Acura RL Wheel Interchange
Compare Acura RL wheel specifications across 17 model years. Review bolt patterns, center bore, thread size, OEM wheel dimensions, and the years that share the same recorded mounting specs.
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Compare Acura RL Years
Wheel Specifications by Year
| Year | Bolt pattern | Center bore | Thread size | OEM rim sizes | Offset | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 5×120 | 64.1 mm | M14×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2012 page |
| 2011 | 5×120 | 64.1 mm | M14×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2011 page |
| 2010 | 5×120 | 64.1 mm | M14×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2010 page |
| 2009 | 5×120 | 64.1 mm | M14×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2009 page |
| 2008 | 5×120 | 64.1 mm | M14×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2008 page |
| 2007 | 5×120 | 64.1 mm | M14×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2007 page |
| 2006 | 5×120 | 64.1 mm | M14×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2006 page |
| 2005 | 5×120 | 64.1 mm | M14×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2005 page |
| 2004 | 5×114.3 | 64.1 mm | M12×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2004 page |
| 2003 | 5×114.3 | 64.1 mm | M12×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2003 page |
| 2002 | 5×114.3 | 64.1 mm | M12×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2002 page |
| 2001 | 5×114.3 | 64.1 mm | M12×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2001 page |
| 2000 | 5×114.3 | 64.1 mm | M12×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 2000 page |
| 1999 | 5×114.3 | 64.1 mm | M12×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 1999 page |
| 1998 | 5×114.3 | 64.1 mm | M12×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 1998 page |
| 1997 | 5×114.3 | 64.1 mm | M12×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 1997 page |
| 1996 | 5×114.3 | 64.1 mm | M12×1.5 | Varies
| Varies
| Open 1996 page |
2012
- Bolt pattern
- 5×120
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 17×8
- 18×8
- 19×8.5
- 20×9
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2012 page
2011
- Bolt pattern
- 5×120
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 17×8
- 18×8
- 19×8.5
- 20×9
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2011 page
2010
- Bolt pattern
- 5×120
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 17×8
- 18×8
- 19×8.5
- 20×9
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2010 page
2009
- Bolt pattern
- 5×120
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 17×8
- 18×8
- 19×8.5
- 19×9
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2009 page
2008
- Bolt pattern
- 5×120
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 17×8
- 18×8
- 19×8.5
- 19×9
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2008 page
2007
- Bolt pattern
- 5×120
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 17×8
- 18×8
- 19×8.5
- 19×9
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2007 page
2006
- Bolt pattern
- 5×120
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 17×8
- 18×8
- 19×8.5
- 19×9
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2006 page
2005
- Bolt pattern
- 5×120
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M14×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 17×8
- 18×8
- 19×8.5
- 19×9
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2005 page
2004
- Bolt pattern
- 5×114.3
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M12×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 16×6.5
- 16×7
- 17×7.5
- 18×8
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2004 page
2003
- Bolt pattern
- 5×114.3
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M12×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 16×6.5
- 16×7
- 17×7.5
- 18×8
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2003 page
2002
- Bolt pattern
- 5×114.3
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M12×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 16×6.5
- 16×7
- 17×7.5
- 18×8
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2002 page
2001
- Bolt pattern
- 5×114.3
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M12×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 16×6.5
- 16×7
- 17×7.5
- 18×8
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2001 page
2000
- Bolt pattern
- 5×114.3
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M12×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 16×6.5
- 16×7
- 17×7.5
- 18×8
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 2000 page
1999
- Bolt pattern
- 5×114.3
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M12×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 16×6.5
- 16×7
- 17×7.5
- 18×8
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 1999 page
1998
- Bolt pattern
- 5×114.3
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M12×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 16×6.5
- 16×7
- 17×7.5
- 18×8
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 1998 page
1997
- Bolt pattern
- 5×114.3
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M12×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 16×6.5
- 16×7
- 17×7.5
- 18×8
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 1997 page
1996
- Bolt pattern
- 5×114.3
- Center bore
- 64.1 mm
- Thread size
- M12×1.5
- OEM rim sizes
Varies
- 16×6.5
- 16×7
- 17×7.5
- 18×8
- Offset
Varies
- 45 mm
- 50 mm
- 55 mm
- Details
- Open 1996 page
Wheel Specification Changes
- 2004 → 2005 – Bolt pattern changed from 5×114.3 to 5×120
- 2004 → 2005 – Thread size changed from M12×1.5 to M14×1.5
Is matching bolt pattern enough?
A matching Acura RL bolt pattern is only the first check. The wheel still has to clear the hub, brakes, and suspension, sit at a usable offset, and use the correct fasteners and tire package.
- Center bore must not be smaller than the hub. A larger bore may need hub-centric rings; it is not an automatic fit.
- Offset and backspacing change inner and outer clearance even when diameter matches.
- Wheel width, brake clearance, and suspension travel are trim-specific and are not proven by bolt pattern alone.
- Lug-seat geometry, thread size, load rating, tire diameter, and TPMS compatibility still need a physical check.
Same recorded specifications are a candidate for further verification, not confirmation that wheels physically fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What bolt patterns has the Acura RL used?
Recorded Acura RL bolt patterns for 1996–2012 are 5×114.3, 5×120. A year may have more than one configuration, so confirm the year page before buying wheels.
Do all RL years use the same wheel specs?
No. Recorded RL wheel specifications change across model years, including a documented transition from 2004 to 2005. Use the year comparison tool and the specifications table on this page.
How can I compare two RL years?
Use Compare Years at the top of this page to select a donor year and an installed-on year. The result compares recorded bolt pattern, center bore, thread size, rim diameter, rim width, offset, backspacing, and tire size, then links to both year pages and the wheel calculator.
Is matching the bolt pattern enough?
No. Matching bolt pattern alone is not enough. Center bore, offset, backspacing, wheel width, brake and suspension clearance, lug-seat geometry, load rating, tire diameter, and TPMS compatibility must still be verified.
What should I check before installing wheels from another year?
Confirm the recorded core mounting specs, then verify wheel width, offset/backspacing, brake and suspension clearance, lug-seat geometry, load rating, tire diameter, and TPMS compatibility. This page reports recorded specifications and does not certify installation.