Tire fitment
The 2020 Volkswagen Jetta base tire size is 205/60R16 — 205 mm wide with a 60% aspect ratio on 16″ rims. 3 OEM sizes are available across trims.
2020 Volkswagen Jetta
205/60R1625.7″ overall diameter · 123 mm sidewall · ~785 rev/mi
| Trim | Tire size | Rim | Diameter | vs Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S/SE ★ | 205/60R16 | 6.5×16″ | 25.7″ (652.4 mm) | — |
| Sport | 205/55R17 | 7×17″ | 25.9″ (657.3 mm) | +0.75% |
| SEL/GLI | 225/45R18 | 7.5×18″ | 26″ (659.7 mm) | +1.12% |
The 2020 Volkswagen Jetta ships with 205/60R16 tires on the base trim — that's an overall diameter of 25.7″. The 205 mm width and 60% sidewall ratio give you 123 mm of sidewall cushion between the rim and the road.
Match the load index and speed rating from your door-jamb placard — not just the size. If you're switching sizes, keep the overall diameter within ~3% to avoid speedometer error and potential ABS/traction-control issues.
Factory fitment for the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta; verify against your door-jamb placard or owner's manual.
The base 2020 Volkswagen Jetta uses 205/60R16 tires — 205 mm wide, 60% aspect ratio, on 16-inch rims. The overall diameter is 25.7″ (652.4 mm). Higher trims use different sizes — see the table above. Confirm against your door-jamb placard.
Yes, within limits. Keep the overall diameter within about 3% of 25.7″ to avoid speedometer error and clearance issues. A wider tire may improve grip, but match the load and speed ratings your Jetta requires.
205/60R16 tires have an overall diameter of 25.7″ (652.4 mm), with a 123 mm sidewall height. That's about 785 revolutions per mile.
The 2020 Volkswagen Jetta tire sizes shown are OEM factory fitments. Confirm your exact tire size, load rating, and speed rating against the door-jamb placard or owner's manual before buying tires.