1980 Volkswagen Rabbit Wheels & Rims
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The 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit in Base, Custom, and Deluxe trims rolls on 4x100 bolt pattern wheels. Your stock setup uses 13x4.5 sizing, and we've verified every wheel in our inventory to bolt directly onto your Rabbit. Browse our selection from trusted brands like Enkei, Work Wheels, and Heritage Wheel—all ship free to the lower 48 states.
Upgrading your Rabbit's look opens up multiple sizing options, from 13-inch through 15-inch diameters. Whether you prefer the aggressive stance of a 15x6.5 or the classic proportion of a 14x5, our wheels are guaranteed to fit your specific bolt pattern and center bore. Shop with confidence knowing your next set ships free.
1980 Volkswagen Rabbit Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit requires a 4x100 bolt pattern. The stock setup runs 13x4.5 with a 45-millimeter offset. You can upgrade to 13-inch wheels up to 13x7, or step up to 14-inch wheels in widths from 5 to 6 inches, or 15-inch wheels in 6 or 6.5-inch widths. All sizes bolt on directly without modification.
Keep in mind that only 4x100 bolts onto your Rabbit, so verify bolt pattern before ordering. The hub center bore measures 57.1 millimeters; if your chosen wheel has a larger bore, use hub-centric rings to ensure proper fitment. Aggressive offsets or excessive widths risk contact with fenders and suspension components, so stay within the listed compatible sizes to avoid clearance problems.
Every wheel we stock for your Rabbit is verified to fit and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. We carry options from Vors, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Motegi Racing, MST Wheels, Petrol, Enkei, and Shift, giving you plenty of styles to choose from.
1980 Volkswagen Rabbit Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 4x100 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 13x4.5 wheels at a +45 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1980 Volkswagen Rabbit Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13x4.5 | +30 to +38 | 175/70R13, 155/80R13 | — |
| 13x5 | +30 to +38 | 175/70R13, 155/80R13, 185/65R13 | — |
| 14x5 | +30 to +38 | 155/70R14, 185/60R14, 165/65R14 | — |
| 13x5.5 | +30 to +38 | 175/70R13, 205/60R13, 185/65R13 | — |
| 14x5.5 | +30 to +38 | 185/60R14, 195/55R14, 165/65R14 | — |
| 13x6 | +30 to +38 | 175/70R13, 205/60R13, 185/65R13 | — |
| 14x6 | +30 to +38 | 185/60R14, 195/55R14, 165/65R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +30 to +38 | 195/50R15, 185/55R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +30 to +38 | 195/50R15, 185/55R15 | — |
| 16x6.5 | +35 to +38 | 195/45R16, 205/45R16 | — |
| 13x7 | +20 to +30 | 205/60R13 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 15x7 | +20 to +30 | 195/50R15, 215/45R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +35 to +38 | 195/45R16, 205/45R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +35 to +38 | 205/40R17 | — |
| 15x7.5 | +20 to +33 | 195/50R15, 215/45R15 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Volkswagen Rabbit
- 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 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit Build
- Volkswagen Rabbit coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volkswagen Rabbit exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volkswagen Rabbit suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volkswagen Rabbit 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