GTI wheels for R

[Chirp]

Will a set of GTI wheels fit my 2015 Golf R? I put 18" OZ's on when I got the car but they don't play well with PA roads. I replaced two already and now another is cracked. I'd like to stay with the 18" but get stock VW wheels.

 

[Al_in_Philly]

GTI wheels are interchangeable with those on an R. Unfortunately, PA potholes do a number on the heavier VW wheels as well--don't ask me how I know. If you're in the Philly area, there's a company up in Manayunk (Alloy Wheel Repair Specialists) who does a very good job of straightening wheels for a somewhat reasonable price. I've learned to always buy an extra couple of wheels whenever I pick up an aftermarket set.

 

[hans611]

God I used to live in that tri-state area, SE PA / South NJ / North DE... It wasn't just the pot holes, but the random GIANT "steps" on highways, some felt inches high, would literally move the turn signals / windshield wiper stalks... it was like hitting a curb straight on at highway speeds.

They where everywhere and random, god forbid I wasnt familiar with that area... I appreciate the roads in south FL so much now, absolutely blessed, running the 19in cadiz is actually possible and fine... (they survived their time (~20k mi) in the northeast, no bends or cracks....)

 

[2019 Golf R]

Yes, GTI wheels will fit on the R with standard brakes.

Source: my winter setup is the 18" GTI Pretoria wheel from VW.

 

[Chirp]

I got a set of Austin 18" wheels from a GTI. They fit fine. Now I just have to get used to having round wheels.

 

[VDubberinDE]

I had APR aftermarket wheels and kept bending/cracking them on DE/PA roads. So I switched back to VW wheels and even though they are heavier, have not had any breaks. I have hit some hard spots too. For my R I have 19" Passat R wheels in summer and 18" GTI Dallas wheels for winter. They all use the same Bolt pattern and hub size.

 

[Mcgill23]

Looking for some winter wheels and tires in philly… seems a couple people on this post are local lol

 

[Al_in_Philly]

Looking for some winter wheels and tires in philly… seems a couple people on this post are local lol

If you're looking for 19" wheels, I was about to sell my original alloys for $100-set, just to clear some space in my basement. Shoot me a DM quickly if you want them. A couple have some minor curb rash. I'm in the Italian Market section of Philly.