What is a bolt pattern (PCD)?
It is the number of lug holes and the diameter of the circle they sit on. 5x114.3 means five lugs on a 114.3 mm (4.5 inch) circle. The wheel’s pattern has to match the hub, or the wheel will not center or clamp correctly.
Does the center bore have to match exactly?
The wheel bore should be at least as large as the hub. A tight match (hub-centric) centers the wheel on the hub, not just on the studs. If the wheel bore is larger, use the correct hub-centric rings. Never use a wheel whose bore is smaller than the hub.
Can I put 5x114.3 wheels on a 5x120 car, or Civic wheels on a Type R?
No. Close patterns are not interchangeable. A Honda Civic Type R (5x120) does not share a regular Civic’s 5x114.3 pattern, and a 2020+ Corolla (5x114.3) does not take earlier Corolla 5x100 wheels without a new hub or an adapter, which we do not recommend casually.
Why does lug thread matter?
The nut or bolt has to match the stud or hole: 12x1.5 is not 12x1.25, and 14x1.5 is not 14x2.0 or 1/2-20. A wrong pitch can feel like it threads in, then strip. Subaru and many Nissans use 12x1.25; most Hondas and Toyotas use 12x1.5; many 2021+ F-150s use 14x1.5, not the earlier 14x2.0.
Why is the OEM offset a range?
Factory wheels vary by trim, wheel size and year. A base 16-inch steel wheel and an optional 19-inch alloy on the same car often have different widths and ET numbers. Use the range as a starting point, then check the stamp on your current wheel or a dealer parts catalog.
How do I confirm these specs on my car?
Read the door-jamb tire sticker, the stamp on the back of a factory wheel (ET, size), or the owner’s manual. A lug-pattern gauge or a careful measurement of stud spacing also works. Verify pattern, center bore, thread pitch and offset with the seller before you buy. This dataset is curated typical OEM data, not a guarantee.