2016 Dodge Dart Wheel Interchange

2016 Dodge Dart Wheel Fitment Guide

Known OEM Fitment For 2016 Dodge Dart

The values below are taken from sources specific to this model year. Some items can vary by trim level and wheel package. If your vehicle differs, use the on-page calculator and verify against the tire placard on the driver door jamb and the owner manual before purchasing wheels or tires.

Because both 17 inch wheel specs and a 205/55R16 tire size are reported for 2016, your Dart may have shipped with different wheel and tire packages by trim or option. Confirm your exact OEM tire size on the door placard and compare it in the calculator to any wheel you plan to install.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

• Set Installed on (your vehicle) to 2016 Dodge Dart so the calculator uses your baseline.
• If you are checking a potential donor wheel, choose that vehicle under Wheels from (donor vehicle). The calculator will show bolt pattern and offset differences side by side.
• To test an aftermarket setup, use Custom wheel size to enter rim diameter, rim width, and offset. Use Custom tire size to enter section width and aspect ratio. When you change rim diameter, the tire comparison will update so you can maintain similar overall diameter.
• Watch the inner clearance to the strut and brake side and the outer poke toward the fender. Aim to avoid contact at full steering lock and over bumps.
• Keep the overall tire diameter close to stock to protect ABS, speedometer accuracy, and gearing feel. A small variance is typically acceptable, but verify against OEM guidance.
• Use the calculator result to decide if hub centric rings are needed. Your hub is 65.1 mm. Any larger wheel bore will need a ring sized to 65.1 mm on the inside.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

• Verify bolt pattern 5x110.
• Confirm center bore 65.1 mm. Plan for hub centric rings if the wheel bore is larger. Never force a smaller bore over the hub.
• Match thread size M12 x 1.25 and lug seat style to the wheel. Do not mix conical, ball, or mag seats.
• Check offset and backspacing in the calculator. Compare inner clearance to struts and brakes and outer clearance to fenders and liners.
• Confirm brake caliper and spoke clearance. Ask for a test fit or use a template if available.
• Match tire load index and speed rating to at least OEM spec as shown on the door placard.
• If your door placard shows 205/55R16, your OEM wheel diameter is 16 in. If you have a 17 x 7.0 ET45 package, size tires accordingly and verify overall diameter in the calculator.
• Plan for TPMS. Reuse sensors when possible or purchase compatible sensors and have them programmed per OEM procedure.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

Plus sizing increases wheel diameter and typically lowers tire aspect ratio to keep overall diameter close to stock. This can sharpen steering response but reduces sidewall height and ride comfort. For the 2016 Dart, factory packages included different wheel and tire sizes by trim. Use the calculator to model a plus size starting from your actual door placard size.

• Start with your OEM tire size from the door placard. Enter it as the baseline in the calculator.
• Enter your target wheel diameter and width under Custom wheel size. If you are considering the known 17 x 7.0 ET45 wheel, use ET 45 as the starting offset.
• Adjust Custom tire size to keep overall diameter close to stock and check clearances. Avoid excessive poke or inner interference.
• If offset changes, monitor scrub radius and bearing loads. Small changes are easier to accommodate than large ones.

Installation Tips

• Use proper jacking points and wheel chocks. Work on a level surface.
• Clean the hub face and the wheel mounting pad so they are free of rust and debris. A clean, flat fit prevents vibration.
• If using hub centric rings, seat them fully on the wheel before mounting. Rings should match the wheel bore outside and 65.1 mm inside.
• Install lug nuts by hand first to avoid cross threading. Ensure full thread engagement. Do not lubricate studs unless the OEM service manual explicitly instructs it.
• Tighten lugs in a star pattern and torque to the factory specification from your owner manual or service information.
• After driving 50 to 100 miles, recheck torque on all lugs.
• Verify tire pressures match the door placard. Perform TPMS relearn or programming as required by the vehicle.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

• Torque wrench 1/2 inch drive
• Thin wall lug nut socket set
• Digital tire pressure gauge
• Rubber wheel chocks

FAQs

• What is the bolt pattern on the 2016 Dodge Dart?

  5x110. That is 5 studs on a 110 mm circle.

• What center bore do I need for hub centric fit?

  65.1 mm. If your aftermarket wheel has a larger bore, use hub centric rings that reduce to 65.1 mm. Do not use a wheel with a smaller bore.

• What is the lug nut thread size?

  M12 x 1.25. Also match the lug seat type to the wheel design. If unsure, consult the wheel manufacturer or inspect the seat profile.

• My door placard shows 205/55R16 but I see a 17 x 7.0 ET45 spec. Which is correct?

  Both can be correct for different trims or packages in 2016. Use your actual door placard size as the baseline in the calculator. If you are considering 17 x 7.0 ET45 wheels, compare that setup against your baseline to verify clearance and overall diameter.

• Can I install 18 inch wheels on a 2016 Dart?

  Possibly, but it depends on width, offset, and tire size. Use the calculator to model the 18 inch setup against your OEM size. Confirm inner and outer clearances and maintain a similar overall tire diameter. Always verify with a physical test fit.

• Do I need spacers or hub rings?

  Hub rings are needed if the wheel bore is larger than 65.1 mm so the wheel centers on the hub. Spacers are only used to correct clearance or aesthetic issues and must be hub centric and properly matched to your studs and lugs. Adding spacers changes effective offset, so recheck clearances in the calculator and follow OEM torque procedures.

• How do I find the correct torque spec?

  Use the owner manual or an OEM service manual for your exact trim. Torque values can vary, so do not guess. Tighten in a star pattern and recheck torque after a short mileage interval.