1997 Volkswagen GTI Tire Size & Pressure
The 1997 Volkswagen GTI tire size depends on trim: the Base, 2.0 A, Automatic takes 195/60R14 86H; the Base, 2.0 A, Standard takes 195/60R14 86H; the Base, 2.0 B, Automatic takes 195/60R14 86H; the Base, 2.0 B, Standard takes 195/60R14 86H; the VR6 takes 205/50R15 86H, per the factory service manual.
- Base, 2.0 A, Automatic: 195/60R14 86H
- Base, 2.0 A, Standard: 195/60R14 86H
- Base, 2.0 B, Automatic: 195/60R14 86H
- Base, 2.0 B, Standard: 195/60R14 86H
- VR6: 205/50R15 86H
Base, 2.0 A, Automatic
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 195/60R14 86H | Door Placard | — | — |
Base, 2.0 A, Standard
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 195/60R14 86H | Door Placard | — | — |
Base, 2.0 B, Automatic
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 195/60R14 86H | Door Placard | — | — |
Base, 2.0 B, Standard
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 195/60R14 86H | Door Placard | — | — |
VR6
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 205/50R15 86H | Door Placard | — | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size tires does a 1997 Volkswagen GTI take?
It depends on the trim: Base, 2.0 A, Automatic uses 195/60R14 86H; Base, 2.0 A, Standard uses 195/60R14 86H; Base, 2.0 B, Automatic uses 195/60R14 86H; Base, 2.0 B, Standard uses 195/60R14 86H; VR6 uses 205/50R15 86H.
What is the tire pressure for a 1997 Volkswagen GTI?
Refer to the tire pressure placard on your vehicle's driver side door jamb for exact cold inflation pressures.
What is the bolt pattern on a 1997 Volkswagen GTI?
Bolt pattern data is available in the factory service manual.