Volkswagen Golf III: tyre and wheel sizes (1991–1997)
Factory tyre sizes, wheel specs, bolt pattern and centre bore for the Volkswagen Golf III. Handy when buying winter or summer tyres and wheels.
Wheel specs
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 4x100 |
|---|---|
| Centre bore (CB) | 57.1 mm |
| Wheel fasteners (thread) | M12x1.5 |
| Wheel diameters | R13, R14, R15, R16 |
Factory tyre sizes
- 175/70R13
- 185/60R14
- 195/60R14
- 195/50R15
- 205/45R15
- 195/45R16
Wheels: width, diameter, offset (ET)
- 5.5Jx13 ET38
- 6Jx14 ET43
- 6Jx14 ET45
- 6Jx15 ET45
- 6.5Jx15 ET42
- 6.5Jx16 ET40
How to read the size
205/55R16: 205 is the tyre width in mm, 55 is the sidewall height as a percentage of the width, R16 is the rim diameter in inches. 6.5Jx16 ET45: 6.5-inch rim width, 16-inch diameter, 45 mm offset.
Data from the tirewheelguide.com reference (model year 1994). Sizes may differ by market and trim. The exact size for your car is on the placard in the driver's door opening or in the owner's manual.
FAQ
What tyre size fits the Volkswagen Golf III?
Factory sizes: 175/70R13, 185/60R14, 195/60R14, 195/50R15, 205/45R15, 195/45R16.
What is the Volkswagen Golf III bolt pattern?
4x100, centre bore 57.1 mm, fasteners M12x1.5.