2017 Buick Encore Wheel Interchange

2017 Buick Encore Wheel Fitment Guide

Known OEM Fitment For 2017 Buick Encore

The values below reflect verified data points for the 2017 Buick Encore. Some items may vary by trim or package. If a value is unknown for your specific vehicle, use the on-page calculator and confirm against your door-jamb tire sticker and the GM service information or owner manual before purchasing.

Notes:

• Wheel and tire sizes can differ by trim. The examples above reflect known factory setups but may not match every 2017 Encore. Check your door-jamb label and compare in the calculator.
• If your wheel diameter differs from your tire’s “R” size, your vehicle likely uses a different OEM package. Validate your exact spec before ordering.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

• Set “Installed on (your vehicle)” to 2017 Buick Encore.
• To compare a potential donor wheel, pick that vehicle in “Wheels from (donor vehicle)” or input its wheel specs directly.
• Use “Custom wheel size” to try a new rim diameter, width, and offset. The calculator will display inner clearance to the strut and outer poke vs your baseline.
• Use “Custom tire size” to adjust section width and aspect ratio. When you change rim diameter, the displayed tire diameter updates so you can target an overall diameter close to your OEM setup.
• Review the outputs for:
  • Inner clearance change (risk of rub on strut, spring perch, liners)
  • Outer poke change (fender and bumper clearance)
  • Overall tire diameter difference and speedometer variance
• Finalize by cross-checking against your door-jamb tire label and GM documentation for your exact trim.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

• Bolt pattern must be 5x105.
• Center bore must seat on 56.6 mm. If the wheel bore is larger, use hub-centric rings sized to 56.6 mm inner and the wheel’s outer bore.
• Lug thread must be M12 x 1.5. Verify lug nut seat style matches the wheel manufacturer.
• Offset and backspacing must clear brakes and struts while avoiding fender poke. Use the calculator to compare changes from your current setup. The known OEM example is ET 38 mm on a 16 x 6.5 in wheel.
• Overall tire diameter should stay close to stock to maintain ABS, TCS, and speedometer accuracy. Confirm with the calculator and your door-jamb label.
• Brake caliper and spoke clearance must be checked with a physical test fit before mounting tires.
• Load rating of wheels and tires must meet or exceed the vehicle’s requirements.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

The 2017 Encore is known to use different OEM packages. One known tire example is 215/55R18, and one known wheel example is 16 x 6.5 ET 38. If you plan to plus size:

• Keep overall diameter close to your current OEM package. Use the calculator to hold diameter change to a small variance for proper clearance and speedometer behavior.
• As rim width increases, choose tires with appropriate section width and verify strut and fender clearance using the inner-outer change readouts.
• Offset changes move the wheel inward or outward. Small changes can have a large effect on clearance. Validate with the calculator, then test fit.

Because factory equipment varies by trim, do not assume that any one size fits all 2017 Encores. Verify against your vehicle’s door-jamb sticker and GM sources.

Installation Tips

• Test fit bare wheels on the hub to confirm center bore seating and brake clearance before mounting tires.
• Clean the hub face and the wheel mounting pad to remove rust and debris. This helps prevent runout and vibration.
• If the wheel bore is larger than 56.6 mm, use the correct hub-centric rings. Plastic or aluminum rings are acceptable if matched properly.
• Confirm lug nut seat style and thread engagement. Do not mix ball-seat and conical-seat hardware.
• Tighten lugs in a star pattern using a calibrated torque wrench. Use the torque spec in your owner manual or GM service information. Re-torque after 50 to 100 miles.
• After installation, turn lock-to-lock and drive slowly over bumps to check for rubs. Inspect inner liners and fender edges.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

• 1/2 inch drive torque wrench
• M12 x 1.5 lug nuts for Buick applications
• Hub-centric rings 56.6 mm inner
• Tire pressure gauge

FAQs

• What is the bolt pattern on a 2017 Buick Encore?

  The bolt pattern is 5x105.

• What center bore do I need for hub-centric fitment?

  The center bore is 56.6 mm. If an aftermarket wheel has a larger bore, use rings that reduce it to 56.6 mm.

• What lug nut thread size does it use?

  M12 x 1.5. Verify the lug seat style required by your wheels.

• Will 18 inch wheels fit my 2017 Encore?

  Some 2017 Encore packages use 215/55R18 tires. Fitment still depends on wheel width and offset, brake clearance, and your trim. Compare in the calculator and confirm against your door-jamb label and GM documentation.

• What offset should I choose for aftermarket wheels?

  A known OEM example is ET 38 mm on a 16 x 6.5 in wheel. Other sizes can require different offsets. Use the calculator to check inner clearance and outer poke, then test fit before mounting tires.

• Do I need hub-centric rings?

  Use rings if your aftermarket wheel’s center bore is larger than 56.6 mm. Match the ring’s outer diameter to the wheel bore and inner diameter to 56.6 mm.

• What tire size should I run if I change rim diameter?

  Keep overall diameter close to your OEM package to protect ABS and speedometer accuracy. Use the calculator to pair section width and aspect ratio with your chosen rim diameter, then verify against your door-jamb label.

• Can I run wheels from a different bolt pattern with adapters?

  Adapters add thickness and can affect offset and stud engagement. If used, they must be high quality and sized correctly for 5x105. Verify clearance thoroughly. For most owners, wheels with the correct 5x105 pattern are the safer choice.

• What torque should I use on the lug nuts?

  Follow the torque specification in your Buick owner manual or GM service information for the 2017 Encore. Do not guess. Re-torque after 50 to 100 miles.