2003 Volkswagen GTI Tire Size & Pressure
The 2003 Volkswagen GTI tire size depends on trim: the Base, Automatic takes 205/55R16 91H; the Base, Standard, 02J takes 205/55R16 91H; the Base, Standard, 02M takes 205/55R16 91H; the VR6 takes 225/45R17 90H, per the factory service manual.
- Base, Automatic: 205/55R16 91H
- Base, Standard, 02J: 205/55R16 91H
- Base, Standard, 02M: 205/55R16 91H
- VR6: 225/45R17 90H
Base, Automatic
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 205/55R16 91H | Door Placard | — | — |
| All | 225/40ZR18 | Door Placard | — | — |
Base, Standard, 02J
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 205/55R16 91H | Door Placard | — | — |
| All | 225/40ZR18 | Door Placard | — | — |
Base, Standard, 02M
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 205/55R16 91H | Door Placard | — | — |
| All | 225/40ZR18 | Door Placard | — | — |
VR6
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 225/45R17 90H | Door Placard | — | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size tires does a 2003 Volkswagen GTI take?
It depends on the trim: Base, Automatic uses 205/55R16 91H; Base, Standard, 02J uses 205/55R16 91H; Base, Standard, 02M uses 205/55R16 91H; VR6 uses 225/45R17 90H.
What is the tire pressure for a 2003 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 2003 Volkswagen GTI?
Bolt pattern data is available in the factory service manual.