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Volkswagen GLI Tire Size (2008 - 2013): Your Comprehensive Guide

Researched By AutoPadre Research Team


Volkswagen GLI Tire Size Overview

The Volkswagen GLI tire sizes are 225/40R18H, 225/45R17H and P225/45WR17 as specified in our data below, organized by trim, option package, and model year.

Some examples of Volkswagen GLI tire sizes include:

  • 2013 Volkswagen GLI GLI Trim with 225/40R18H tires
  • 2012 Volkswagen GLI GLI Trim with 225/45R17H tires
  • 2008 Volkswagen GLI GLI Trim with P225/45WR17 tires

Tire Codes Explained (Ex. P255/55VR17)

P - Denotes the tires intended use. (P = Passenger, LT = Light Truck, T = Temporary, ST = Special Trailer)

255 - Width of the tire tread in millimeters.

55 - Tire Profile. The ratio between the profile (sidewall) height and the width of the tire's tread. It is measured in percent. A lower number is a low profile tire and a higher number has a higher sidewall.

V - Speed Rating. ( ie. U = 125 mph, H = 130 mph, V = 149 mph ... etc)

R - Tire Construction. (R = Radial, B = Bias Belt, D = Diagonal)

17 - Rim (wheel) diameter in inches.

Check out the Tire And Rim Sizes specifications for other makes and models.

Volkswagen GLI Tire And Rim Sizes

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2013 Volkswagen GLI Tire Sizes

The 2013 Volkswagen GLI tire size is 225/40R18H.

2013 Volkswagen GLI Tire Sizes
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Front Tire Size | Rear Tire Size
GLI Sedan 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD 225/40R18H | 225/40R18H

2012 Volkswagen GLI Tire Sizes

The 2012 Volkswagen GLI tire size is 225/45R17H.

2012 Volkswagen GLI Tire Sizes
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Front Tire Size | Rear Tire Size
GLI Sedan 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD 225/45R17H | 225/45R17H

2009 Volkswagen GLI Tire Sizes

The 2009 Volkswagen GLI tire size is P225/45WR17.

2009 Volkswagen GLI Tire Sizes
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Front Tire Size | Rear Tire Size
GLI Sedan 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD P225/45WR17 | P225/45WR17

2008 Volkswagen GLI Tire Sizes

The 2008 Volkswagen GLI tire size is P225/45WR17.

2008 Volkswagen GLI Tire Sizes
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Front Tire Size | Rear Tire Size
GLI Sedan 2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD P225/45WR17 | P225/45WR17
Volkswagen GLI Tire Size Data Brought To You By AutoPadre
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Volkswagen GLI Tire And Rim Sizes By Year