1997 Volkswagen Passat Tire Size & Pressure
The 1997 Volkswagen Passat tire size depends on trim: the GLX, 4D Sedan, Automatic takes 215/50R15 88H; the GLX, 4D Sedan, Standard takes 215/50R15 88H; the GLX, 4D Wagon, Standard takes 215/50R15 88H; the GLX, 4D Wagon, Automatic takes 215/50R15 88H; the TDI, 4D Sedan, Automatic takes 195/60R14 86H; the TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard takes 195/60R14 86H; the TDI, 4D Wagon, Automatic takes 195/60R14 86H; the TDI, 4D Wagon, Standard takes 195/60R14 86H, per the factory service manual.
- GLX, 4D Sedan, Automatic: 215/50R15 88H
- GLX, 4D Sedan, Standard: 215/50R15 88H
- GLX, 4D Wagon, Standard: 215/50R15 88H
- GLX, 4D Wagon, Automatic: 215/50R15 88H
- TDI, 4D Sedan, Automatic: 195/60R14 86H
- TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard: 195/60R14 86H
- TDI, 4D Wagon, Automatic: 195/60R14 86H
- TDI, 4D Wagon, Standard: 195/60R14 86H
GLX, 4D Sedan, Automatic
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 215/50R15 88H | Door Placard | — | — |
GLX, 4D Sedan, Standard
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 215/50R15 88H | Door Placard | — | — |
GLX, 4D Wagon, Standard
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 215/50R15 88H | Door Placard | — | — |
GLX, 4D Wagon, Automatic
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 215/50R15 88H | Door Placard | — | — |
TDI, 4D Sedan, Automatic
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 195/60R14 86H | Door Placard | — | — |
TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 195/60R14 86H | Door Placard | — | — |
TDI, 4D Wagon, Automatic
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 195/60R14 86H | Door Placard | — | — |
TDI, 4D Wagon, Standard
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 195/60R14 86H | Door Placard | — | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size tires does a 1997 Volkswagen Passat take?
It depends on the trim: GLX, 4D Sedan, Automatic uses 215/50R15 88H; GLX, 4D Sedan, Standard uses 215/50R15 88H; GLX, 4D Wagon, Standard uses 215/50R15 88H; GLX, 4D Wagon, Automatic uses 215/50R15 88H; TDI, 4D Sedan, Automatic uses 195/60R14 86H; TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard uses 195/60R14 86H; TDI, 4D Wagon, Automatic uses 195/60R14 86H; TDI, 4D Wagon, Standard uses 195/60R14 86H.
What is the tire pressure for a 1997 Volkswagen Passat?
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 Passat?
Bolt pattern data is available in the factory service manual.