2016 Chevrolet Volt Wheel Interchange

2016 Chevrolet Volt Wheel Fitment Guide | wheelinterchange.com

Known OEM Fitment For 2016 Chevrolet Volt

Use these baseline specifications when comparing donor wheels and tires for your 2016 Chevrolet Volt. If your car was delivered with a different wheel option, confirm the exact sizes on your driver door jamb tire placard and in the owner’s manual.

Notes:

• Center bore 56.6 mm means the wheel should be hub-centric to avoid vibration. If the aftermarket wheel has a larger center bore, use hub-centric rings sized to 56.6 mm inner.
• Always match lug nut thread size M12x1.5 and the correct seat type for the wheel design.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

The on-page calculator lets you compare a potential donor wheel and tire to your 2016 Chevrolet Volt. It also allows you to try custom rim and tire sizes and instantly see how overall diameter changes.

• Set Installed on (your vehicle) to 2016 Chevrolet Volt with the OEM size above.
• Set Wheels from (donor vehicle) to the vehicle you are considering, or enter a Custom wheel size and Custom tire size.
• Adjust rim diameter, rim width, and offset. Changing rim diameter will update tire diameter in the comparison, so you can see how close you are to stock.
• Review the comparison for overall tire diameter change and spatial changes that affect inner clearance and outer position.
• Aim to keep overall tire diameter close to stock and verify there is adequate clearance on the inboard side and under the fender.

If any dimension is unknown or varies by trim, use your Volt’s placard and the OEM wheel markings, then confirm with the calculator before you buy.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

• Bolt pattern 5x105 matches exactly.
• Center bore is 56.6 mm or you have proper hub-centric rings.
• Offset is appropriate. Use the calculator to compare ET 41 mm stock to your candidate wheel and check inner and outer clearances.
• Rim width works with your chosen tire width and clears suspension and fenders.
• Brake caliper and spoke clearance verified with a test fit when possible.
• Load rating of the wheel and tire meets or exceeds the Volt’s axle loads.
• TPMS compatibility and a plan to reuse or program sensors.
• Lug nuts: correct thread M12x1.5 and correct seat style for the wheel. Do not mix seat styles.
• Tire overall diameter kept close to stock to protect gearing, ABS, and speedometer accuracy. Use the calculator to confirm.
• Return policy checked in case of unexpected clearance issues.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

The OEM baseline is 17x7 ET41 with 215/50R17 tires. Owners sometimes consider minus-sizing for winter or plus-sizing for appearance. Exact compatibility depends on offset, spoke shape, brake clearance, and tire dimensions, so always confirm with the calculator and a physical test fit if possible.

• Minus-size approach: Use a smaller rim with a taller sidewall for winter use. Verify brake clearance and maintain overall diameter close to stock.
• Plus-size approach: Use a larger rim with a lower profile tire. Keep overall tire diameter close to stock and check both inner clearance and outer fender clearance.
• General guidance: Keep overall diameter change small, keep offset changes conservative, and verify clearance at full lock and full compression.

Do not assume wheels from other GM models will fit. Many use different bolt patterns, offsets, or center bores. Always compare in the calculator and measure.

Installation Tips

• Test fit each front wheel first. Spin by hand and check for caliper, knuckle, and strut clearance.
• Clean the hub face and the wheel mounting pad. Lightly remove any corrosion so the wheel sits flush.
• Install hub-centric rings if the wheel’s center bore is larger than 56.6 mm. Seat them fully.
• Mount tires so directional arrows, if present, face forward on the top of the tire when installed on each side.
• Use correct M12x1.5 lug nuts with the right seat type. Tighten by hand first to avoid cross-threading.
• Torque lug nuts in a star pattern to the OEM specification in your owner’s manual. Do not lubricate threads unless the manual instructs it.
• Re-torque after 50 to 100 miles of driving.
• Perform TPMS relearn or programming per service manual procedures after installation.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

• 1/2 inch drive torque wrench: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=torque+wrench+1%2F2+inch&tag=auto-spec-20
• M12x1.5 lug nuts matched to your wheel seat type: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=M12x1.5+lug+nuts&tag=auto-spec-20
• Jack stands rated for your vehicle: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=jack+stands+2+ton&tag=auto-spec-20
• Tire tread depth gauge: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=tire+tread+depth+gauge&tag=auto-spec-20

FAQs

• What is the bolt pattern for the 2016 Chevrolet Volt?

  5x105. The wheel must have five studs on a 105 mm pitch circle.

• What offset should I use?

  The OEM offset is 41 mm. If you change offset, use the calculator to compare inner clearance to suspension and outer position relative to the fender. Verify with a test fit.

• Do I need hub-centric rings?

  If your aftermarket wheel’s center bore is larger than 56.6 mm, use hub-centric rings with a 56.6 mm inner diameter to center the wheel on the hub.

• Can I use wheels from another Chevrolet model?

  Do not assume fitment. Some Chevrolets use different bolt patterns, offsets, or center bores. Compare the donor wheel to the Volt’s specs in the calculator, confirm 5x105, center bore 56.6 mm or rings, and check brake clearance.

• What tire sizes can I run?

  The known OEM size is 215/50R17. Other sizes may fit depending on width, offset, and clearance. Use the calculator to keep overall diameter close to stock and verify clearance at full lock and over bumps.

• Will a smaller winter wheel fit?

  Possibly, but only if it clears the brakes and maintains suitable overall diameter. Use the calculator and confirm brake caliper clearance before purchasing.

• What torque should I use on the lug nuts?

  Follow the torque specification in the 2016 Chevrolet Volt owner’s manual or service information. Do not guess. Tighten in a star pattern and re-torque after driving.

• What is the difference between offset and backspacing?

  Offset is the distance from the wheel centerline to the mounting face, measured in millimeters. Backspacing is the distance from the wheel’s mounting face to the inner rim edge, measured in inches. The Volt’s OEM values are ET 41 mm and 5.11 in backspacing.