2019 Honda Insight Wheel Interchange and Fitment Guide
Known OEM Fitment For 2019 Honda Insight
The specifications below are the known reference values supplied for the 2019 Honda Insight. Fitment can vary by trim, wheel package, market, or replacement configuration, so confirm the information on the vehicle and in Honda documentation before ordering wheels or tires.
| Specification |
Known value |
Why it matters |
| Bolt pattern |
5x114.3 |
The wheel must have five mounting holes on a 114.3 mm pitch circle diameter. |
| Center bore |
64.1 mm |
The wheel hub opening must fit over the vehicle hub. A larger bore may require correctly sized hub-centric rings. |
| Thread size |
M12 x 1.5 |
Use compatible wheel nuts and confirm the correct seat style for the wheel. |
| Rim diameter |
17 inches |
Provided wheel reference value. Clearance must still be checked at the brakes and suspension. |
| Rim width |
7.0 inches |
Provided wheel reference width. |
| Wheel offset |
ET45 |
Controls how far the wheel sits inward or outward relative to the hub mounting surface. |
| Backspacing |
5.27 inches |
Provided reference value. Backspacing changes with wheel width and offset. |
| Tire section width |
215 mm |
The nominal tire width. Actual measured width can vary by tire brand and model. |
| Tire aspect ratio |
55% |
The sidewall height is 55% of the tire section width. |
| Tire rim diameter |
16 inches |
This supplied tire value does not match the supplied 17-inch wheel value, so verify the exact trim and package before buying. |
The supplied data contains both a 17-inch rim diameter and a 16-inch tire rim diameter. These values should not be treated as one complete wheel-and-tire package without verification. Check the tire sidewall, the driver-door tire information label, the owner’s manual, and Honda parts or service information for the exact 2019 Honda Insight configuration.
How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator
Use the wheel interchange calculator to compare wheels from a donor vehicle with the wheels installed on your 2019 Honda Insight. The calculator is a comparison tool, not a substitute for physical clearance checks or manufacturer specifications.
- Enter the donor vehicle and select the vehicle receiving the wheels as the 2019 Honda Insight.
- Compare bolt pattern, center bore, wheel diameter, wheel width, and offset. A matching bolt pattern alone does not confirm safe fitment.
- Use the custom wheel size controls when the donor wheel or proposed aftermarket wheel is not listed. Enter rim diameter, rim width, and offset as accurately as possible.
- Use the custom tire size controls to compare section width and aspect ratio.
- Review the change in inner clearance, outer position, and overall tire diameter. When rim diameter changes, the calculator updates the tire diameter comparison.
- Use the results to identify possible interference or speedometer-related differences, then verify the wheel on the vehicle before driving.
For a used wheel, measure or confirm the stamped dimensions on the back of the wheel. If the calculator and an OEM source disagree, stop and verify the vehicle identification, trim, and wheel package before purchase.
Fitment Checklist Before You Buy
- Confirm the exact vehicle trim, market, and brake package.
- Match the 5x114.3 bolt pattern and confirm that the wheel has the correct number of mounting holes.
- Check the 64.1 mm hub diameter requirement. A smaller wheel bore will not fit over the hub. A larger bore needs properly sized hub-centric rings when appropriate.
- Confirm that the wheel offset is suitable. Excessive inward movement can cause strut, spring, or brake interference. Excessive outward movement can cause fender, liner, or suspension interference.
- Verify brake caliper and rotor clearance with a physical test fit or a reliable brake-clearance template.
- Confirm wheel width, diameter, load rating, and tire load and speed ratings.
- Check the wheel’s lug-nut seat type. Do not assume the original lug nuts fit an aftermarket wheel.
- Inspect used wheels for cracks, bends, corrosion around the bead seat, damaged threads, and repaired areas.
- Confirm that the tire size is approved for the specific wheel width and vehicle configuration.
- After installation, check clearance at full steering lock and through suspension travel. Recheck after lowering the vehicle to the ground.
Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades
Plus sizing changes the wheel diameter while using a lower-profile tire to keep the overall tire diameter reasonably close to the verified original configuration. It can change ride comfort, steering response, road-noise levels, wheel damage risk, and tire cost.
