18-inch daily
- Front and rear
- 18 × 8 inch, ET45 · 225/40 R18
Fitment Industries documents this on H&R lowering springs. Check clearance at the actual ride height.
2011–2018 · saloon
Volkswagen Jetta / GLI Mk6 (A6) wheel fitment
The Mk6 Jetta is commonly fitted with square 18-inch wheels, from restrained road setups to lowered show cars. The GLI uses the same hub pattern, but its brakes and the car’s rear suspension specification still matter when checking clearance.
5x112 bolt pattern · 57.1 mm centre bore · Stock wheels: 15 × 6, 16 × 6.5, 17 × 7, 18 × 7.5 inch · Stock tyres: 195/65 R15, 205/55 R16, 225/45 R17, 225/40 R18
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S / entry models, 15-inch example | Front and rear | 15 × 6 inch, ET47 | 195/65 R15 |
| SE / TDI, early 16-inch example | Front and rear | 16 × 6.5 inch, ET50 | 205/55 R16 |
| SEL / 17-inch factory option | Front and rear | 17 × 7 inch, ET54 | 225/45 R17 |
| GLI, 18-inch factory option | Front and rear | 18 × 7.5 inch, ET51 | 225/40 R18 |
Explained in our guides
Read these before choosing wheels for the Jetta / GLI: 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.
18-inch wider daily
- Front and rear
- 18 × 8.5 inch, ET45 · 235/40 R18
A wheel and tyre package offered for the Mk6 GLI by ECS. Check the tyre shoulder on lowered cars and confirm the selected wheel clears the brakes.
19-inch show setup
- Front and rear
- 19 × 8.5 inch, ET35 · 235/35 R19
Documented on a 2015 Jetta with air suspension. Check clearance at driving height; do not treat the parked air-out position as a usable road height.
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 dimensions vary with market and model year; the listed rows are representative saloon combinations, not a VIN-specific build sheet.
- The Mk6 Jetta saloon guide does not cover the Golf-based Jetta SportWagen as the same body.
- Factory wheels use radius-seat bolts; many aftermarket wheels need taper-seat bolts of a specified length.
- The Mk7 GLI uses taller 225/45 R18 factory tyres. Its complete wheel-and-tyre package is not equivalent to a Mk6 225/40 R18 package.
- 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 Jetta / GLI. 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 S / entry models, 15-inch example front size. Choose your own trim or axle in the calculator if it differs.
Questions
What is the Mk6 Jetta bolt pattern?
5x112 with a 57.1 mm centre bore and M14x1.5 bolts.
Will 18x8.5 ET45 fit a Mk6 Jetta?
It is a common size. A 235/40 R18 package is sold for the Mk6 GLI, but lowered cars still need arch and liner checks.
What tyres go on factory 18-inch GLI wheels?
225/40 R18 on the Mk6 18x7.5 ET51 wheel.
What is the wheel bolt torque?
120 Nm for the original wheel bolt arrangement.
What wheel size does the Volkswagen Jetta / GLI Mk6 (A6) use?
Factory wheels are 15 × 6 inch, 16 × 6.5 inch, 17 × 7 inch and 18 × 7.5 inch, depending on trim. The stock table lists the offset for each.
What is the Volkswagen Jetta / GLI Mk6 (A6) centre bore?
57.1 mm. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings sized to it.
Specs checked against
- TireWheelGuide: 2012 Jetta specifications
- TireWheelGuide: Mk6 GLI factory sizes
- Andy’s Auto Sport: bolt pattern and fastener catalogue
- VW Jetta workshop wheel torque
- Jetta 2013 hardware and torque cross-check
- Fitment Industries: Mk6 owner setups
- ECS: Mk6 GLI wheel and tyre packages
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.