Volkswagen Golf R Spare Tire

The Volkswagen Golf R, a performance variant of the widely popular Golf lineup, traditionally does not come with a spare tire included in its factory package, instead it offers a tire repair kit for minor punctures. However, if you prefer to have a spare tire in your Golf R for emergencies, you're advised to purchase a compact, also known as "donut", spare tire to save on space while still providing a temporary solution to a flat. The standard wheel size for Volkswagen Golf R models is 19 inches; however, a typical size for a full-size spare tire would be smaller, usually around 16 inches. Be sure to cross-check your car model and year for specific spare tire sizes and compatibility. Furthermore, it is important to remember a spare tire is not intended for long-term use, it is a temporary solution that allows you to drive to the nearest service station for a tire repair or replacement.

Volkswagen Golf R models manufactured from 2012 to 2025 have tires with overall diameter ranging from 25.1" to 25.5", allowing the use of a temporary spare tire with a near same diameter as the OEM tire. Tire diameter and wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Volkswagen Golf R years and trims.

Listed below are compact spare tire sizes that can fit some Volkswagen Golf R vehicles based on acceptable tire diameter range of 24.3" to 26.3". Some Golf R models may require the use of a traditional full-size tire as a spare. To ensure safe temporary mobility in case of a road emergency, always refer to the vehicle owner's manual for the correct Volkswagen Golf R spare tire size designated by vehicle's manufacturer.

Spare Size	Spare Diameter
T155/70D17from $175.43	25.6"
T155/60R18from $164.19	25.3"
T135/90R16from $155.20	25.6"
T155/70R17from $139.76	25.6"
T135/70D18from $135.05	25.5"
T135/80R17from $133.66	25.5"
T135/70R18from $131.66	25.5"
T125/80R17from $127.33	24.9"
T125/70R18from $123.33	24.9"
T145/70D17from $120.99	25"
T125/90R16from $119.73	24.9"
T145/70D18from $118.97	26"
T115/95R17from $117.54	25.6"
T135/80D17from $112.58	25.5"
T135/80D16from $93.99	24.5"
T145/80D17from $81.99	26.1"
T145/80R17	26.1"
T145/80R16	25.1"
T145/80D16	25.1"
T145/70R18	26"
T145/65R18	25.4"
T155/80D16	25.7"
T155/80R16	25.7"
T165/70D17	26.1"
T165/70R17	26.1"
T185/55D18	26"
T185/55R18	26"
T185/60R17	25.7"
T185/60D17	25.7"
T145/65D18	25.4"
T135/90R15	24.6"
T145/70R17	25"
T125/80D17	24.9"
T125/90D16	24.9"
T135/60D18	24.4"
T135/60D19	25.4"
T135/60R18	24.4"
T135/60R19	25.4"
T135/70D17	24.5"
T135/70R17	24.5"
T135/80R16	24.5"
T135/90D15	24.6"
T135/90D16	25.6"
T125/70R19	25.9"

Spare Tire for Volkswagen Golf R

Discover spare tire solutions for your Volkswagen Golf R based on model year. Generally, spare tire size has to be within 3% of the overall diameter of the original equipment tire size. Volkswagen Golf R tire size can vary depending on the year and trim. Make sure to check the load index and load capacity of the spare tire to ensure that it is capable to safely support your vehicle's weight.

All listed guides, data and/or calculations are for informational purposes only. Spare-Tires.com does not warrant or make any representations regarding the accuracy of or the results of the use of this information. Always refer to vehicle owner's manual for the correct spare tire size configuration.