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VW Golf generations and tyre sizes

Golf

I

1974 – 1978
/ R175/70 R13175/65 R14185/55 R14185/60 R14195/50 R15205/45 R15205/40 R16
Golf

I (1. Facelift)

1978 – 1987
/ R175/70 R13175/65 R14185/55 R14185/60 R14195/50 R15205/45 R15205/40 R16
Golf

Golf I (2. Facelift)

1980 – 1993
/ R155/65 R13175/70 R13175/70 R14185/60 R14195/50 R15
Golf

Golf II

1983 – 1987
155/65 R13175/70 R13185/60 R14
Golf

Golf II (1. Facelift)

1987 – 1992
155/65 R13175/70 R13185/60 R14185/55 R15195/50 R15195/60 R15205/50 R15205/60 R15
Golf

Golf III

1991 – 1999
175/70 R13185/60 R14195/60 R14195/50 R15205/50 R15205/45 R16215/40 R16
Golf

Golf IV

1997 – 2006
175/80 R14185/60 R14195/50 R15195/65 R15205/55 R16225/45 R17225/40 R18
Golf Golf V

Golf V

2003 – 2009
195/65 R15205/55 R16225/45 R17225/40 R18
Golf Golf VI

Golf VI

2008 – 2016
195/65 R15205/55 R16225/45 R17225/40 R18235/35 R19
Golf Golf VII

Golf VII

2012 – 2017
195/65 R15205/55 R16205/55 R17225/45 R17225/40 R18235/35 R19
Golf Golf VII (1. Facelift)

Golf VII (1. Facelift)

2017 – 2020
195/65 R15205/55 R16205/55 R17225/45 R17225/40 R18
Golf VIII

VIII

2019 – 2024
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
195/65 R15205/55 R16225/45 R17225/40 R18235/35 R19

For the VW Golf in 2026, the top-rated Allround tyres are Continental AllSeasonContact (rated 9.0/10) and Michelin CrossClimate 2 (rated 8.9/10). 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.

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

Best tyres for VW Golf

Best tyres for VW Golf by category

Best for dry
Michelin CrossClimate+
9.1/10
Best for wet
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
9.0/10
Best for comfort
Nokian Seasonproof
9.6/10
Best for noise
Nokian Seasonproof
9.7/10
Best for snow
Michelin CrossClimate 2
9.4/10
Best overall
Continental AllSeasonContact
9.0/10

Tyre comparison for VW Golf

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental AllSeasonContact9.08.27.8--Premium69%
2Michelin CrossClimate 28.97.48.97.07.5Premium84%
3GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-28.79.07.8--Premium146%
4Michelin CrossClimate+8.78.39.18.18.0Premium76%
5Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO8.57.88.07.57.5Premium53%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Allround tyres for VW Golf?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Allround tyres for VW Golf are: Continental AllSeasonContact (9.0/10), Michelin CrossClimate 2 (8.9/10), GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 (8.7/10). 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 GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 (9.0/10) And Michelin CrossClimate+ (8.3/10).
Are Continental AllSeasonContact good for VW Golf?
Yes, the Continental AllSeasonContact is the top-rated tyre for VW Golf with a rating of 9.0/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 69% 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.

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