Volkswagen VW Tiguan 5N Silver Alloy Wheel Rim 18" ET:43 7J Spoke New York

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. Volkswagen VW Tiguan 5N Silver Alloy Wheel Rim 18" ET:43 7J Spoke New York is an original component from the Wheels category, designed specifically to maintain the factory driving parameters and aesthetics of the Tiguan model. The rim construction ensures stable handling, predictable vehicle behavior, and a consistent, elegant exterior look. This is a solution for drivers who want to combine functionality with aesthetics in accordance with the manufacturer's standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5N0601025AF-3
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5N0601025AF
• Substitutable numbers: 5N0601025AF, 5N0 601 025 AF
• Color: Silver
• Rim diameter: 17"
• Rim width: 7
• Offset (ET): 43
• Hole diameter: 112
• Number of holes: 5
• Category: Rims

Purpose and characteristics of the rim

The New York rim was developed as factory equipment for the Volkswagen Tiguan, ensuring the right balance between comfort, handling precision, and durability. The silver color used blends well with both light and dark body paints, highlighting the wheel arch lines and giving the vehicle a neat, cohesive appearance. The rim is manufactured as a lightweight alloy wheel, which helps reduce unsprung mass and improves suspension response to road irregularities.

Mounting parameters and compatibility

The rim features five mounting holes and a precisely matched bolt pattern, allowing for secure seating on the hub and proper interaction with the chassis. The applied offset ensures the correct wheel position relative to the wheel arch and suspension components, which is crucial for maintaining geometry and avoiding unwanted stress. The width and diameter of the rim have been selected to allow for the installation of popular tire sizes used on the Tiguan, while maintaining the appropriate profile and load capacity.

Construction, appearance, and utility values

The multi-spoke design of the New York rim combines aesthetic and practical functions – the spoke layout promotes effective cooling of the braking system while facilitating visual inspection of the discs and pads. The silver finish is universal and easy to maintain, effectively masking minor operational dirt and allowing for easy matching with various visual styles of the car, from utility versions to higher-trim variants. The aluminum construction facilitates precise wheel balancing, which translates into reduced vibrations and higher driving comfort.

Practical application and benefits of choosing

The New York rim will work well both as a replacement element after damage to a factory rim and when looking to unify a set of wheels on the car. Properly selected mounting parameters facilitate the work of tire service centers, and maintaining the manufacturer's standards limits the risk of suspension geometry issues or wheel arch rubbing. Original Volkswagen branding means a perfect fit for factory bolts, hubs, and hub caps, which simplifies installation and subsequent maintenance.

Expanding wheel configuration in a Volkswagen

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel and suspension area in your Volkswagen and need other components from the same group, such as additional rims, seasonal wheel sets, or replacement sets for different tire types, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen Wheels category. For drivers who, alongside wheel upgrades, are concerned about the overall condition of the vehicle in demanding temperature conditions, a practical guide on the operation of the cooling system in high temperatures may be helpful – you can find it in the article Summer heat vs. cooling system: used radiators and fans as a guarantee of savings.