Volkswagen Tiguan Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The Volkswagen Tiguan used a 5x112 mm bolt pattern for all models from 2009 to 2026 along with tire diameters ranging from 27.0" to 28.3" 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 Tiguan years and options. In this case, 145/60R20 and 145/85R18 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 Tiguan spare tire.
2025-2026 Volkswagen Tiguan Spare Tires
This generation of the Volkswagen Tiguan began in 2025 and is still the current model being produced. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including R-Line and 4MOTION versions.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 28-28.3" | 145/85R18 | 27.7" |
| 2025 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 28-28.3" | 145/85R18 | 27.7" |
2018-2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Spare Tires
This generation of the Volkswagen Tiguan began in 2018 and was available through 2024. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including R-Line and 4MOTION versions.
There was a facelift redesign in 2022 that changed the look of the car, but it did not have a specific impact on the spare tire size.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 28-28.3" | 145/85R18 | 27.7" |
| 2023 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 28-28.3" | 145/85R18 | 27.7" |
| 2022 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 28-28.3" | 145/85R18 | 27.7" |
| 2021 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 28-28.3" | 145/85R18 | 27.7" |
| 2020 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 28-28.3" | 145/85R18 | 27.7" |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 28-28.3" | 145/85R18 | 27.7" |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 27-28.3" | 145/85R18 | 27.7" |
2009-2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Spare Tires
This generation of the Volkswagen Tiguan began in 2009 and was available through 2018. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including R-Line and 4MOTION versions.
There was a facelift redesign in 2012 that changed the look of the car, but it did not have a specific impact on the spare tire size.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 27-28.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2014 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2013 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2012 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2011 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2010 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 2009 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | 5x112 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |