The 5x112 bolt pattern is a common fitment used primarily by the Volkswagen Group (VW, Audi, Porsche for SUVs) and Mercedes-Benz. You'll also find it on many modern Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep front-wheel and all-wheel-drive vehicles. Essentially, if you're driving a European-brand car or a newer American crossover or sedan, there's a good chance it uses this pattern. It indicates the wheel has 5 lug bolts arranged in a circle with a 112-millimeter diameter.
When shopping for wheels, confirming the bolt pattern is the first step. You must also check the center bore (the hole in the center of the wheel that centers it on the hub), lug type (whether it uses bolts or nuts), offset (how far the wheel sits in or out from the hub), and the required load rating. Simply matching the 5x112 pattern is not enough for a safe fit.
The prevalence of this pattern means the aftermarket wheel selection is vast. It covers a wide range of vehicles, from sporty sedans like the Audi A4 and Mercedes C-Class to family SUVs like the VW Atlas and Jeep Grand Cherokee. This cross-compatibility can be a bonus if you're looking for used OEM wheels from other models.
| Vehicle Manufacturers & Common Models Using 5x112 Bolt Pattern |
| :--- | :--- |
| Volkswagen (VW) | Golf, GTI, Jetta, Passat, Tiguan, Atlas |
| Audi | A3, A4, A5, A6, Q3, Q5, Q7 |
| Mercedes-Benz | C-Class, E-Class, CLA, GLC, GLE |
| Porsche | Cayenne, Macan, Panamera |
| Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep | 300, Charger, Challenger, Durango, Grand Cherokee |
| Other | Some SEAT, Škoda models, Tesla Model S (2012-2020) |
Always verify your specific vehicle's requirements. The most reliable method is to check your owner's manual or look at the sticker on the driver's side door jamb, which lists the exact wheel specifications. You can also measure it yourself: the distance between the centers of two adjacent lug holes multiplied by 1.05 will give you the bolt circle diameter.
