2002 Volkswagen GTI Tire Size & Pressure

The 2002 Volkswagen GTI tire size depends on trim: the 337 Edition takes 225/40ZR18; the Base, Automatic takes 205/55R16 91H; the Base, Standard takes 205/55R16 91H; the VR6, 2.8 G takes 225/45R17 90H; the VR6, 2.8 H takes 225/45R17 90H, per the factory service manual.

Factory-Spec Tire Size
Varies by trim
  • 337 Edition: 225/40ZR18
  • Base, Automatic: 205/55R16 91H
  • Base, Standard: 205/55R16 91H
  • VR6, 2.8 G: 225/45R17 90H
  • VR6, 2.8 H: 225/45R17 90H

337 Edition

Tire Specifications

PositionTire SizePressureLoad IndexSpeed Rating
All225/40ZR18Door Placard——

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Base, Automatic

Tire Specifications

PositionTire SizePressureLoad IndexSpeed Rating
All205/55R16 91HDoor Placard——

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Base, Standard

Tire Specifications

PositionTire SizePressureLoad IndexSpeed Rating
All205/55R16 91HDoor Placard——

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VR6, 2.8 G

Tire Specifications

PositionTire SizePressureLoad IndexSpeed Rating
All225/45R17 90HDoor Placard——

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VR6, 2.8 H

Tire Specifications

PositionTire SizePressureLoad IndexSpeed Rating
All225/45R17 90HDoor Placard——

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Frequently Asked Questions

What size tires does a 2002 Volkswagen GTI take?

It depends on the trim: 337 Edition uses 225/40ZR18; Base, Automatic uses 205/55R16 91H; Base, Standard uses 205/55R16 91H; VR6, 2.8 G uses 225/45R17 90H; VR6, 2.8 H uses 225/45R17 90H.

What is the tire pressure for a 2002 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 2002 Volkswagen GTI?

Bolt pattern data is available in the factory service manual.

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