Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Overview
The Volkswagen Golf has had many different sizes over the time span of its lifetime including:
- The 2023 Volkswagen Golf, with the GTI trim, has a steering wheel size of 14 1/4 x 4 1/4" on the top & bottom and 15 3/4 x 5 1/4" on the sides.
- The Volkswagen Golf, from model years 2012 to 2013 and 2015 to 2021, has a steering wheel size of 14 1/2" X 4 1/4".
- The 2014 Volkswagen Golf has a steering wheel size of 15" x 4".
- The 2011 Volkswagen Golf, with the TDI trim, has a steering wheel size of 14 3/4" X 4 1/4".
- The Volkswagen Golf, from model years 2010 to 2011, has a steering wheel size of 14 1/2" X 4".
- The Volkswagen Golf, from model years 2000 to 2006, has a steering wheel size of 14 1/2" X 3 5/8".
- The Volkswagen Golf, from model years 1995 to 1999, has a steering wheel size of 15" x 3 3/4".
- The Volkswagen Golf, from model years 1985 to 1994, has a steering wheel size of 15" x 3 1/2".
The Volkswagen Golf has unique unconventional steering wheel sizes for the following years:
Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Table
| Year |
Trim |
Steering Wheel Size
(wheel diameter x grip circumference) |
Size Classification |
Steering Wheel Covers (paid links) |
| 2022 to 2023 | R | Unique | Unique | Amazon |
|---|
| 2023 | GTI | 14 1/4 x 4 1/4" (top/bottom), 15 3/4 x 5 1/4" (sides) | n/a | Amazon |
|---|
| 2012 to 2013 and 2015 to 2021 | | 14 1/2" X 4 1/4" | n/a | Amazon |
|---|
| 2014 | | 15" x 4" | C | Amazon |
|---|
| 2011 | TDI | 14 3/4" X 4 1/4" | n/a | Amazon |
|---|
| 2010 to 2011 | | 14 1/2" X 4" | n/a | Amazon |
|---|
| 2000 to 2006 | | 14 1/2" X 3 5/8" | n/a | Amazon |
|---|
| 1995 to 1999 | | 15" x 3 3/4" | AXX | Amazon |
|---|
| 1985 to 1994 | | 15" x 3 1/2" | AX | Amazon |
|---|
One of the most likely reasons you'd want your steering wheel's size is that you're interested in buying a
steering wheel cover.
Steering wheel covers are an excellent investment.
A steering wheel cover will go a long way in maintaining the resale value of your vehicle due to the wear the
steering wheel experiences throughout the vehicle's lifetime.
Check out the Steering Wheel Size specifications for other makes and models.
2023 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2023 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions, with the R trim, are unique.
The 2023 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions, with the GTI trim, are 14 1/4 x 4 1/4" (top/bottom), 15 3/4 x 5 1/4" (sides) (wheel diameter of 14 1/4" (top/bottom), 15 3/4" (sides) and grip circumference of 4 1/4" (top/bottom), 5 1/4" (sides)).
2023 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Trim | Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| R | Unique | Unique | Unique |
|---|
| GTI | 14 1/4" (top/bottom), 15 3/4" (sides) | 4 1/4" (top/bottom), 5 1/4" (sides) | n/a |
|---|
2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI2022 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2022 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are unique.
2022 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Trim | Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| R | Unique | Unique | Unique |
|---|
2021 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2021 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 4 1/4" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 4 1/4").
2021 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 4 1/4" | n/a |
2020 Volkswagen Golf 8 MK82020 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2020 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 4 1/4" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 4 1/4").
2020 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 4 1/4" | n/a |
2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI2019 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2019 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 4 1/4" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 4 1/4").
2019 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 4 1/4" | n/a |
2018 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2018 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 4 1/4" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 4 1/4").
2018 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 4 1/4" | n/a |
2017 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2017 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 4 1/4" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 4 1/4").
2017 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 4 1/4" | n/a |
2016 Volkswagen Golf R2016 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2016 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 4 1/4" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 4 1/4").
2016 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 4 1/4" | n/a |
2015 Volkswagen Golf2015 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 4 1/4" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 4 1/4").
2015 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 4 1/4" | n/a |
2014 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2014 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 4" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 4") and a size classification of C.
