants

The facelifted version of the Volkswagen Tiguan was unveiled in June 2020, featuring a refreshed exterior design including new headlamps, radiator grille, and broader bumper intakes. The interior received updates such as a multifunction 'digital' steering wheel and a redesigned center dashboard with VW’s MIB3 software. Additionally, the facelift introduced performance variants like the Tiguan R and Tiguan eHybrid.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: Improved interior space; Advanced technology features
Cons: Limited third-row seating options on AWD models in North America