2008 Honda Pilot Wheel Interchange

OEM wheel and tire fitment specs for the 2008 Honda Pilot, including bolt pattern (PCD), center bore diameter, thread size, rim diameter, rim width, wheel offset, and backspacing.

Recorded OEM specifications for the 2008 Honda Pilot, donor years with overlapping ranges, and a calculator to compare a selected wheel. Range overlap is not a guaranteed fit.

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2008 Honda Pilot Fitment Specs

Baseline mounting dimensions used for interchange decisions.

Bolt Pattern5x114.3, 5x120
Center Bore64.1 mm
OEM Wheel Sizes16" – 20"
OEM Widths6.5" – 9"
OEM Offset Range38 mm – 50 mm

Multiple OEM configurations exist for this vehicle. Fitment can vary by trim, brakes, and factory wheel package – confirm your exact setup before buying.

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Donor vehicles with overlapping OEM specs

These are vehicle-year records whose recorded OEM ranges overlap this 2008 Honda Pilot. Overlap is not a guarantee that a specific wheel will install. Selected-wheel comparison is in the calculator below.

Evaluated 136 donor years. Listed 24 eligible overlaps (not all evaluated years are compatible). Showing all listed.

2003–2007 Honda Pilot

OEM specs overlapOEM ranges overlap – confirm the specific wheel

Years grouped because recorded compatibility evidence is equivalent. Each year keeps its own page.

  • Bolt pattern5x114.3 · Same recorded PCD
  • Center bore64.1 mm · same recorded hub figure
  • Wheel geometryOEM width/offset ranges overlap (not a specific wheel)

Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change -1.17 mm, inner change -5.18 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.

2016–2022 Honda Pilot

Check lug hardwareCheck lug hardware: donor year M14x1.5 vs 2008 Honda Pilot M12x1.5

Years grouped because recorded compatibility evidence is equivalent. Each year keeps its own page.

  • Bolt pattern5x120 · 5x120
  • Center bore64.1 mm · same recorded hub figure
  • Wheel geometryOEM width/offset ranges overlap (not a specific wheel)

Recorded vehicle-side thread for the 2008 Honda Pilot is M12x1.5. This donor year is recorded as M14x1.5. That is the vehicle stud/nut thread, not an intrinsic thread stamped on the wheel. Hardware must match this vehicle’s studs and the selected wheel’s seat and engagement. Existing hardware may be reusable if it already matches. Seat style is not in this dataset, so products are not a verified fit.

View M12 x 1.5 options on Amazon – thread match only; seat style is not verified.

Recorded vehicle-side thread differs (M14x1.5 on the donor year vs M12x1.5 on the target vehicle). Hardware must match the target vehicle’s studs and the selected wheel’s seat. Existing hardware may be reusable if it already matches. Seat style is not confirmed in this dataset. Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change 2.18 mm, inner change 4.18 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.

2009–2011 Honda Pilot

Check wheel configurationCheck lug hardware: donor year M14x1.5 vs 2008 Honda Pilot M12x1.5

Years grouped because recorded compatibility evidence is equivalent. Each year keeps its own page.

  • Bolt pattern5x120 · 5x120
  • Center bore64.1 mm · same recorded hub figure
  • Wheel geometryOEM width/offset ranges overlap (not a specific wheel)

Recorded vehicle-side thread for the 2008 Honda Pilot is M12x1.5. This donor year is recorded as M14x1.5. That is the vehicle stud/nut thread, not an intrinsic thread stamped on the wheel. Hardware must match this vehicle’s studs and the selected wheel’s seat and engagement. Existing hardware may be reusable if it already matches. Seat style is not in this dataset, so products are not a verified fit.

Center-bore records disagree (donor year-level hub 72.5 mm vs trim range 64.1–64.1 mm). Unqualified overlap is not claimed until the conflict is resolved. Recorded vehicle-side thread differs (M14x1.5 on the donor year vs M12x1.5 on the target vehicle). Hardware must match the target vehicle’s studs and the selected wheel’s seat. Existing hardware may be reusable if it already matches. Seat style is not confirmed in this dataset. Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change -1.17 mm, inner change -5.18 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.

2003–2011 Honda Accord

OEM specs overlapOEM ranges overlap – confirm the specific wheel

Years grouped because recorded compatibility evidence is equivalent. Each year keeps its own page.

  • Bolt pattern5x114.3 · Same recorded PCD
  • Center bore64.1 mm · same recorded hub figure
  • Wheel geometryOEM width/offset ranges overlap (not a specific wheel)

Approximate position vs the mid OEM package: outer change -9.18 mm, inner change 2.83 mm. This uses aggregated width/offset ranges, not a specific wheel.

Honda Pilot Years With Compatible Wheels

Only years with evidence-based interchange relationships are listed. Adjacent years are not assumed compatible.

