How the calculation works
The lug holes sit on an imaginary circle called the pitch circle. The distance between two
adjacent holes is a chord of that circle, so the diameter follows from simple geometry:
PCD = distance / sin(180 / n), where n is the number of lugs. For 5 lugs that
works out to the adjacent distance multiplied by 1.7013.
Common bolt patterns by vehicle
The chart below covers the most common patterns. Always verify against your own vehicle before buying wheels: patterns can change between generations, trims and markets.
| Bolt pattern | Common vehicles |
|---|---|
| 4x100 | Honda Civic, Mazda MX-5 Miata, Volkswagen Golf Mk2 / Mk3, Toyota Yaris, Honda Fit / Jazz |
| 4x108 | Ford Fiesta, Peugeot 206, Citroën C3, Audi 80, Peugeot 207 |
| 4x114.3 | Nissan 240SX, Honda Accord, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra, Nissan Altima |
| 5x100 | Subaru Impreza, Subaru Legacy / Outback, Toyota 86 / Scion FR-S, Volkswagen Golf Mk4 / Jetta Mk4, Chrysler PT Cruiser |
| 5x105 | Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Sonic, Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Bolt EV |
| 5x108 | Ford Focus, Volvo XC60, Jaguar XF, Ford Mondeo, Volvo S60 / V60 |
| 5x110 | Saab 9-3, Jeep Compass, Alfa Romeo Giulia, Saab 9-5, Alfa Romeo Stelvio |
| 5x112 | Volkswagen Golf, Audi A4, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Skoda Octavia, BMW 3 Series |
| 5x114.3 | Honda Civic, Toyota Camry, Ford Mustang, Honda Accord, Toyota RAV4 |
| 5x115 | Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, Chevrolet Impala, Cadillac CTS, Chrysler 300 |
| 5x120 | BMW 3 Series, Land Rover Range Rover, Tesla Model S, Volkswagen Transporter T5 / T6, BMW 5 Series |
| 5x127 | Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| 5x130 | Porsche 911, Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7, Volkswagen Touareg, Porsche Boxster / Cayman |
| 5x139.7 | Suzuki Jimny, Ram 1500, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Ford F-150, Ford Bronco |
| 6x114.3 | Nissan Frontier, Nissan Navara, Renault Alaskan, Mercedes-Benz X-Class, Nissan Xterra |
| 6x127 | Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, Oldsmobile Bravada, Isuzu Ascender |
| 6x135 | Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, Ford F-150 Raptor, Ford F-150 Lightning |
| 6x139.7 | Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Toyota Tacoma, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Hilux, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado |
| 8x165.1 | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD / 3500HD, GMC Sierra 2500HD / 3500HD, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Chevrolet C/K 2500 / 3500 |
| 8x170 | Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford Excursion, Ford F-350 Super Duty |
| 8x180 | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD, GMC Sierra 2500HD, Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD, GMC Sierra 3500HD, Chevrolet Suburban 2500 |
See the full bolt pattern chart for every pattern with its complete vehicle list and look-alikes.
Before you buy wheels
Bolt pattern is the first of four checks. The wheel also needs a compatible center bore, a safe offset, and clearance for your tires. Run the numbers with the wheel offset calculator and the tire size comparison calculator before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
What does a bolt pattern like 5x114.3 mean?
The first number is the number of lug holes. The second is the pitch circle diameter (PCD) in millimeters: the diameter of an imaginary circle drawn through the center of every lug hole. So 5x114.3 means five lugs on a 114.3 mm circle.
How do I measure a 5 lug bolt pattern?
With an odd number of lugs you cannot simply measure across the circle. Measure the center-to-center distance between two adjacent lug holes, then use this calculator: for 5 lugs the PCD equals that distance multiplied by 1.7013. For 4, 6 or 8 lugs you can also measure directly across from the center of one hole to the center of the opposite hole: that distance is the PCD itself.
Can I fit a 5x114.3 wheel on a 5x112 hub?
Not directly, and adapters that make it possible add complexity and risk. A 1.3 mm mismatch may look tiny, but the lugs will not seat properly and the wheel can work loose. Only fit wheels whose bolt pattern exactly matches your hub, or use quality hub-centric adapters rated for your vehicle.
Is bolt pattern the only thing that decides if a wheel fits?
No. A wheel must also match your center bore (or use hub-centric rings), have an offset that clears the suspension and fenders, and use the correct lug seat type (conical, ball or flat). Bolt pattern is only the first check.