Volkswagen Gol Bolt Pattern, Wheel & Tire Sizes
TL;DR
Confirmed stock wheel and tire sizes for the Gol G4-G7 (2005-2018) are listed below. Bolt pattern, centre bore and thread size were not confirmable from the sources checked, so read them off your own car or wheel.
Which Gol this page covers
The Volkswagen Gol is primarily a Brazilian and broader Latin American market model, built locally for decades on a long-running small-car platform. This page treats that Brazil/Latin America version as the primary subject. Global buyers researching a European or other market Gol-badged vehicle should confirm they have the right regional model before using any figure below.
What we verified
Wheel and tire fitment listings for four generations (G4 2005-2008, G5 2009-2012, G6 2013-2016, G7 2017-2018) show consistent, documented factory rim and tire size ranges across trims. Those confirmed sizes are in the table below.
What we could NOT verify - bolt pattern and centre bore
Wheel-fitment references checked for this page listed bolt pattern (PCD), centre bore, and stud thread as data fields for the Gol without populating a numerical value we could confirm. Rather than repeat a commonly-quoted figure from memory, we are leaving those cells qualitative. Do not assume a pattern from another small VW Group model applies to your specific Gol without checking - the audit that prompted this rewrite found a case where a well-known SUV was assumed to share one bolt pattern across all generations when a later generation actually differed.
Generation specification table
| Generation / years | Bolt pattern | Centre bore | Stud thread | Stock wheel sizes | Common tire sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G4 (2005-2008) | Not confirmed in sources checked | Not confirmed in sources checked | Not confirmed in sources checked | 5Jx14 ET38, 5.5Jx14 ET38, 6Jx15 ET35 | 165/70R14, 175/65R14, 185/55R15 |
| G5 (2009-2012) | Not confirmed in sources checked | Not confirmed in sources checked | Not confirmed in sources checked | 5Jx14 ET38, 6Jx15 ET38 | 175/70R14 87S, 185/65R14 88S, 195/55R15 89H |
| G6 (2013-2016) | Not confirmed in sources checked | Not confirmed in sources checked | Not confirmed in sources checked | 5Jx14 ET38, 6Jx15 ET38, 6Jx16 ET38 | 175/70R14 87S, 185/65R14 88S, 195/55R15 89H, 195/50R16 88V |
| G7 (2017-2018) | Not confirmed in sources checked | Not confirmed in sources checked | Not confirmed in sources checked | 5Jx14 ET38, 6Jx15 ET38 | 175/70R14 87S, 185/65R14 88S, 195/55R15 89H |
Earlier generations (G1 1980-1994, G2 1995-1999, G3 1999-2005) and the current G8 (2019-2024) exist but their wheel and tire figures could not be pulled from a source reliable enough to publish here, so they are intentionally left out of the table rather than guessed at.
Always confirm on your own vehicle
Bolt pattern and centre bore errors can mean a wheel physically will not mount, or mounts but is not properly centred - this is not something to guess on. Before ordering wheels, confirm using one or more of the following, in order of reliability:
- The driver's door jamb placard (open the door and look at the sticker on the frame) - many markets print tire size and sometimes rim data here.
- The markings stamped into your current wheel itself, often on the back face or spokes.
- The tire sidewall, which shows your current tire size even if it is not the original factory size.
- Your owner's manual or a dealer parts catalogue, which lists factory-approved wheel and tire combinations.
- A tire or wheel shop, which can measure bolt pattern, centre bore and stud thread directly with a gauge in a few minutes.
Summary
| Primary market covered | Brazil and Latin America |
|---|---|
| Generations with confirmed wheel/tire data | G4-G7 (2005-2018) |
| Common stock rim sizes | 5Jx14 to 6Jx16 depending on trim |
| Common stock tire sizes | 165/70R14 to 195/50R16 depending on trim |
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | Not independently confirmed - verify on your own vehicle |
| Centre bore and stud thread | Not independently confirmed - verify on your own vehicle |
| Authoritative source for your exact car | Door jamb placard, tire sidewall, owner's manual, or a wheel shop gauge |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Volkswagen Gol: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
What bolt pattern does the Volkswagen Gol use?
We could not independently confirm a single bolt-pattern figure for the Gol across the generations reviewed for this page from the fitment databases checked. Getting this wrong means a wheel simply will not bolt on correctly, so count the lug holes and measure their spacing on your own wheel, read the stamped markings on the wheel itself, or have a tire shop check it with a bolt-pattern gauge before buying replacement or aftermarket wheels.
Are wheels interchangeable between different Gol generations?
Not necessarily, even though the outer wheel and tire sizes documented for the G4 (2005-2008) through G7 (2017-2018) look broadly similar. Bolt pattern, centre bore and offset can still differ by trim level and model year within a single generation, so confirm fitment for your exact generation and trim rather than assuming a wheel from another year's Gol will fit, and always test-fit before driving on it.
What tire sizes came standard on the Gol?
Across the G4 through G7 generations (2005-2018), documented factory tire sizes range from 165/70R14 and 175/65R14 on base trims up to 195/55R15 and 195/50R16 on higher trims fitted with 15 or 16 inch wheels. Your car's exact original size is printed on the tire sidewall and listed in the owner's manual.
Where can I find the exact bolt pattern and centre bore for my own Gol?
The most reliable sources are on your own vehicle: the driver's door jamb placard, the markings stamped on the back of your wheel, your owner's manual or a dealer parts catalogue, or a tire and wheel shop that can measure bolt pattern, centre bore and stud thread directly with a gauge in a few minutes.