18-inch daily
- Front and rear
- 18 × 8.5 inch, ET43 · 235/40 R18
Documented Apex MQB road fitment. Confirm Golf R brake clearance for the chosen wheel design.
2014–2020 · hatchback / estate
Volkswagen Golf R Mk7 wheel fitment
The Mk7 Golf R uses the same wheel size on both axles, despite its four-wheel drive. Owners commonly move from the factory 19-inch package to wider 18-inch wheels for road and track tyres.
5x112 bolt pattern · 57.1 mm centre bore · Stock wheels: 18 × 7.5, 19 × 8 inch · Stock tyres: 225/40 R18, 235/35 R19
Updated 2026-10-04 · High source confidence. Check your exact trim and market. How we check specs
Quick specs
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Bolt pattern | |
| Stock tyre sizes | |
| Centre bore | 57.1 mm |
| Fastener and thread | Wheel bolt, M14x1.5 |
| Tightening torque | 120 Nm (confirm in your handbook) |
Stock wheels and tyres
Factory options vary by trim and market. Match your car to the row below and check its tyre placard before using it as a baseline.
| Trim | Axle | Wheel | Tyre |
|---|---|---|---|
| R, 18-inch Cadiz package, market dependent | Front and rear | 18 × 7.5 inch, ET51 | 225/40 R18 |
| R, 19-inch Cadiz / Pretoria package | Front and rear | 19 × 8 inch, ET50 | 235/35 R19 |
Explained in our guides
Read these before choosing wheels for the Golf R: they explain the offset, fitment and hub numbers in this guide.
- Wheel offset explained: choosing ET without guessingUnderstand positive and negative wheel offset, calculate inner clearance and outer position, and choose an ET using measurements from your own car.
- Flush, poke and tucked fitment: measure the whole tyreUnderstand flush, poked and tucked wheels, calculate how width and offset change the look, and check clearance beyond a parked side-on photograph.
- Hub-centric vs lug-centric wheels: choosing hub ringsLearn what hub rings do, how to specify their inner and outer diameters, and why centring, wheel seats and vibration need separate checks.
Popular community setups
Starting points for a build. Read the notes with each setup, especially if your car is lowered or has different brakes.
Wider road and track
- Front and rear
- 18 × 9 inch, ET42 · 255/35 R18
Apex MQB fitment. Wide tyres and lowered suspension can need the front arch screw modification and extra negative camber.
Width and offset guidance
Offset range
Check the exact setup
There is no confirmed range for this car yet. Compare a known wheel with your proposed size and measure both sides.
Common width limit
Measure before ordering
A maximum width has not been confirmed. Tyre shape, ride height and alignment all change the available space.
These figures belong to the setups described here. Combining the widest wheel with either end of the offset range does not guarantee a safe fit. For how ET moves the wheel in and out, read wheel offset explained; for how far the tyre can sit out, see flush, poke and tucked fitment.
Clearance notes
- Factory wheels use ball-seat bolts. Match the bolt seat and length to the replacement wheel; a matching thread alone is not sufficient.
- A larger aftermarket centre bore needs correctly sized hub rings; a smaller bore will not seat on the hub.
- Factory 18 and 19-inch packages are square. Keep the tyre specification consistent across all four wheels.
- Some 17-inch wheels clear the R brakes, but diameter alone does not establish clearance.
- The Golf R fuel filler routing differs from the GTI; GTI rear clearance warnings cannot simply be transferred between the two.
- Check full steering lock and suspension travel with the car loaded. Match wheel load rating, tyre load and speed ratings, fastener seats and brake clearance.
See it on your car.
Upload a photo and start with a look that suits the Golf R. Try the wheels, colour and stance before you spend on parts.
An AI preview shows the look. It cannot verify physical fitment.
Run the numbers
These tools start with the R, 18-inch Cadiz package, market dependent front size. Choose your own trim or axle in the calculator if it differs.
Questions
What is the Mk7 Golf R bolt pattern?
5x112, with a 57.1 mm centre bore and M14x1.5 bolts.
What is the Mk7 Golf R wheel bolt torque?
120 Nm for the factory wheel bolts.
Can I replace Mk7 Golf R 19-inch wheels with 18s?
Yes. VW offered 18x7.5 ET51 wheels with 225/40 R18 tyres, and brake-compatible 18x8.5 ET43 wheels with 235/40 R18 tyres are a documented aftermarket option.
Does the Mk7 Golf R use wider rear wheels?
No. Its main factory packages use identical wheel and tyre sizes front and rear.
What size tyres does the Volkswagen Golf R Mk7 have?
Factory tyre (tire) sizes for the 2014–2020 Volkswagen Golf R Mk7 are 225/40 R18 and 235/35 R19, depending on trim. Your tyre placard shows the size for your car.
What wheel size does the Volkswagen Golf R Mk7 use?
Factory wheels are 18 × 7.5 inch and 19 × 8 inch, depending on trim. The stock table lists the offset for each.
What is the Volkswagen Golf R Mk7 centre bore?
57.1 mm. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings sized to it.
Specs checked against
- Tire Wheel Guide: 2018 Volkswagen Golf R
- Weds: Volkswagen hub, PCD and bolt application chart
- Volkswagen Golf Mk7 owner manual: wheel bolts
- Continental: wheel bolt torque chart, June 2015
- Apex: Mk7 MQB fitment guide, including Golf R differences
This guide is a starting point, not a fitment guarantee. Specs can differ by market, trim and previous modifications. Confirm all sizes, clearances and fastener requirements with a qualified wheel and tyre professional before buying or fitting parts.
Related cars
More guides from Volkswagen or cars with the same bolt pattern. A matching pattern alone does not make a wheel interchangeable.