Will Wheels From Another Vehicle Fit?

Compare a donor vehicle or custom wheel against this 2008 Honda Pilot. Use Compare in calculator on a donor row above to fill the donor side of this same calculator.

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Specification
Wheels from
Installed on
Result (Click it)
Bolt Pattern
Bolt Pattern
The total number of bolt holes and the diameter of the circle they form.
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5x114.3
Center Bore
Center Bore
The hole in the center of the wheel that fits over the vehicle’s hub.
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64.1 mm
Thread Size
Thread Size
The size and spacing of the threads on the bolts or nuts that hold the wheel in place.
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M12 x 1.5
Rim Diameter
Rim Diameter
The wheel diameter in inches that determines which tire sizes will fit.
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16"
Rim Width
Rim Width
The distance between the inner edges of the wheel is measured in inches.
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6.5"
Wheel Offset
Wheel Offset
How far the wheel sits inward or outward relative to the hub mounting surface.
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45 mm
Backspacing
Backspacing
Shows how much space the wheel takes up toward the inside of the vehicle.
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-
Wheel Fasteners
Wheel Fasteners
The type of hardware used to secure the wheel to the vehicle.
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-

Wheel Fitment Parts for the 2008 Honda Pilot

Example products matched to recorded thread, hub, or spacer dimensions. They are not verified fits. Confirm seat style, thickness, and clearance before ordering.

Lug Nuts / Wheel Bolts

M12 x 1.5

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2008 Honda Pilot Wheel Fitment Guide

Use this page to compare wheel and tire dimensions for a 2008 Honda Pilot. The known specifications below are provided as reference data, but equipment can vary by trim, package, market, and replacement-wheel history. Always confirm the vehicle label, owner’s manual, wheel markings, and OEM service information before buying or installing parts.

Known OEM Fitment For 2008 Honda Pilot

The following values are the known fitment data available for this page:

Specification Known value
Bolt pattern 5x114.3, meaning 5 studs on a 114.3 mm pitch circle diameter
Center bore 64.1 mm
Thread size M14 x 1.5
Rim diameter 19 inches
Rim width 8.0 inches
Wheel offset ET45, or 45 mm
Backspacing 5.77 inches
Tire section width 235 mm
Tire aspect ratio 70 percent
Tire rim diameter R16

The supplied data lists a 19-inch rim diameter while also listing a tire rim diameter of R16. These values do not describe one complete wheel and tire assembly, so do not treat them as a confirmed factory combination without checking the tire sidewall, door-jamb certification label, owner’s manual, and OEM parts information for your specific Pilot.

Wheel diameter, width, offset, center bore, brake clearance, tire size, load rating, and overall tire diameter should all be verified together. A wheel that matches the bolt pattern may still be unsafe or unsuitable because of clearance, load, or mounting differences.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

Use the on-page calculator to compare a donor vehicle’s wheels with the wheels installed on your 2008 Honda Pilot. Select the donor vehicle under “Wheels from” and select the Pilot under “Installed on.” Review the displayed differences in bolt pattern, center bore, wheel width, rim diameter, offset, and tire dimensions.

You can also select “Custom wheel size” to enter a rim diameter, rim width, and offset. Use “Custom tire size” to enter tire section width and aspect ratio. When you change the rim diameter, the calculator updates the tire diameter in the comparison, which helps you review the effect of a different wheel and tire package.

Calculator results are a comparison aid, not a substitute for a physical test fit or OEM confirmation. Before purchasing, confirm that the proposed wheel clears the brake caliper, suspension, steering components, hub, and fender at full steering lock and through the complete suspension travel.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

Confirm the following measurements and ratings for both the vehicle and the replacement wheel:

  • Verify the 5x114.3 bolt pattern and confirm that the wheel is designed for the correct fastener type.
  • Compare the wheel’s center bore with the vehicle hub. A larger bore may require correctly sized hub-centric rings, while a smaller bore will not seat over the hub.
  • Confirm the wheel offset and width. Changes can affect inner suspension clearance, outer fender clearance, steering feel, and scrub geometry.
  • Check the wheel’s load rating against the vehicle requirements. Do not rely on appearance or bolt-pattern compatibility alone.
  • Verify the tire size, load index, speed rating, inflation pressure, and overall diameter using the vehicle label and tire manufacturer information.
  • Make sure the wheel has adequate brake-caliper clearance. Spoke shape and barrel design can matter as much as diameter.
  • Check that the replacement wheel is not bent, cracked, heavily corroded, or damaged around the lug holes and bead seats.
  • Confirm whether the wheel requires a specific lug nut seat, shank, washer, or thread engagement. The listed thread size is M14 x 1.5, but the required lug-nut seat must still be verified.

