18-inch daily
- Front and rear
- 18 × 8 inch, ET45 · 235/45 R18
Documented by a 2019 GLI owner on Enkei wheels. Verify the specific wheel clears the GLI brakes.
2019–present · saloon
Volkswagen Jetta / GLI Mk7 (A7) wheel fitment
The Mk7 Jetta and GLI commonly use square 18-inch aftermarket wheels. Their factory tyres are taller than the equivalent Mk6 sizes, so a wheel swap should preserve the Mk7 rolling diameter.
5x112 bolt pattern · 57.1 mm centre bore · Stock wheels: 16 × 6.5, 17 × 7, 18 × 7.5 inch · Stock tyres: 205/60 R16, 205/55 R17, 225/45 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 / SE, 16-inch example | Front and rear | 16 × 6.5 inch, ET46 | 205/60 R16 |
| SEL / 17-inch example | Front and rear | 17 × 7 inch, ET46 | 205/55 R17 |
| GLI, standard 18-inch | Front and rear | 18 × 7.5 inch, ET49 | 225/45 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 road setup
- Front and rear
- 18 × 8.5 inch, ET45 · 235/45 R18
An ECS-listed Mk7 Jetta package and owner-gallery size. Check outer clearance if lowered.
18-inch lowered setup
- Front and rear
- 18 × 8.5 inch, ET45 · 225/45 R18
ThreePiece documents this with Rotiform wheels and H&R springs. Tyre model and ride height still determine rubbing clearance.
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
- The GLI brake package requires wheel-specific clearance checks; a wheel sold for the ordinary Jetta is not automatically approved for the GLI.
- Use the tyre placard and factory wheel markings for the particular market and facelift. The stock rows are confirmed early Mk7 examples, not a complete list of every later trim.
- Factory bolts use radius seats; replacement wheel hardware must match the seat and required engagement.
- Do not copy the Mk6 GLI’s 225/40 R18 factory tyre size without checking the change in rolling diameter.
- 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 / SE, 16-inch example front size. Choose your own trim or axle in the calculator if it differs.
Questions
What is the Mk7 Jetta GLI bolt pattern?
5x112, with a 57.1 mm centre bore and M14x1.5 wheel bolts.
What is the standard GLI 18-inch wheel size?
18x7.5 ET49, with 225/45 R18 tyres on the documented Mk7 factory combination.
Is 18x8.5 ET45 a common Mk7 fitment?
Yes. Both 225/45 R18 lowered setups and 235/45 R18 road packages are documented. Check brake and arch clearance.
What torque do the wheel bolts need?
The 2019 Jetta handbook specifies 120 Nm for original steel and alloy wheels.
What size tyres does the Volkswagen Jetta / GLI Mk7 (A7) have?
Factory tyre (tire) sizes for the 2019–present Volkswagen Jetta / GLI Mk7 (A7) are 205/60 R16, 205/55 R17 and 225/45 R18, depending on trim. Your tyre placard shows the size for your car.
What is the Volkswagen Jetta / GLI Mk7 (A7) centre bore?
57.1 mm. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings sized to it.
Specs checked against
- VW 2019 Jetta handbook: wheel torque
- TireWheelGuide: 2019 Jetta stock dimensions
- TireWheelGuide: 2019 GLI stock dimensions
- ThreePiece: Mk7 hardware and owner setups
- H&R Jetta application specifications
- ECS: Mk7 18x8.5 ET45 package
- 2019 GLI owner wheel and tyre report
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.