Volkswagen Passat Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The Volkswagen Passat used 4x100 mm, 5x100 mm and 5x112 mm bolt pattern variations from 1989 to 2022 along with tire diameters ranging from 23.2" to 26.4" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicles with larger brake calipers and anti-lock brakes or traction control systems.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Volkswagen Passat years and options. In this case, 125/80R15, 125/70R17, 125/80R17 and 125/80R18 spare tire sizes are used to avoid vehicle components while closely matching the original tire size diameters. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Volkswagen Passat spare tire.
2020-2022 Volkswagen Passat Spare Tires
This generation of the Volkswagen Passat began in 2020 and was available through 2022. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including R-Line versions.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 26.3-26.4" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2020 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 26.3-26.4" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
2012-2019 Volkswagen Passat Spare Tires
This generation of the Volkswagen Passat began in 2012 and was available through 2019. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including TDI, V6, and Sport versions.
There was a facelift redesign in 2016 that altered the appearance but it had no impact on the spare tire fitment specifically.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 26.2-26.4" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 26.2-26.4" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 26.2-26.4" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 26.2-26.4" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 26.2-26.4" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2014 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 26.2-26.4" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2013 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 26.2-26.3" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2012 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 26.2-26.3" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat Spare Tires
This generation of the Volkswagen Passat began in 2006 and was available through 2010. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including Sedan and Wagon models as well as 3.6L and 4MOTION versions.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 25.3-25.4" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2009 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 25.3-25.4" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2008 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 25.3-25.4" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2007 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 25.3-25.4" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2006 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 25.3-25.4" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat Spare Tires
This generation of the Volkswagen Passat began in 1998 and was available through 2005. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including Sedan and Wagon models as well as V6, GLX, W8 and 4MOTION versions.
There was a facelift redesign in 2001 that updated the styling, but the spare requirements stayed the same.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 24.9-25" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 24.9-25.3" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2003 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 24.9-25.3" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2002 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 24.9-25.3" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2001 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 24.9-25" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2000 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 24.9-25" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1999 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 24.9-25" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1998 | Volkswagen | Passat | 5x112 mm | 24.9-25" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
1994-1997 Volkswagen Passat Spare Tires
This generation of the Volkswagen Passat began in 1994 and was available through 1997. There were multiple versions manufactured in this year range and have specific spare tire and wheel solutions for each one. The models include Standard Sedan and Wagon versions, and the GLX models include Sedan and Wagon versions.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4x100 mm | 23.2" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Passat GLX | 5x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/70R17 | 23.9" | ||
| 1996 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4x100 mm | 23.2" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Passat GLX | 5x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/70R17 | 23.9" | ||
| 1995 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4x100 mm | 23.2" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Passat GLX | 5x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/70R17 | 23.9" | ||
| 1994 | Volkswagen | Passat GLX | 5x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/70R17 | 23.9" |
1989-1993 Volkswagen Passat Spare Tires
This generation of the Volkswagen Passat began in 1989 and was available through 1993. There were multiple versions manufactured in this year range and have specific spare tire and wheel solutions for each one. The models include Standard Sedan and Wagon versions, and the GLX models include Sedan and Wagon versions.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4x100 mm | 23.2" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Passat GLX | 5x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/70R17 | 23.9" | ||
| 1992 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4x100 mm | 23.2" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Passat GLX | 5x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/70R17 | 23.9" | ||
| 1991 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4x100 mm | 23.2" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4x100 mm | 23.2" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |