Skoda Octavia Mk3 5E Silver Alloy Wheel Rim 6,5J 16" ET:46 5E0601025BE

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Skoda Octavia Mk3 5E Silver Alloy Wheel Rim 6,5J 16" ET:46 is a factory-made aluminum rim designed for Skoda models with a five-hole mounting pattern. The silver finish and precisely selected geometric parameters ensure stable handling, a cohesive look with the bodywork, and proper cooperation with the chassis system. It is a practical choice for drivers looking for an original rim with predictable performance characteristics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5E0601025BE-2
• Mark: Skoda
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5E0601025BE
• Substitutable numbers: 5E0601025BE, 5E0 601 025 BE
• Color: Silver
• Rim diameter: 16"
• Rim width: 6.5
• Offset (ET): 46
• Hole diameter: 112
• Number of holes: 5
• Rim material: Aluminium
• Category: Rims

Purpose and fitment for Skoda Octavia 5E

The presented rim was designed as an original equipment component for the third-generation Skoda Octavia (5E), ensuring it maintains the correct mounting parameters and suspension performance characteristics. The rim construction is adapted for a five-bolt mounting with a properly selected bolt pattern diameter, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of improper wheel seating.

Choosing a rim with this diameter and width allows for the use of popular tire sizes, often chosen as a compromise between comfort, handling, and operating costs. Thanks to this solution, the car retains its factory driving characteristics without interfering with the suspension geometry.

Construction, material, and geometric parameters

The rim belongs to the Wheels category and is made of a lightweight aluminum alloy, which helps reduce unsprung mass compared to traditional steel rims. A lighter construction can positively influence suspension response, handling precision, and ride comfort, especially on uneven surfaces.

The silver finish of the rim is stylistically universal and blends well with both light and dark body colors. The applied width, diameter, and offset parameters create a balanced set that promotes even load distribution on the hub and suspension components, while also helping to maintain the proper wheel arch line without pushing the wheel too far outward.

Performance characteristics of the aluminum rim

The aluminum construction of the rim provides a favorable strength-to-weight ratio, which is important for daily use in city and extra-urban traffic. This type of rim works well with both summer and winter tires, provided that appropriate care products are used and regular cleaning is performed.

The five-hole mounting with a specific bolt pattern diameter ensures stable load transfer from the tire to the hub, which is significant for driving safety. A properly selected offset supports the correct operation of wheel bearings and suspension components, limiting excessive loads resulting from improper rim seating.

Condition, application, and benefits of choosing an original rim

The rim comes from the Skoda brand and is an original component, which makes it easy to fit to the vehicle without the need for spacers or non-standard bolts. This type of rim will work well both as a replacement for a damaged rim and as an additional set for a separate set of tires, for example, seasonal ones.

Choosing an original aluminum rim with factory parameters is a beneficial solution for drivers who want to maintain predictable car behavior, avoid issues with roadworthiness, and keep a consistent vehicle appearance. The used nature of the product allows for cost savings compared to a new rim, while maintaining compliance with the vehicle manufacturer's requirements.

Configuration expansion and knowledge about aluminum rims

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the chassis area in your car and need other components from the same group, such as additional rims, wheel sets, or alternative rim designs, check out the available parts in the Skoda Wheels category.

Before choosing a specific rim model, it is worth expanding your knowledge about the selection, operation, and refreshing of aluminum rims – you will find practical tips in the article Used rims like new: a guide to buying and refurbishing aluminum rims, which discusses, among other things, what to look for during inspection and what possibilities professional refurbishment offers.