2012 16" Golf wheels on 2012 6R Polo

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2012 16" Golf wheels on 2012 6R Polo

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Can anyone confirm if a set of 2012 16' OEM golf wheels will fit a 2012 6R polo. The polo currently has 14" wheels with plastic covers
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No it will not fit, different bolt pattern and tyre size
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iichel wrote: Wed Sep 07, 2022 11:01 pm No it will not fit, different bolt pattern and tyre size
Do you know what the wheel spec for golf 16" is compared to polo 16" ? Looking on eBay I see some polo GTi 2012 wheels that seem to also be 5 stud
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golf 5*112
polo 5*100
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golf mk4 is the same 5 x 100 but no later golfs
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What's the max wheel size the 2012 polo can take without issues?
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john2k wrote: Thu Sep 08, 2022 7:20 pm What's the max wheel size the 2012 polo can take without issues?
18" with 215/35 rubber
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john2k wrote: Thu Sep 08, 2022 7:20 pm What's the max wheel size the 2012 polo can take without issues?
The largest standard size is described in your previous thread: viewtopic.php?t=77704
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amer6R wrote: Thu Sep 08, 2022 9:06 am golf 5*112
polo 5*100
I don't know much about wheels. Is 5*100 the nut spacing? Wha about other Measurements? Are there no other Measurements to make sure they fit? I seen some 16” ProLine wheels with nut spacings 5x100 but they are fitted with 195/55R15 tyres so that's a bit confusing, can you put 15" rubber on 16" wheels? Will this work on the Polo, is there no other Measurements like offset etc?
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Don't get me wrong... But are you being serious? 15 inch rubber on a 16 inch rim?
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john2k wrote: Mon Sep 12, 2022 10:42 pm Is 5*100 the nut spacing?
It means the 5 nuts are spaced around a circle 100mm in diameter.
john2k wrote: Mon Sep 12, 2022 10:42 pm ...is there no other Measurements like offset etc?
Yes. They'll typically be quoted as something like ET46 - as per the other thread. The offset will alter as the rim width (eg 6J, 7.5J) changes.

EDIT: The diameter of the hole in the middle that mounts on the hub will also be important for secure fitting.
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Here you have everthing
https://www.wheel-size.com/size/volkswagen/polo/2012/

If you dont understand, read more on:
what do tire markings mean
what do wheel specifications mean

- If you still have no clue after reading that, then go to the wheel and tire shop and buy there. Or at the dealer.
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amer6R wrote: Tue Sep 13, 2022 5:41 am Here you have everthing
https://www.wheel-size.com/size/volkswagen/polo/2012/

If you dont understand, read more on:
what do tire markings mean
what do wheel specifications mean

- If you still have no clue after reading that, then go to the wheel and tire shop and buy there. Or at the dealer.
Good advice.

@john2k - from your previous discussion thread your were considering fitting the largest wheels that can be fitted to a Polo. I cannot understand why you would feel the need to fit the largest size wheels that it’s physically possible to fit to a 6R / 6C Polo - hopefully as you are now asking whether 16” Golf alloys would fit your car, you’ve decided against fitting the largest possible and have decided on 16” wheels.

The largest size alloys that VW fit to the 6R / 6C Polo is 7.5J x 17” for a reason; I would certainly not go any larger than this - maybe stick at 7J x 16” maximum as the 215/40 R17” tyres you would require on 17” alloys are expensive as they’re not a common size.

7J x 16” alloys with 215/45 R16 tyres would be a good compromise IMHO between aesthetics and acceptable ride comfort. I would also aim to stick to alloys with a spec that’s either the same or a close as possible to the OEM spec of VW’s 16” alloys that they fit to the 6R / 6C Polo (i.e. avoid anything too wide and / or with too aggressive an offset, otherwise you may experience tyre rubbing issues).

