What size wheels fit a Volkswagen (T4) 7DZ?

Roughly 6.5J–8.5J (ET33–ET51).

How many Volkswagen Transporter are there on UK roads?

Approximately 16,862 Volkswagen Transporter are licensed in the UK, according to DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025).

Volkswagen Transporter wheel fitment — T4 7DZ

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 1990–2003

Quick answer on Volkswagen Transporter wheel fitment: The Volkswagen (T4) 7DZ (1990–2003) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~6.5J–8.5J wheels at ET33–ET51.

Volkswagen Transporter wheel fitment

Volkswagen Transporter wheel fitment for the Volkswagen (T4) 7DZ (1990–2003): 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–8.5J	ET33–ET51

Go wider and the offset has to rise with it, about 8 to 10 ET per extra 1J, or the wheel pokes past the arch. The fit-check settles the exact offset and any spacer.

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UK popularity & demand

~16,862 Volkswagen Transporter licensed on UK roads — top 11% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 16,862 Volkswagen Transporter on UK roads, placing it in the top 11% of car models by volume across our fitment database.

That makes Volkswagen Transporter 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.

Overview

The Volkswagen Transporter (T4), marketed in North America as the Volkswagen EuroVan, is a van produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles between 1990 and 2004. It succeeded the Volkswagen Type 2 (T3) and was superseded by the Volkswagen Transporter (T5). The T4 marked a significant shift for Volkswagen with its front-mounted, water-cooled engine layout, which replaced the air-cooled rear-engine design of previous models. Available in various body styles including vans, pickups, campervans, and special vehicles like ambulances, the T4 was known for its versatility and adaptability to different markets and uses.

Dimensions

Length	4,707 to 5,107 mm
Width	1,840 mm
Wheelbase	2,920 to 3,320 mm

Source: Volkswagen Transporter (T4), en.wikipedia.org.

Body styles & production

Body styles	4-door van, 5-door van, 6-door van, 2-door pickup platform, 3-door pickup platform, 4-door pickup platform
Produced	1990–2003
Units produced	1,900,000

Trim levels

CLGLGLSMV WeekenderWestfalia Camperised

Factory colours

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History & notable variants

Introduced in 1990, the T4 was a major departure from earlier Volkswagen vans with its front-engine layout. This change was prompted by the success of similar moves in passenger cars but delayed due to internal decisions favoring rear-engined designs. The T4 underwent a significant facelift in 1996 to accommodate the VR6 engine, leading to short and long-nose versions (T4a and T4b). Production ceased in 2003 after nearly 14 years of manufacturing.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: Front-engine layout, versatile body styles, water-cooled engine
Cons: Higher maintenance costs compared to air-cooled predecessors
Common issues: Engine and transmission issues in older models