2016 Volkswagen GTI Autobahn Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: Autobahn, Performance
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Your 2016 Volkswagen GTI Autobahn rides on a 5x112 bolt pattern shared with the Performance trim. The stock setup features an 18x7.5 wheel with a 51-millimeter offset. At ThreePiece.us, every wheel we offer for your GTI is verified to bolt on perfectly, and we ship free throughout the lower 48 states.
Finding the right upgrade wheels for your Autobahn is easy with our extensive selection from Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Petrol, Rotiform 1PC, and MRR. Whether you prefer the aggressive stance of nineteen-inch fitments or the classic appeal of seventeen-inch options, we stock compatible sizes across multiple widths to match your driving style and aesthetic goals.
2016 Volkswagen GTI Autobahn Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x112 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 57.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 18x7.5 wheels at a +51 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M14x1.5
Torque Spec
89 ft-lbs
TPMS
Yes
2016 Volkswagen GTI Autobahn Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17x6.5 | +35 to +50 | 205/50R17 | — |
| 17x7 | +35 to +52 | 225/45R17 | — |
| 18x7 | +35 to +52 | 225/40R18 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +35 to +50 | 225/45R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +35 to +52 | 225/40R18 | — |
| 19x7.5 | +35 to +52 | 225/35R19 | — |
| 17x8 | +35 to +48 | 225/45R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +35 to +50 | 225/40R18, 235/40R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +35 to +41 | 225/35R19 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 19x8 | +42 to +50 | 225/35R19 | — |
| 20x8 | +35 to +50 | 225/30R20 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +35 to +50 | 225/40R18 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +38 to +50 | 225/35R19 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 20x8.5 | +40 to +48 | 225/30R20 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Volkswagen GTI
- BBS — LM, RS, FI, CI-R
- Volk Racing — TE37, ZE40
- Work Wheels — Meister, Emotion
- TSW — Bathurst, Nurburgring
- Rotiform — FLG, OZR, BUC
- Enkei — RPF1, TS-V
Complete Your 2016 Volkswagen GTI Autobahn Build
- Volkswagen GTI coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volkswagen GTI exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volkswagen GTI suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volkswagen GTI brakes — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers