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2024 Volkswagen ID.4 tire sizes & fitment

Approved tire and wheel sizes for the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4, sourced from manufacturer fitment data and refreshed monthly.

Approved fitments

Tire size Rim size PCD (bolt pattern) Offset Load index Speed rating
235/55R19 OEM R19 N/A N/A N/A N/A
255/50R19 OEM R19 N/A N/A N/A N/A
235/60R18 OEM 8x18 N/A 45mm 107 T
235/55R19 8x19 N/A 45mm 105 T
235/50R20 8x20 N/A 45mm 104 T
235/45R21 8.5x21 N/A 40mm 101 T
235/50R20 OEM R20 N/A N/A N/A N/A
255/45R20 OEM R20 N/A N/A N/A N/A

Best by use case

Four tires, four jobs

Best all-season

Goodyear

Assurance MaxLife

all-season touring, UTQG 820, 85,000-mi warranty

Best budget

Goodyear

Assurance MaxLife

Lowest cost per mile in this size; UTQG 820

Best quiet

Michelin

Defender 2

68 dB cabin noise (EU label); quietest in this size

Best winter

Toyo

Celsius CUV

All-weather; ice/snow grip

See the best tires for the Volkswagen ID.4, ranked by category →

Tire recalls & safety complaints for the Volkswagen ID.4 →

Plus-size and winter-downsize options for every Volkswagen ID.4 factory size →

Compatible alternative sizes for 235/55R19

Sizes within the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter safe-fit tolerance. Each row links to the size's own page.

Alternative size%Δ ODCategoryVerdict
215/60R19 -0.07% winter narrower Safe
205/75R17 -0.24% alternative Safe
235/60R18 -0.26% alternative Safe
235/50R20 0.26% plus 1 Safe
205/50R21 -0.36% plus 2 Safe

For the full list of alternatives with comfort/handling impact, see 235/55R19 upsize options. To check an arbitrary size pair, use the tire compatibility calculator.

Check a different size against this vehicle

Type any tire size below; we'll compute its overall-diameter delta against the OEM 235/55R19 and verdict using the ETRTO ±3% rule.

Common upgrade paths

Use the plus-size calculator to evaluate any rim step against the OEM size.

How to choose tires for the 2024 volkswagen ID.4

The 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 ships from the factory on 235/55R19 tires mounted on R19 wheels. 6 approved fitments are documented for this model year, allowing some flexibility between performance, comfort, and winter compounds. The Compatible alternative sizes table above lists every safe substitution within the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter tolerance.

Tire choice on the Volkswagen ID.4 comes down to three trade-offs that matter more than brand loyalty: load index (must equal or exceed the OEM number), speed rating (must match or exceed the placard), and UTQG treadwear (higher means longer life, lower usually means stickier rubber). Owners replacing factory tires with the same compound class, for example all-season for all-season, generally see no change in ride characteristics or fuel economy. Switching categories (performance summer to all-season touring, for example) is where the trade-offs show up at the contact patch.

For 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 owners considering a plus-size upgrade, the safer option is a Plus-1 step (one rim size up with a 10-point aspect drop and ~10 mm of additional section width). Plus-2 is technically viable on this chassis if the alternative-sizes table lists a Plus-2 candidate within tolerance, but expect a meaningful ride-harshness penalty and a tire-cost premium of 30–60% per tire relative to the OEM fitment. For winter use the recommended pattern is one width step down (e.g. from a 235 to a 225) with the aspect ratio bumped up to preserve overall diameter; narrower tires apply higher contact pressure per square inch on snow, which translates directly into shorter braking distances. The plus-size calculator evaluates any specific rim step against this OEM size.

Before purchasing, verify the tire size on the driver-door placard of your specific 2024 Volkswagen ID.4, since trim levels and option packages can shift the original fitment from what is documented here. The placard reading is the authoritative source per FMVSS 110, and dealers will reference the placard rather than aftermarket catalogs when validating warranty claims.

NHTSA-reported issues for 2024 volkswagen ID.4

33
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Injuries
0
Deaths

Top issue category: Tires (General)

Most reported: Tires (General) (25) · Bead (2) · TPMS (2) · Tread / Belt (2) · Sidewall (2)

Reported across: 2021 – 2023 (3 years)

What owners described

Blowout or sudden deflation appears in 31% of these reports; about 1.5× as often as across all tire complaints. Percentages are shares of the 16 reports covering every model year of the Volkswagen ID.4 that include a written account; a single report can describe more than one problem, so they do not total 100%.

Reported problemThis subjectAll tire complaintsRelative
Blowout or sudden deflation 31% 20% 1.5×
Sidewall failure 25% 15% 1.7×
Loss of control, rollover or collision 13% 8% 1.5×
Cracking or dry rot 6% 9% 0.7×

Mileage at failure

14 of these reports state an odometer reading. The middle report is at 14,759 miles, with 8 in 10 falling between 11,827 and 30,000 miles.

