1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Wheels & Rims
Shop Wheels for 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
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Your 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Base, L, L Custom, LS, LS Deluxe, or S model rolls on a 4x100 bolt pattern with 13x4.5 stock wheels. We carry premium options from Vors, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Motegi Racing, MST Wheels, Petrol, Enkei, and Shift that fit your Rabbit perfectly. Every wheel we offer is verified to bolt on directly to your vehicle.
Sizing options range from 13 to 15 inches, giving you flexibility to customize your ride's stance and appearance. We ship free to the lower 48 states, making it easy to upgrade your Rabbit with quality wheels that match your style.
1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit uses a 4x100 bolt pattern across all trims. The stock wheel measures 13x4.5 with a 45mm offset. You can upgrade to larger sizes including 13-inch wheels up to 13x7, or step up to 14 and 15-inch options—all the way to 15x6.5—without changing bolt patterns. Since the Rabbit doesn't run a staggered setup, you can choose either square or staggered configurations to match your driving style and aesthetic.
Keep in mind that only wheels with a 4x100 bolt pattern will fit this classic Rabbit. The hub-centric bore measures 57.1mm; if your wheel's center bore is larger, use hub-centric rings to ensure a proper fit. Wider wheels or more aggressive offsets can risk contact with the fender or suspension components, so verify fitment when exploring the outer limits of available sizing.
Every wheel listed here bolts straight on and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. ThreePiece stocks Vors, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Motegi Racing, MST Wheels, Petrol, Enkei, and Shift in fitments for your Rabbit.
1981 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
1981 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 1981 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