If any specification is unknown, measure the existing wheel or consult Honda service information and the wheel manufacturer’s fitment documentation. Do not guess a missing specification from a similar model or nearby model year.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

Plus sizing usually means fitting a larger wheel with a lower-profile tire while attempting to maintain a similar overall tire diameter. This can preserve approximate speedometer behavior and reduce changes to ground clearance, but it does not automatically guarantee safe fitment.

For this Pilot, the supplied data contains conflicting rim-diameter and tire-rim-diameter entries. Because of that conflict, a specific plus-size recommendation cannot be confirmed from the available information. Use the calculator to compare custom wheel and tire dimensions, then verify the result against the tire placard, OEM specifications, load requirements, and a physical clearance check.

A larger wheel may improve steering response or appearance, but it can also reduce sidewall protection, increase impact damage risk, add weight, and make replacement tires more expensive. A different offset can cause rubbing or alter handling. Avoid selecting a tire solely because its section width appears similar.

Installation Tips

Before installation, clean the hub face and wheel mounting surface. Remove rust and debris without removing structural material. Test-fit each wheel by hand and confirm that it sits fully against the hub without rocking.

Install only the correct lug nuts for the wheel’s seat design. Start every fastener by hand to prevent cross-threading. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern with a calibrated torque wrench using the torque specification in the Honda service information for the vehicle and wheel hardware. Do not use an impact wrench for final tightening.

After lowering the vehicle, recheck lug-nut torque after the first short drive and again according to the wheel manufacturer’s instructions. Inspect for rubbing during slow, full-lock turns and check clearance after the suspension settles. If a wheel or tire contacts any component, stop driving and correct the problem before road use.

After changing tire size or wheel position, check tire pressure using the vehicle’s recommended cold-pressure information. Recalibrate or verify tire-pressure monitoring system operation if required by the vehicle’s procedure.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

Useful equipment for a careful wheel fitment check includes a torque wrench, socket set, jack and correctly rated jack stands, a tire-pressure gauge, a tread-depth gauge, a hub and wheel cleaning brush, and a straightedge or measuring tool for clearance checks.

Use jack stands on a solid, level surface and follow the vehicle’s lifting points. Never work beneath a vehicle supported only by a jack. If you need replacement wheel hardware or a torque wrench, compare specifications carefully before purchase:

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FAQs

What is the bolt pattern for the 2008 Honda Pilot?

The known bolt pattern is 5x114.3. Confirm the wheel’s bolt pattern and fastener seating design before installation.

What is the center bore listed for the 2008 Honda Pilot?

The known center bore is 64.1 mm. A replacement wheel with a larger center bore may need correctly sized hub-centric rings. A smaller center bore generally will not fit over the hub.

What lug thread size is listed?

The listed thread size is M14 x 1.5. Thread size alone does not identify the correct lug nut. The lug-nut seat must match the wheel, and adequate thread engagement must be confirmed.

Can any 5x114.3 wheel fit this Honda Pilot?

No. Matching the bolt pattern is only one requirement. Center bore, offset, width, brake clearance, load rating, lug-nut seat, tire size, and fender and suspension clearance must also be checked.

Why do the supplied specifications show both 19 inches and R16?

The supplied data lists a 19-inch rim diameter and an R16 tire rim diameter. These entries are inconsistent as one wheel and tire package. Verify the actual vehicle and tire information using the door-jamb label, tire sidewall, wheel markings, owner’s manual, and OEM sources before selecting replacements.

How can I compare a donor vehicle’s wheels with my Pilot?

Use the on-page wheel interchange calculator. Select the donor vehicle under “Wheels from” and the 2008 Honda Pilot under “Installed on.” Review every displayed dimension, then use the custom wheel and tire fields when testing a combination that is not already listed.

Does changing wheel diameter change tire diameter?

In the calculator, changing the custom rim diameter updates the tire diameter in the comparison. The actual tire’s overall diameter depends on the complete tire size, so confirm the selected tire manufacturer’s published dimensions before purchase.

What should I do if the calculator shows a close match?

A close numerical match is not an approval for road use. Confirm OEM requirements, wheel and tire load ratings, lug hardware, brake clearance, and physical clearance at full steering lock and suspension travel. Have a qualified technician inspect any uncertain installation.

Methodology and sources

Wheel interchange depends on more than bolt pattern. Where data is available, this site compares recorded OEM values:

  • Bolt pattern / PCD
  • Center bore direction (donor wheel bore must not be smaller than the hub)
  • Wheel diameter, width, and offset against known OEM ranges
  • Lug thread / hardware differences (vehicle-side hardware)

A normal wheel spacer does not change bolt pattern. Hub rings cannot enlarge a wheel bore that is smaller than the hub. Brake clearance and tire package fitment still require vehicle-specific checks when not confirmed in the dataset.

Nick Marchenko

Automotive Expert