2014 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 4" | C |
2013 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2013 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 4 1/4" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 4 1/4").
2013 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 4 1/4" | n/a |
2012 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2012 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 4 1/4" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 4 1/4").
2012 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 4 1/4" | n/a |
2011 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2011 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions, with the TDI trim, are 14 3/4" x 4 1/4" (wheel diameter of 14 3/4" and grip circumference of 4 1/4").
The 2011 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 4" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 4").
2011 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Trim | Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| TDI | 14 3/4" | 4 1/4" | n/a |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 4" | n/a |
|---|
2010 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2010 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 4" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 4").
2010 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 4" | n/a |
2006 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2006 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 3 5/8" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 3 5/8").
2006 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 3 5/8" | n/a |
2005 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2005 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 3 5/8" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 3 5/8").
2005 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 3 5/8" | n/a |
2004 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2004 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 3 5/8" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 3 5/8").
2004 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 3 5/8" | n/a |
2003 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2003 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 3 5/8" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 3 5/8").
2003 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 3 5/8" | n/a |
2002 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2002 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 3 5/8" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 3 5/8").
2002 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 3 5/8" | n/a |
2001 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2001 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 3 5/8" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 3 5/8").
2001 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 3 5/8" | n/a |
2000 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 2000 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 14 1/2" x 3 5/8" (wheel diameter of 14 1/2" and grip circumference of 3 5/8").
2000 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 14 1/2" | 3 5/8" | n/a |
1999 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1999 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 3/4" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 3/4") and a size classification of AXX.
1999 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 3/4" | AXX |
1998 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1998 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 3/4" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 3/4") and a size classification of AXX.
1998 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 3/4" | AXX |
1997 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1997 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 3/4" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 3/4") and a size classification of AXX.
1997 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 3/4" | AXX |
1996 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1996 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 3/4" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 3/4") and a size classification of AXX.
1996 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 3/4" | AXX |
1995 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1995 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 3/4" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 3/4") and a size classification of AXX.
1995 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 3/4" | AXX |
1994 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1994 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 1/2" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 1/2") and a size classification of AX.
1994 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 1/2" | AX |
1993 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1993 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 1/2" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 1/2") and a size classification of AX.
1993 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 1/2" | AX |
1992 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1992 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 1/2" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 1/2") and a size classification of AX.
1992 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 1/2" | AX |
1991 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1991 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 1/2" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 1/2") and a size classification of AX.
1991 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 1/2" | AX |
1990 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1990 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 1/2" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 1/2") and a size classification of AX.
1990 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 1/2" | AX |
1989 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1989 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 1/2" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 1/2") and a size classification of AX.
1989 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 1/2" | AX |
1988 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1988 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 1/2" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 1/2") and a size classification of AX.
1988 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 1/2" | AX |
1987 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1987 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 1/2" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 1/2") and a size classification of AX.
1987 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 1/2" | AX |
1986 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1986 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 1/2" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 1/2") and a size classification of AX.
1986 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 1/2" | AX |
1985 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size
The 1985 Volkswagen Golf steering wheel size dimensions are 15" x 3 1/2" (wheel diameter of 15" and grip circumference of 3 1/2") and a size classification of AX.
1985 Volkswagen Golf Steering Wheel Size Chart| Wheel Diameter | Grip Circumference | Size Classification |
|---|
| 15" | 3 1/2" | AX |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Protect My Steering Wheel On My Volkswagen Golf?
Over time your steering wheel will wear down due to the oils and movements of your hands. This can dramatically
reduce the resale value of your vehicle and is quite ugly to Buy.
Protect your steering wheel with a fitted cover. They are inexpensive and will keep your steering wheel looking
like new.
What Is The Steering Wheel Size Classification System?
| Size Classification |
Steering Wheel Diameter |
Grip Circumference |
| A |
15 1/2" |
3" |
| AX |
15" |
3 1/2" |
| AXX |
15" |
3 3/4" |
| B |
16 3/4" |
3" |
| BX |
16 1/2" |
3 1/2" |
| C |
15" |
4" |
How To Measure A Steering Wheel?
Steering wheels have two main measurements. A flexible seamstresses tape works excellent.
- Outside Diameter - measured horizontally from one side of the steering wheel to the other.
- Grip Circumference - measured by wrapping the measuring tape around the steering wheel grip.
