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SUBARU WRX VS VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R

Side-by-side OEM specs and computed fitment envelopes for any two platforms in the database. Bolt pattern is only one mounting requirement; center bore, fasteners, seat geometry, brake clearance, offset, and wheel load capacity also matter.

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Bolt pattern mismatchSubaru WRX runs 5x114.3 while Volkswagen Golf R runs 5x112 — different bolt patterns, so a direct swap is off the table without adapters.
SpecSubaru WRXVolkswagen Golf R
YearsVB (2022+)Mk8 (2020+)
Bolt pattern5x114.35x112
Front suspensionMacPherson strutMacPherson strut
OEM wheel8.5x18 ET558x19 ET50
OEM tire245/40R18235/35R19
Center boreNot verifiedNot verified
Thread sizeNot verifiedNot verified
Fastener / seatNot verifiedNot verified

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