2001 Acura NSX Wheel Interchange

tl;dr

2001 Acura NSX known OEM wheel data below. NSX often runs staggered sizing by axle. If your rear specs differ, confirm with the on-page calculator and your OEM service info.

Do not assume this covers both axles. The NSX commonly uses different rear sizing. Verify by VIN or owner’s manual.

Recommendation

I treat the 2001 NSX as a precision chassis. Start with OEM geometry, then change one variable at a time.

• Confirm both axles. If your rear wheel differs, record its diameter, width, and offset.
• Stay hub-centric to 64.1 mm. Avoid large center bore without proper rings.
• Match bolt pattern 5x114.3 and M12x1.5 threads only.
• Use the calculator. Compare donor wheels against your NSX. Adjust width and offset until inner and outer clearances look safe.
• Keep tire overall diameter close to OEM. The calculator updates diameter as you change rim size.
• If upsizing, test a small step first. Example workflow: 16x7 ET55 to a 17x7.5 with a near OEM effective offset. Confirm inner clearance and fender poke in the tool.
• Select tires after wheels. Enter section width and aspect ratio to maintain diameter and speedometer behavior.

Impact

• Offset changes alter scrub radius and steering feel. Small moves are noticeable on the NSX.
• More width pushes inboard or outboard. Inner side risks strut and liner. Outer side risks fender contact.
• Larger diameter tightens brake and arch clearance. The calculator shows diameter change as you adjust sizes.
• Unsprung mass affects ride and braking. Lightweight, properly rated wheels help preserve handling.
• Hub fit controls vibration. 64.1 mm hub-centric fit is preferred.

Risks

• Staggered reality. Many NSX trims use larger rear wheels and tires. Do not copy front sizing to the rear without checks.
• Caliper clearance. Spoke design can hit the caliper even if width and offset look OK in numbers.
• Hub bore mismatch. Oversized bores need quality hub-centric rings sized to 64.1 mm.
• Thread engagement. Lug nuts must fully seat with proper engagement. Never force cross-threaded nuts.
• Spacer use. Only if necessary, with hub-centric spacers and extended studs. Re-validate offset and load path.
• Tire load and speed ratings. Match or exceed OEM ratings for safety.
• ABS and TCS behavior. Large tire diameter changes can upset calibration.
• Unknown trim differences. If values vary by axle or package, confirm via OEM sources.

Next actions

Checklist

• Identify both axle specs on your car. Check the owner’s manual or dealer printout by VIN.
• Open the calculator on wheelinterchange.com. Set “Installed on” to 2001 Acura NSX.
• Enter your current wheel and tire sizes for both axles.
• Test a candidate wheel in “Wheels from” or “Custom wheel size”. Adjust width and offset until clearances are safe.
• Dial tire size in “Custom tire size”. Keep overall diameter near OEM per the tool readout.
• Confirm hub bore 64.1 mm and bolt pattern 5x114.3 on the donor wheel.
• Buy quality hardware that matches M12x1.5 threads and correct seat type. If unknown, verify with the wheel manufacturer.
• Install with clean hubs and proper torque to the OEM spec listed in your service manual. Recheck torque after a short shakedown drive.
• Road test at low speed. Listen and feel for vibration or rubbing. Inspect inner liners and caliper clearance immediately.

Gotchas

• Same numbers, different results. Spoke shape can make or break caliper clearance.
• Backspacing matters. The given 5.67 in guides inner clearance. Recalculate if you change width or offset.
• Center caps and ring depth. Some rings or caps interfere with grease caps. Test-fit before tire mounting.

Helpful tools

• 1/2 inch drive torque wrench
• M12x1.5 lug nuts
• 64.1 mm hub-centric rings

If any spec is unknown or differs by trim, use the on-page comparison and confirm against OEM service data. That protects fitment and safety.