Volkswagen GTI Bolt Pattern
Catalog records for Volkswagen GTI use two bolt patterns: 5×100 for 1999–2006 and 5×112 for 2007–2015.
Figures come from the wheel catalog. Confirm them on the vehicle before buying hardware.
Bolt-pattern variants
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Bolt pattern
Bolt pattern by year range
| Years | Bolt pattern | Center bore | Thread |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–2015 | 5×112 | 57.1 mm | M14 x 1.5 |
| 1999–2006 | 5×100 | 57.1 mm | M14 x 1.5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the bolt pattern on a Volkswagen GTI?
Catalog records for the Volkswagen GTI use two bolt patterns: 5×100 for 1999–2006 and 5×112 for 2007–2015.
Does the Volkswagen GTI have more than one bolt pattern?
Yes. Catalog records show two bolt patterns: 5×112 (2007–2015); 5×100 (1999–2006). Choose the pattern that matches the vehicle you have.
Why can the same GTI have different bolt patterns?
Generation, year range, and configuration can change the hub. Catalog records for the Volkswagen GTI list 5×112 for 2007–2015 and 5×100 for 1999–2006. Do not assume later years match earlier years.
What years use 5×112 on the Volkswagen GTI?
Catalog records show 5×112 for 2007–2015 (9 years).
What years use 5×100 on the Volkswagen GTI?
Catalog records show 5×100 for 1999–2006 (8 years).
How many lugs does the Volkswagen GTI have?
Catalog records show 5 lugs on 5×112 (2007–2015); 5 lugs on 5×100 (1999–2006).
What does 5×112 mean?
5×112 means 5 lug positions on a 112 mm pitch circle. The first number is lug count; the second is the pitch circle diameter in millimetres.
What does 5×100 mean?
5×100 means 5 lug positions on a 100 mm pitch circle. The first number is lug count; the second is the pitch circle diameter in millimetres.
What is the Volkswagen GTI center bore?
Catalog records show 57.1 mm.
What thread size does the Volkswagen GTI use?
Catalog records show M14 x 1.5.
Does the Volkswagen GTI use lug nuts or lug bolts?
Catalog records for the Volkswagen GTI list lug bolts with M14 x 1.5 thread.
Is 5×112 the same as 5×4.41?
Yes. 5×112 and 5×4.41 describe the same bolt circle: 5 lugs on 112 mm (4.41 in). Use either notation when comparing wheels.
Is 5×100 the same as 5×3.94?
Yes. 5×100 and 5×3.94 describe the same bolt circle: 5 lugs on 100 mm (3.94 in). Use either notation when comparing wheels.
Can I use wheels with a different bolt pattern on a Volkswagen GTI?
Only with a bolt-on wheel adapter from the vehicle pattern (5×112 or the other recorded pattern) to the wheel pattern. Adapters are directional. Confirm thickness, center bore, thread, stud engagement, clearance, and load rating. Hub swaps and redrilling are not equivalent shortcuts.
What adapter do I need to change from 5×112 to another pattern?
You need a directed adapter whose source pattern is 5×112 and whose target pattern matches the wheels. 5×112 to another circle is not the same as the reverse unless the catalog lists both directions. Pick the target on this page; thickness is not chosen automatically.
What wheel spacers fit this bolt pattern?
Spacers must match the vehicle bolt pattern (5×112 or 5×100). Choose thickness for clearance and offset. Matching the pattern is not a claim that a given spacer fits the vehicle.
Do I need hub-centric rings on a Volkswagen GTI?
Only when the wheel center bore is larger than the vehicle hub. Catalog records show 57.1 mm. Rings fill that gap. They do not fix every vibration issue and they do not change bolt pattern.
What hub ring size do I need for a Volkswagen GTI?
The ring is wheel center bore (outer) to vehicle hub (inner). Enter the bore stamped on the wheel. Catalog matches are exact outer and inner millimetres, not nearby sizes.
Can a hub ring make a smaller wheel bore fit a larger hub?
No. A hub ring only fills a wheel bore that is larger than the hub. A smaller wheel bore cannot be opened with a ring.
What lug bolts should I buy for a Volkswagen GTI?
Match the recorded thread. Catalog records show M14 x 1.5. Fastener type: lug bolts. Seat style and length are not in this catalog — confirm those on the wheel before ordering.
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