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VW Golf generations and tyre sizes

Golf

I

1974 – 1978
Diesel, Petrol37–81 kW (50–110 PS)Manual / Automatic
/ R175/70 R13175/65 R14185/55 R14185/60 R14195/50 R15205/45 R15205/40 R16
Golf

I (1. Facelift)

1978 – 1987
Diesel, Petrol37–82 kW (50–111 PS)Manual / Automatic
/ R175/70 R13175/65 R14185/55 R14185/60 R14195/50 R15205/45 R15205/40 R16
Golf

Golf I (2. Facelift)

1980 – 1993
Petrol, Diesel37–82 kW (50–111 PS)Manual / Automatic
/ R155/65 R13175/70 R13175/70 R14185/60 R14195/50 R15
Golf

Golf II

1983 – 1987
Diesel, Petrol40–102 kW (54–139 PS)Manual / Automatic
155/65 R13175/70 R13185/60 R14
Golf

Golf II (1. Facelift)Electric

1987 – 1992
Electric, Diesel, Petrol23–154 kW (31–209 PS)Automatic / Manual
155/65 R13175/70 R13185/60 R14185/55 R15195/50 R15195/60 R15205/50 R15205/60 R15
Golf

Golf IIIElectric

1991 – 1999
Electric, Petrol, Diesel20–140 kW (27–190 PS)Manual / Automatic
175/70 R13185/60 R14195/60 R14195/50 R15205/50 R15205/45 R16215/40 R16
Golf

Golf IV

1997 – 2006
Diesel, Petrol, CNG50–177 kW (68–241 PS)Manual / Automatic
175/80 R14185/60 R14195/50 R15195/65 R15205/55 R16225/45 R17225/40 R18
Golf Golf V

Golf V

2003 – 2009
Diesel, Petrol55–184 kW (75–250 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/65 R15205/55 R16225/45 R17225/40 R18
Golf Golf VI

Golf VI

2008 – 2016
Petrol, LPG, Diesel59–199 kW (80–271 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/65 R15205/55 R16225/45 R17225/40 R18235/35 R19
Golf Golf VII

Golf VIIElectric

2012 – 2017
Petrol, Diesel, CNG, Electric63–228 kW (86–310 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/65 R15205/55 R16205/55 R17225/45 R17225/40 R18235/35 R19
Golf Golf VII (1. Facelift)

Golf VII (1. Facelift)Electric

2017 – 2020
Petrol, CNG, Diesel, Erdgas / Super, Electric63–228 kW (86–310 PS)Manual / Automatic231–231 km Range
195/65 R15205/55 R16205/55 R17225/45 R17225/40 R18
Golf VIII

VIII

2019 – 2024
Petrol, Diesel, CNG, Erdgas / Super, Hybrid66–245 kW (90–333 PS)Manual / Automatic
205/55 R16205/50 R17225/45 R17225/40 R18225/35 R19235/35 R19235/30 R20
Golf Golf VIII (1. Facelift)

Golf VIII (1. Facelift)

2024 – Now
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid85–245 kW (116–333 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/65 R15205/55 R16225/45 R17225/40 R18235/35 R19

EV tyres

For electric cars we recommend EV-specific tyres with low rolling resistance and reinforced load rating to protect range and handle instant torque.

Michelin

Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5

Winter
10.0Continental

Continental UltraContact NXT

Summer
9.9Continental

Continental WinterContact TS 870

Winter
9.9Pirelli

Pirelli P Zero R

Summer
9.8Continental

Continental PremiumContact 7

Summer
9.8Pirelli

Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

Summer
9.7
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For the VW Golf in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10) and Dunlop Blue Response TG (rated 9.8/10). The VW Golf uses 27 tyre sizes across 13 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

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Tyres for VW Golf - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Matching tyres for VW Golf

Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for VW Golf?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for VW Golf are: Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Dunlop Blue Response TG (9.8/10), Michelin CrossClimate 2 (9.1/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit VW Golf?
The VW Golf uses the following tyre sizes: / R, 175/70 R13, 175/65 R14, 185/55 R14, 185/60 R14, 195/50 R15, 205/45 R15, 205/40 R16, 155/65 R13, 175/70 R14, 185/55 R15, 195/60 R15, 205/50 R15, 205/60 R15, 195/60 R14, 205/45 R16, 215/40 R16, 175/80 R14, 195/65 R15, 205/55 R16, 225/45 R17, 225/40 R18, 235/35 R19, 205/55 R17, 205/50 R17, 225/35 R19, 235/30 R20.
How many generations does the VW Golf have?
The VW Golf has 13 generations, from 1974 to 2024.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for VW Golf?
For wet road performance on VW Golf, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Hankook Ventus Evo good for VW Golf?
Yes, the Hankook Ventus Evo is the top-rated tyre for VW Golf with a rating of 9.9/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 57% of VW Golf tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for VW Golf?
To choose the right tyres for VW Golf: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for VW Golf?
Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees C) with better dry and wet grip. Winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. All-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. Choose based on your climate and driving needs.

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