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Volkswagen Golf 8 tyre sizes

Factory tyre sizes for the Volkswagen Golf 8 as listed in the maker's official documents. Each of the 6 rows links its source document.

Some rows come from an official document of another country (DE). Your market's version may differ; compare with the door label.

Golf 8 Golf VIII (CD)2021

VersionhpTyreWheelSource
Golf195/65R156Jx15Document ↗DE
Life205/55R167Jx16Document ↗DE
Style225/45R177.5Jx17Document ↗DE
Style 1.4 eHybrid150205/55R167Jx16Document ↗DE
R-Line225/45R177.5Jx17Document ↗DE
(18 in wheel option)225/40R187.5Jx18Document ↗DE

Sizes that can replace 205/55R16

This is a calculation, not a factory approval. The list shows sizes whose overall diameter is within ±3%. Check your door label, certificate of conformity (CoC) or tyre shop before fitting.
225/50R16−0.1%
195/45R18+0.1%
225/45R17+0.4%195/65R15+0.4%215/40R18−0.4%
225/55R15−0.5%
185/55R17+0.5%
185/60R16−0.6%
205/60R15−0.8%
205/50R17+0.8%

FAQ

What tyre size does the Volkswagen Golf 8 use?

Factory tyre sizes listed in official documents for the Volkswagen Golf 8: 195/65R15, 205/55R16, 225/45R17, 225/40R18. The most common size is 205/55R16.

What wheel size does the Volkswagen Golf 8 have?

The Volkswagen Golf 8 was sold with 15, 16, 17, 18 inch wheels in the sourced versions. The number after R on your tyre's sidewall tells you which one you have.

Can I fit a different tyre size on the Volkswagen Golf 8?

A size whose overall diameter is within 3% of the factory size, with no lower load index or speed rating, usually fits. For final approval check the door label, CoC and your tyre shop.

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