In owners' own words

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA about Volkswagen ID.4. Reports are published by NHTSA as filed and are lightly cleaned here only to remove intake codes.

I have purchased a set of Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra (P 235 / 55 R 19 105 W XL front, P 255 / 50 R 19 107 W XL back) in August 2022 for my 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S RWD EV. After only 12,000 miles, tire dry rot started showing up in June 2023 on all tires. The tires have a 80,000 miles warranty so I don't know how come they started to dry rot only after 12,000 miles. If the tires fail while driving, this can be a severe safety hazard as the vehicle may lose control shall the tires fail.

NHTSA complaint 1901852 · 2021 vehicle

The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Alenza, Tire Size: 235/55/R19, DOT Number: 2761004ES. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the contact experienced a front driver's side tire blowout. Upon inspection, the sidewall of the tire had separated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000.

NHTSA complaint 1909133 · 2021 vehicle

235/50/20 104T MFD: 0223 & 5022 (both on the front) Driven less than 15,000 miles so far. Started having this issue around 10k miles. Will have to swap soon before a major accident occurs due to tire failure and checking almost all the boxes that are below. I have no words to describe and neither does the firestone employee. I am attaching pictures. Chunks of tread are coming off from all around the tire. Inside, outside, 360 degree. In the picture you'll see how much tread there indeed is and see how deep the chunks are. This is a major safety issue. I have 2 other tires same model but from 2024 MFD without issue. Please contact ASAP about this at [XXX]S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA complaint 2121540 · 2021 vehicle

The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen ID4 equip with Bridgestone Alenza tires size 255/55/R19 DOT 2761004ES. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH the rear passenger side tire suddenly experienced a blowout. Upon inspection the tires sidewall had separated from the tire. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 20,000.

NHTSA complaint 1909159 · 2021 vehicle

Complaints are voluntarily submitted to the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation and are not verified by NHTSA; they represent owner-reported problems, not proven defects. Counts can be useful as a relative quality signal across comparable tires or vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

What size tires fit a 2024 Volkswagen ID.4?
The OEM tire size for the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is 235/55R19 mounted on R19 wheels.. Trim levels and option packages can shift the original fitment; confirm against your specific vehicle's driver-door placard before purchase.
Can I run a different tire size on my 2024 Volkswagen ID.4?
Plus-sizing (larger rim, lower aspect) is possible within ±3% of the OEM overall diameter per the ETRTO safe-fit standard. The Compatible alternative sizes table on this page lists every safe option for the OEM size. Always confirm with the manufacturer or a qualified tire shop before deviating from the placard.
Where can I buy tires for my 2024 Volkswagen ID.4?
Online tire retailers in our affiliate network carry every size documented for this vehicle. Use the Shop online buttons above to compare prices across them; variance of $20–$40 per tire is common between merchants. The <a href="/tools/tire-install-cost-calculator/">install cost calculator</a> estimates the out-the-door including mount, balance, TPMS, and disposal by state.
What is the recommended tire pressure for the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4?
The cold-inflation pressure is printed on the driver-door placard of your specific vehicle and varies by trim, tire size, and loaded vs unloaded condition. Typical OEM front and rear pressures fall between 30 and 36 psi for passenger trims and 32–40 psi for SUV/truck variants, but the placard is the authoritative source.
Can I fit winter tires in a different size on my 2024 Volkswagen ID.4?
Yes; the standard winter-tire fitment pattern is one width step narrower than OEM (e.g. 225 → 215) with the aspect ratio bumped up to preserve overall diameter. Narrower tires increase contact pressure on snow for better traction. The Compatible alternative sizes table includes any winter-friendly options that fall within ±3% OD for this vehicle.
How often should I rotate the tires on my 2024 Volkswagen ID.4?
Every 5,000–7,500 miles is the typical OEM recommendation for passenger vehicles. AWD vehicles and high-torque trucks benefit from the shorter interval. Documented rotation history is also a tire-warranty prerequisite; most manufacturer treadwear claims require rotation receipts at the warranty inspection.

For broader tire questions; replacement timing, UTQG, EV-specific tires, winter swaps; see the tire FAQ.

Sources for this page

  1. Vehicle owner's manual tire & wheel placard; door-jamb placard on the Volkswagen ID.4 is the authoritative source for OEM tire size, load index, and cold-inflation pressure for your specific trim.
  2. NHTSA SaferCar; recall lookup for the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4.
  3. ETRTO 2024 Standards Manual §2.3; overall-diameter math used for the alternative-size verdicts above.
  4. Tire & Rim Association 2025 Yearbook; load-index to maximum-load reference.

Last verified 2026-10-07.