Volkswagen MK7 / MK7.5 - GTI / Golf R Fitment Guide

Wheel, tire, and stance recommendations for Volkswagen MK7 / MK7.5 - GTI / Golf R, built from Offset Lab fitment presets and factory baseline data.

Popular setup

Flush fitment

Front

18x8.5 +38

235/40R18

Rear

18x8.5 +38

235/40R18

Factory baseline for Golf R: 18x8.5 +45 on 235/40R18.

Recommendations

Trims and setup styles

Open fitment tool

Trim

Golf R

Factory: 18x8.5 +45

235/40R18

5x112 · 57.1mm

Aggressive

Front: 18x9 +35

Rear: 18x9 +35

Tires: 245/40R18

Moderate

Flush

Front: 18x8.5 +38

Rear: 18x8.5 +38

Tires: 235/40R18

Low / Moderate

OEM+

Front: 18x8.5 +45

Rear: 18x8.5 +45

Tires: 235/40R18

Low

Trim

GTI

Factory: 18x8.5 +45

235/40R18

5x112 · 57.1mm

Aggressive

Front: 18x9 +35

Rear: 18x9 +35

Tires: 245/40R18

Moderate

Flush

Front: 18x8.5 +35

Rear: 18x8.5 +35

Tires: 235/40R18

Low / Moderate

OEM+

Front: 18x8.5 +45

Rear: 18x8.5 +45

Tires: 235/40R18

Low

Fitment note

Final fitment depends on tire model, alignment, suspension height, brake clearance, body tolerance, and intended use. Test fit before committing to permanent changes.