Volkswagen Amarok Bolt Pattern, Wheel & Tire Sizes
TL;DR
Stock Amarok wheels in Latin America run from 16 to 21 inches depending on generation and trim, but the bolt pattern, centre bore and stud thread differ between the first and second generation, so check your door placard or wheel markings for your specific truck.
Two very different Amarok generations
The Volkswagen Amarok sold across Brazil and Latin America has existed in two distinct generations that do not share the same underpinnings. The first generation (introduced in the region around 2012, facelifted in 2016, and produced into the early 2020s) was Volkswagen's own in-house pickup design. The second generation (sold in Brazil from 2023 onward) is built on the same ladder-frame platform as the Ford Ranger, produced alongside it in South Africa. Because the two trucks do not share a chassis, it is not safe to assume they share identical wheel hardware - always match parts to the generation and trim you actually own.
Bolt pattern, centre bore and stud thread - confirm on your own truck
Public fitment databases document detailed stock wheel and tyre sizes for the Amarok, but at the time this page was written the bolt pattern (PCD), centre bore and stud thread figures could not be independently confirmed from a source reliable enough to publish as a fixed number for every market and trim. Rather than guess, read these three figures directly off your own vehicle before buying wheels, spacers or lug bolts - the section below explains exactly where to look.
Verified stock wheel and tyre sizes by generation
The table below summarises the wheel and tyre sizes that fitment databases document for each generation. Treat the bolt pattern, centre bore and stud thread columns as items to verify on your own vehicle rather than fixed figures, for the reasons explained above.
| Generation / years | Bolt pattern | Centre bore | Stud thread | Stock wheel sizes | Common tyre sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generation I (approx. 2012-2020, facelifted 2016) | Check your vehicle (see below) | Check your vehicle | Check your vehicle | 16 to 20 inch (6.5Jx16 up to 8Jx20) | 205R16C, 245/65R17, 255/60R18, 255/55R19, 255/50R20 |
| Generation II (2022-present, Brazil from 2023, Ranger platform) | Check your vehicle (see below) | Check your vehicle | Check your vehicle | 16 to 21 inch (7Jx16 up to 8.5Jx21) | 255/70R17, 255/65R18, 255/60R19, 255/55R20 |
Where to find the authoritative numbers for your Amarok
- The tyre placard on the driver's door jamb (or inside the fuel or glovebox flap on some markets) lists the factory tyre size and pressure for your exact truck.
- Your owner's manual states the recommended wheel and tyre combinations, and often the lug nut or lug bolt torque.
- The markings stamped into your current wheel (size and offset code) and the tyre sidewall (its full size code) describe what is actually fitted right now.
- A tyre or wheel shop can measure your bolt pattern and centre bore in a couple of minutes with a gauge - the fastest way to get a number you can trust before buying aftermarket wheels.
- Volkswagen's towing and accessory guide for your market and model year is the authoritative source if you are fitting a spare, a towing wheel or an aftermarket rim and need the exact hub specification.
Summary
| Model | Volkswagen Amarok (Brazil / Latin America) |
|---|---|
| Generations covered | Gen I (approx. 2012-2020, facelift 2016) and Gen II (2022-present, Brazil from 2023) |
| Gen II platform | Shares its ladder frame with the Ford Ranger |
| Stock wheel size range | 16 to 21 inches depending on generation and trim |
| Common tyre sizes | 205R16C up to 255/50R20 (Gen I), 255/70R17 up to 255/55R20 (Gen II) |
| Bolt pattern, centre bore, stud thread | Not standardised across generations - verify on your own vehicle |
| Best source for your exact truck | Driver's door tyre placard and owner's manual |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Volkswagen Amarok: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the bolt pattern of the Volkswagen Amarok?
It depends on the generation and market, and we were not able to confirm a single reliable figure for every version while researching this page. Check the markings on your own wheel, ask a tyre shop to measure it, or look in your owner's manual rather than relying on a number quoted for a different generation.
Do the first and second generation Amarok share the same wheels?
No. They use different platforms - the first generation is Volkswagen's own design while the second generation shares its ladder frame with the Ford Ranger - so do not assume wheels, spacers or lug bolts interchange between the two without checking fitment first.
What size are the factory wheels on the Amarok?
Factory wheels have ranged from 16 inch steel wheels on base diesel trims up to 20 or 21 inch alloy wheels on higher trims and V6 or performance versions, depending on generation and market. Your door placard confirms the exact size fitted to your truck.
Where can I find the correct tyre size for my Amarok?
The most reliable place is the tyre placard on the driver's door jamb, which lists the exact factory tyre size and recommended pressure for your specific vehicle, followed by your owner's manual.