Also bear the following considerations in mind;
  • Any replacement wheels must have a PCD (bolt pattern) of 5x100. If not, the bolt holes in the wheels won’t line up with the corresponding bolt holes in the car’s wheel hub assemblies, so it won’t be possible to fit the wheels to the car.
  • I’d avoid cheap Chinese imported alloys as the quality of construction and finish can be questionable. They’ve been mentions on various forums over the years of cheap imported alloys having poor structural integrity, so they may be more prone to buckling and cracking if they hit a pothole, kerb or raised drain cover than alloys that are from a reputable manufacturer such as BBS, Ronal, Borbet etc.
  • I’d personally avoid anything that’s diamond cut (often also described as ‘machined’ or ‘polished’) as the finish isn’t very durable - especially if the wheels are going on a daily driver that’s used all year round. Diamond cut alloys are prone to white worm corrosion, especially when they’re subjected to winter road conditions. Also, be aware that diamond cut alloys can usually only be refurbished a maximum of two times as the refurbishment process involves re-cutting the face of the wheel on a lathe, removing a layer of metal, so reducing the thickness of the wheel. More than two refurbishments, and the structural integrity of the wheel can be compromised. Diamond cut alloys also seem to be quite easily damaged by tyre fitters.
  • Most aftermarket alloy wheels use different profile bolts to the original VW wheels (VW use radius bolts and most - but not all - aftermarket alloys use tapered bolts). It’s really important that the correct bolts for the wheels are used to ensure they correctly fit the mating surface in the bolt holes of the wheels and the wheels are fastened securely on the car - if not, worse case scenario is the wheel bolts working loose while the car is being driven and a wheel (or wheels) coming off the car. If buying new wheels from a reputable alloy wheel retailer, they should supply a fitting kit that includes new bolts if they’re required. The fitting kit should also include spigot rings of the appropriate size for your car if they’re needed:- if the centre bore size of the new wheels is larger than the VW OEM centre bore size of 57.1, then the spigot rings fit inside the the centre bore hole of the wheels to reduce its size to 57.1. Keep the bolts from one of your existing alloys in your car in case you ever need to fit your spare wheel.
If buying used alloys;
  • always ask the seller if they’ve been refurbished to remove cosmetic imperfections, kerbing/parking damage, or had any structural repairs (e.g. to remove buckling, welding to repair cracks etc.). Always ask to see pictures of the reverse side of the wheels (especially for any wheels advertised as genuine VW OEM alloys) for details such as size, spec and manufacturer’s name, part number, safety testing certification marks (e.g. TUV, JWL, ABE), which should be stamped into the reverse side of the spokes. Safety certification marks are an indication that the alloys have gone through - and passed - a strict safety testing process.
  • a set of used alloys that are clean (front and back - not just the face of the wheels) and well prepared for sale are an indication - but not a guarantee - that they’ve been well cared for by the seller.
Also, don’t forget to budget for new tyres and avoid cheap, budget Chinese brand tyres - referred to by many as ‘ditch finders’ for very good reason. The overall rolling radius of any new wheel / tyre set up should be the same as your existing wheel / tyre set up so you don’t get speedo reading errors. I’d always recommend using one of the wheel / tyre calculators on various alloy wheel retailer websites so you can check to ensure you won’t have any clearance or rubbing issues. I use the one on www.willtheyfit.com. If you input the required details of your existing and new wheel / tyre set up, it’ll calculate the critical numbers for you - e.g. tuck, poke, if you’ll experience and speedo reading errors etc.

Fitting different wheels to the original factory fitted set is a modification for insurance purposes, so be sure to tell your insurance company if you do change your wheels - if you don’t tell them, they may void your policy if you make a claim.

If you find the above information bewildering and / or difficult to understand, then do as @amer6R has suggested - go to a reputable specialist wheel / tyre retailer who should be able to advise you and help ensure any new wheel / tyre set up is appropriate, a good fit and - most importantly - safe for your car.
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