Racingline Cup Edition ‘EVO’ 18″ x 8.5″ (ET45) Matte Bronze Alloy Wheel
The Racingline Cup Edition ‘EVO’ alloy wheel is built for drivers who want a genuine track-focused wheel that still looks superb on the road. Developed and tested on Racingline’s own race and development cars, this 18″ x 8.5″ wheel in a deep Matte Bronze finish brings together low weight, real-world strength, and a fitment that suits a wide range of modern VW Group models.
As an authorised Racingline retailer, we supply these wheels exactly as intended by the manufacturer, with the build quality and finish to match.
Why Choose the Cup Edition ‘EVO’
The ‘EVO’ design follows on from the original Cup Edition wheel, refined for stronger track performance without losing its everyday usability. At just 9.7kg per wheel, it reduces unsprung weight (the weight of parts not supported by the suspension), which helps the suspension respond more quickly to bumps and improves steering feel. Lower unsprung weight can also contribute to slightly sharper acceleration and braking response.
The 18″ diameter is deliberately chosen to allow a taller, squarer tyre sidewall. This is ideal for track use, where it reduces tyre roll under hard cornering and helps avoid the excessive arch rubbing often seen with larger diameter wheels.
Key Features
- Size: 18″ x 8.5″ with ET45 offset, suited to a wide range of MQB, MQB EVO and A5 platform vehicles with a 5×112 PCD
- Weight: 9.7kg (21.3lbs) per wheel, a strong balance of light weight and durability
- Finish: Hard-wearing Matte Bronze, designed to resist fading and chipping
- Knurled bead seats: Small ridges on the inner rim that grip the tyre and prevent it slipping under heavy braking or hard cornering
- Drainage cutouts: Help water and road debris escape, reducing long-term corrosion risk
- Tested to ISO 7141: Verified for geometric accuracy, impact strength and structural fatigue resistance, with a maximum load rating of 560kg per wheel
Fitment
The ET45 offset is designed to suit popular VW, Audi, SEAT/Cupra and Skoda models on the MQB, MQB EVO and A5 platforms with a 5×112 bolt pattern. This includes a wide range of Golf, Polo, A3, S3, Leon, Cupra and Octavia variants, among others.
Please use the vehicle lookup tool or check the Vehicle Fitment tab to confirm compatibility with your specific car. For vehicles running additional camber or wider arches for motorsport, an ET35 option is also available in Gunmetal Grey.
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 18″ |
| Width | 8.5″ |
| Offset (ET) | 45 |
| PCD | 5×112 |
| Weight (per wheel) | 9.7kg |
| Max Load | 560kg per wheel |
| Finish | Matte Bronze |
| Standard | ISO 7141 tested |
Available Options
This listing is available as a Single Wheel or as a Full Set of four. Choose the option that suits your needs, whether you are replacing a damaged wheel or fitting a complete new set.
The Cup Edition ‘EVO’ wheel in Matte Bronze offers a serious, motorsport-inspired upgrade that improves the way your car drives and looks, backed by proper engineering and real-world testing.
Applications
Please note, customers are wholly responsible for checking fitment for their vehicle.



