No specific plus-size combination is confirmed here because the supplied information includes conflicting 16-inch and 17-inch diameter references. Use the calculator to compare a proposed rim diameter, rim width, offset, section width, and aspect ratio, then confirm the result against Honda documentation and the tire manufacturer’s approved rim-width range.
When comparing sizes, pay attention to overall diameter, rolling circumference, load capacity, speed rating, sidewall clearance, and the possibility of speedometer or driver-assistance system effects. Do not select a tire solely because its bolt pattern or nominal diameter appears to match.
Installation Tips
- Clean the hub face and wheel mounting surface. Rust or debris can prevent the wheel from seating flat.
- Install the wheel with the correct lug nuts and hand-start every fastener to avoid cross-threading.
- Tighten lug nuts in a star or crisscross pattern while the vehicle is supported safely.
- Torque the lug nuts to the vehicle or wheel manufacturer’s specified value. The correct torque value is not provided here and must be confirmed from an OEM or wheel manufacturer source.
- Never use an impact tool for final torque unless it is specifically controlled and verified. Use a calibrated torque wrench for the final tightening.
- Check for contact between the wheel, tire, brake components, strut, suspension arms, and inner fender at full lock in both directions.
- Verify tire pressure using the vehicle information label rather than the maximum pressure molded into the tire sidewall.
- Drive slowly after installation, listen for rubbing or vibration, and stop immediately if the wheel does not run true.
- Recheck lug-nut torque after the first short drive and follow the wheel manufacturer’s instructions.
Tools And Helpful Supplies
Useful equipment for a careful wheel-swap inspection and installation includes a calibrated torque wrench, suitable socket, jack and jack stands or an approved lift, a tape measure or caliper, a tread-depth gauge, and a brake-clearance template when available.
Verify the socket size, lug-nut seat, hub-ring dimensions, and torque range before using any part or tool. Hub-centric rings cannot correct an incorrect bolt pattern, unsafe offset, inadequate load rating, or brake-clearance problem.
FAQs
What is the bolt pattern for the 2019 Honda Insight?
The supplied reference specification is 5x114.3. Confirm the vehicle and wheel data before purchase because bolt pattern alone does not establish complete fitment.
What is the center bore for the 2019 Honda Insight?
The supplied center bore is 64.1 mm. A wheel with a smaller center bore will not fit over the hub. A wheel with a larger bore may need correctly sized hub-centric rings, but the ring does not solve other fitment problems.
What lug thread size is listed for this vehicle?
The supplied thread size is M12 x 1.5. The correct lug-nut seat style must also match the wheel, so do not assume the original lug nuts are suitable for every aftermarket wheel.
Can I install a 17-inch wheel on a 2019 Honda Insight?
A 17-inch rim diameter is included in the supplied wheel reference data, but the exact trim and brake clearance still need to be confirmed. The supplied tire rim diameter is 16 inches, which creates a data conflict that should be resolved using the door-jamb label, tire sidewall, owner’s manual, and Honda service or parts information.
Is any wheel with a 5x114.3 bolt pattern compatible?
No. The wheel must also have suitable diameter, width, offset, center bore, load rating, lug-nut seating, brake clearance, and tire compatibility. Use the calculator for an initial comparison and perform the required physical and OEM checks.
How do I compare a donor vehicle’s wheels?
Enter the donor vehicle under “Wheels from” and the 2019 Honda Insight under “Installed on.” Compare all available dimensions, then use the custom wheel and tire fields when necessary. Verify any missing or conflicting value from the wheel markings and OEM sources.
Will changing wheel diameter affect tire diameter?
Yes. The calculator updates the tire diameter comparison when the rim diameter is changed. A larger wheel normally requires a lower-profile tire to maintain a similar overall diameter, but the final tire must be approved for the wheel width and vehicle.
Do I need hub-centric rings?
They may be appropriate when an otherwise suitable wheel has a center bore larger than 64.1 mm. They are not required to make a smaller-bore wheel fit and cannot correct an incorrect bolt pattern, offset, load rating, or brake clearance.