2006 Volkswagen GTI Wheel Offset

ET51 · ET50 · ET47 · ET49

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OEM offset
ET51 · ET50 · ET47 · ET49
Wheel size
7.5x17 · 6x16 · 7.5x18 · 8x19 · 6x17
Bolt pattern
5×100, 5×112
Center bore
57.1 mm
Tire size
Multiple — see configurations

OEM configurations

ConfigurationFrontRearOffsetBackspacingTireBolt patternCenter boreThread
2.0T · I4, Petrol7.5x176x17ET51 / ET495.76 in225/45R17 / 205/50R175x11257.1 mmM14 x 1.5
2.0T · I4, Petrol6x166x17ET50 / ET494.97 in205/55R16 / 205/50R175x11257.1 mmM14 x 1.5
2.0T · I4, Petrol7.5x186x17ET51 / ET495.76 in225/40R18 / 205/50R175x11257.1 mmM14 x 1.5
2.0T · I4, Petrol8x196x17ET47 / ET495.85 in225/35R19 / 205/50R175x11257.1 mmM14 x 1.5

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Lug hardware

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  • Gorilla Automotive 21132HT Small Diameter Acorn Chrome 4 Lug Kit (12mm x 1.50 Thread Size) - Pack Of 16

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OEM offsets are catalog configurations, not an aftermarket “safe ET range.” Matching offset alone does not confirm clearance. Documented custom builds are observed setups only.