Wheels & Tires for the 2011-2012 VW Jetta

Friday, November 4, 2011 by Cy Chowattukunnel
Despite what some automotive experts say, I really like the new Volkswagen Jetta. And, if the original Jetta tires and wheels are not to your liking, some aftermarket car rims and tires could really increase the vehicle's style.

As you try to envision how a given wheel will fit on your car, keep in mind that the offset spec effects the overall look. How would the 17x7.5 5-112 bolt pattern 45mm offset Bright Silver Enkei Tuning Fujin look on the car, even though your Original Equipment wheels are 16" in diameter and 6.5" with a 50mm offset? To help you gain a better picture of how these Enkei rims would sit on your vehicle, look at where your valve stems sit and picture them moving 17mm (roughly 3/4") out towards the fender.

Manufacturers will determine what sizes of wheels they'll make, as not all wheels come in all sizes. However, when you purchase wheels from Tire Rack, you can be assured the wheel you order is a perfect match for your vehicle. To see how we get the proper fitments for each vehicle, read "How We Know What Fits."

Since I am a big fan of the Jetta TDI let's use this application as an example. For 17" wheels you can choose Volkswagen tires in either 225/45-17 or 235/45-17. If I were picking tires to use here in Indiana, I'd get the 225/45-17 Michelin Primacy MXM4 for its combination of great steering response, wet grip and efficiency.

Since the new Jetta uses the indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring System with ABS sensors, you don't need to get separate sensors. And when you're looking at our online tire prices for the Michelin Primacy, create a Tire & Wheel Package with the Enkei wheels for $1388* plus shipping.

17x7.5 Bright Silver Enkei Tuning Fujin
17x7.5 Bright Silver Enkei Tuning Fujin
225/45-17 Michelin Primacy MXM4
225/45-17 Michelin Primacy MXM4

Create the perfect Tire & Wheel Package for your Jetta today!

Comments on Wheels & Tires for the 2011-2012 VW Jetta

Thursday, December 1, 2011 by Razal:
Dear Sir,
We are interested to buye 4Nos Tyers for replace in Haulotte our specification are as:Make Michelin-18R 19.5 x F Double X Radial rubber filed tir with stepny pl.quote prices in US$.
Sunday, September 30, 2012 by Gary Myles:
I am Looking for Winter tires and Basic rim for my 2013 Volkswagon Jetta. You do not appear to have this car listed. Can you advise Tire size is 195/65/15-91H
Monday, October 1, 2012 by cy:
I'm checking to see when we'll have the 2013 information listed and will follow up with you shortly.
Cy
Thursday, October 4, 2012 by cy:
Fitment between the 2012 and 2013 vehicles is essentially the same. See Winter options here:

http://www.tirerack.com/snow/WinterPackageMain.jsp?autoMake=Volkswagen&autoModel=Jetta+SE&autoModClar=&autoYear=2013&affiliate=HK8

and more information to be added to our Upgrade Garage shortly.

Cy

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