2013 Ford Fusion Wheel Interchange

2013 Ford Fusion Wheel Fitment and Interchange

This page summarizes the known wheel and tire data supplied for the 2013 Ford Fusion. Always confirm the exact trim, brake package, factory wheel option, and tire placard before purchasing parts. Fitment can vary, and a wheel that matches the bolt pattern may still have clearance or load-rating problems.

Known OEM Fitment For 2013 Ford Fusion

The following specifications are the known values provided for this vehicle. They should be treated as reference data, not as a guarantee that every listed wheel and tire combination is safe or approved for every Fusion trim.

The supplied wheel data specifies an 18-inch wheel, while the supplied tire data specifies a 16-inch rim diameter, such as 215/60R16. These are not a matching wheel and tire package because a 16-inch tire cannot be installed on an 18-inch wheel. Confirm the tire placard, owner’s manual, and the markings on the vehicle before treating either specification as the original equipment setup.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

Use the calculator to compare a donor vehicle wheel with the wheel you plan to install on your 2013 Ford Fusion. The comparison is useful for reviewing bolt pattern, center bore, wheel width, diameter, offset, and tire dimensions, but it does not replace a physical clearance inspection.

• Enter the donor vehicle in the “Wheels from” section.
• Enter the 2013 Ford Fusion in the “Installed on” section.
• Compare the bolt pattern, center bore, wheel width, rim diameter, and offset.
• Use “Custom wheel size” to test a specific diameter, width, and offset when the donor vehicle does not exactly match the wheel you found.
• Use “Custom tire size” to compare section width and aspect ratio. The calculator updates tire diameter when rim diameter changes, so review the complete wheel and tire combination rather than one measurement alone.
• Use the results as a screening tool, then verify the final setup against OEM information, the wheel manufacturer’s specifications, and the tire manufacturer’s approved rim-width range.

A matching 5x108 bolt pattern alone is not enough. The wheel must also clear the hub, brake components, suspension, fender, and lug hardware. If the calculator shows an unknown value or a trim-dependent result, confirm it with the vehicle identification number, the factory door-jamb tire label, an OEM parts source, or direct measurement.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

Before ordering wheels or tires, verify every item below for the exact vehicle and trim:

• Confirm the 5x108 bolt pattern and M14 x 1.5 thread specification.
• Confirm the wheel center bore. A larger bore may require correctly sized hub-centric rings, while a smaller bore generally will not fit over the hub.
• Check wheel offset and backspacing against the original wheel and available brake and suspension clearance.
• Verify that the wheel diameter and tire rim diameter match. A 16-inch tire must be used on a 16-inch wheel, and an 18-inch tire must be used on an 18-inch wheel.
• Check the tire load index, speed rating, pressure rating, and approved rim-width range.
• Inspect inner clearance to struts, springs, brake calipers, and steering components with the suspension loaded and at full steering lock.
• Inspect outer clearance to the fender and liner during steering and suspension travel.
• Confirm that the replacement wheel has the correct lug-seat type and enough thread engagement.
• Do not rely on spacers, adapters, or oversized center-bore rings unless they are properly engineered and approved for the application.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

Plus sizing changes the wheel diameter while maintaining a similar overall tire diameter by reducing tire sidewall height. The supplied data includes both an 18-inch wheel specification and a 16-inch tire specification, so the correct original package must be confirmed before calculating a plus-size replacement.

When comparing an upgrade, use the calculator to change wheel diameter, width, and offset together with tire section width and aspect ratio. A wider tire may improve dry-road grip but can increase the risk of rubbing, steering effort, road-noise, and damage from potholes. A lower-profile tire generally provides less sidewall protection and may require more careful pressure and wheel inspection.

Keep the replacement tire diameter close to the vehicle’s approved size unless a qualified tire professional confirms the effect on speedometer accuracy, electronic systems, clearance, and load capacity. Never select a tire solely because its diameter appears similar.

Installation Tips

• Install only clean, undamaged wheels with no cracks, bends, or corrosion at the mounting surfaces.
• Clean rust and debris from the hub face and wheel mounting surface before installation. Do not apply grease between the wheel and hub face.
• Use lug nuts that match the wheel’s seat design, thread size, and required thread engagement.
• Hand-start every lug nut to avoid cross-threading, then tighten in a star pattern.
• Torque the lug nuts to the vehicle or wheel manufacturer’s specified value using a calibrated torque wrench. Do not guess the torque specification.
• After installation, check for contact at full left and right steering lock and during controlled suspension movement.
• Set tire pressure using the vehicle’s door-jamb label, not the maximum pressure molded into the tire sidewall.
• Recheck lug torque after the initial driving period specified by the vehicle or wheel manufacturer, and stop immediately if vibration, rubbing, air loss, or unusual noise occurs.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

Basic tools can help with inspection and installation, but they do not replace professional confirmation of fitment.

• A calibrated automotive torque wrench for final lug tightening.
• A quality digital tire pressure gauge for checking cold inflation pressure.
• A tread-depth gauge, flashlight, wire brush, and suitable jack stands for inspection.
• A tape measure or wheel offset and backspacing gauge for comparing physical wheel dimensions.

Use a properly rated floor jack and jack stands on a level surface. Never work beneath a vehicle supported only by a jack.

FAQs

What is the bolt pattern for the 2013 Ford Fusion?
The known bolt pattern provided for this page is 5x108. Confirm it for the exact trim and wheel package before ordering.

What is the center bore?
The supplied center bore is 63.4 mm. A replacement wheel with a larger bore may need correctly sized hub-centric rings, while a smaller bore generally will not fit over the vehicle hub.

What lug thread size is listed?
The supplied thread size is M14 x 1.5. The lug nut seat must also match the replacement wheel, so thread size alone is not sufficient.

Can a 215/60R16 tire be installed on the listed 18-inch wheel?
No. A tire marked R16 is designed for a 16-inch rim, not an 18-inch rim. The supplied 18-inch wheel data and 16-inch tire data should be treated as separate or potentially conflicting records until confirmed from OEM sources.

Does a 5x108 wheel automatically fit the Fusion?
No. The center bore, offset, width, brake clearance, suspension clearance, fender clearance, lug-seat design, and load rating must also be correct.

What offset is listed for the wheel?
The known wheel offset is ET55. Changing offset changes the wheel’s position relative to the strut and fender, so test the complete wheel and tire combination with the calculator and confirm physical clearance.

How can I confirm the correct factory tire size?
Read the tire and pressure label on the driver-side door area, check the owner’s manual, and verify the vehicle identification number with an OEM parts or service source. Do not assume that one tire size applies to every trim.

Can I use wheel spacers or adapters to correct a mismatch?
Do not use them as a routine solution. Spacers and adapters can affect hub engagement, lug engagement, bearing loads, clearance, and legal compliance. Use them only when specifically engineered and approved for the exact vehicle and wheel.