19-inch flush road setup
- Front and rear
- 19 × 8.5 inch, ET45 · 235/35 R19
Shown on a Mk2 RS with OZ wheels in the factory width. ET45 places the wheel 15 mm further out than standard, which fills the arch without a wider tyre.
2009–2011 · hatchback
Ford Focus RS Mk2, incl. RS500 wheel fitment
The Mk2 Focus RS is a front-drive five-cylinder hatch with a wider track, RevoKnuckle front suspension and Brembo front brakes. Its factory 19-inch wheels have a very high offset, so most replacements sit further out and fill the flared arches better. Owners tend to stay at 19 inches for road use, while track cars look for lighter 18-inch wheels that clear the calipers.
5x108 bolt pattern · 63.4 mm centre bore · Stock wheels: 19 × 8.5 inch · Stock tyres: 235/35 R19
Updated 2026-10-04 · High source confidence. Check your exact trim and market. How we check specs
Quick specs
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Bolt pattern | |
| Stock tyre sizes | |
| Centre bore | 63.4 mm |
| Fastener and thread | Wheel nut, M12x1.5 |
| Tightening torque | 130 Nm (confirm in your handbook) |
Stock wheels and tyres
Factory options vary by trim and market. Match your car to the row below and check its tyre placard before using it as a baseline.
| Trim | Axle | Wheel | Tyre |
|---|---|---|---|
| RS, 19-inch | Front and rear | 19 × 8.5 inch, ET60 | 235/35 R19 |
| RS500, 19-inch black | Front and rear | 19 × 8.5 inch, ET60 | 235/35 R19 |
Explained in our guides
Read these before choosing wheels for the Focus RS: they explain the offset, fitment and hub numbers in this guide.
- Wheel offset explained: choosing ET without guessingUnderstand positive and negative wheel offset, calculate inner clearance and outer position, and choose an ET using measurements from your own car.
- Flush, poke and tucked fitment: measure the whole tyreUnderstand flush, poked and tucked wheels, calculate how width and offset change the look, and check clearance beyond a parked side-on photograph.
- Hub-centric vs lug-centric wheels: choosing hub ringsLearn what hub rings do, how to specify their inner and outer diameters, and why centring, wheel seats and vibration need separate checks.
Popular community setups
Starting points for a build. Read the notes with each setup, especially if your car is lowered or has different brakes.
19-inch wider road setup
- Front and rear
- 19 × 9 inch, ET42
Size listed for the Mk2 RS by a Focus RS parts specialist (Rota GTR). Tyre size not stated by the retailer; check clearance before going wider than 235.
18-inch track setup
- Front and rear
- 18 × 9.5 inch, ET35
Size listed for the Mk2 RS by the same specialist (Rota Grid). Brembo clearance depends on the spoke shape, so confirm that the exact wheel is cleared for the RS brakes. Tyre size not stated.
Width and offset guidance
Offset range
Check the exact setup
There is no confirmed range for this car yet. Compare a known wheel with your proposed size and measure both sides.
Common width limit
Measure before ordering
A maximum width has not been confirmed. Tyre shape, ride height and alignment all change the available space.
These figures belong to the setups described here. Combining the widest wheel with either end of the offset range does not guarantee a safe fit. For how ET moves the wheel in and out, read wheel offset explained; for how far the tyre can sit out, see flush, poke and tucked fitment.
Clearance notes
- Ford gives 130 Nm for one-piece wheel nuts. Forum copies of Ford data give 110 Nm for two-piece alloy wheel nuts and locking nuts, so identify the nut before setting the wrench.
- The RS front brakes use Brembo four-piston calipers on 336 mm discs. Many 18-inch wheels will not clear them; check the wheel maker's RS application or a brake template.
- The factory ET60 is unusually high. Common aftermarket offsets around ET42 to ET45 move the wheel 15 to 18 mm outwards.
- Some databases quote the bore as 63.4 mm and some spacer makers as 63.3 mm. Use spigot rings made for the Focus when the wheel bore is larger.
- The RS shares the 5x108 pattern with the Mk2 ST, but the RS has wider bodywork, RevoKnuckle suspension and bigger brakes. An ST fitment is not automatically suitable.
- Check full steering lock and suspension travel with the car loaded. Match wheel load rating, tyre load and speed ratings, fastener seats and brake clearance.
See it on your car.
Upload a photo and start with a look that suits the Focus RS. Try the wheels, colour and stance before you spend on parts.
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Run the numbers
These tools start with the RS, 19-inch front size. Choose your own trim or axle in the calculator if it differs.
Questions
What is the bolt pattern of the Mk2 Focus RS?
5x108 with a 63.4 mm centre bore. It uses M12x1.5 wheel nuts torqued to 130 Nm.
What size are the factory Mk2 Focus RS wheels?
19x8.5 ET60 with 235/35 R19 tyres. The RS500 uses the same size in black.
What offset should I use on a Mk2 Focus RS?
Popular 19-inch setups are 8.5J ET45 and 9J ET42, which sit 15 to 18 mm further out than the factory wheel.
Will 18-inch wheels fit over the Mk2 RS Brembos?
Only specific designs. The calipers sit over 336 mm discs, so use an 18-inch wheel listed for the Mk2 RS, such as the 18x9.5 ET35 Rota Grid sold by an RS specialist.
What size tyres does the Ford Focus RS Mk2, incl. RS500 have?
Factory tyre (tire) sizes for the 2009–2011 Ford Focus RS Mk2, incl. RS500 are 235/35 R19, depending on trim. Your tyre placard shows the size for your car.
What wheel size does the Ford Focus RS Mk2, incl. RS500 use?
Factory wheels are 19 × 8.5 inch, depending on trim. The stock table lists the offset for each.
What is the Ford Focus RS Mk2, incl. RS500 centre bore?
63.4 mm. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings sized to it.
What is the Ford Focus RS Mk2, incl. RS500 wheel nut torque?
130 Nm (about 96 lb-ft) for the original nuts. Confirm in your handbook, especially with aftermarket wheels or nuts.
Specs checked against
- JW Racing: genuine Ford 19x8.5 Mk2 Focus RS wheel, 60 mm offset
- JW Racing: genuine Ford 19x8.5 RS500 black wheel
- SwedeSpeed: Mk2 Focus RS 19x8.5 wheels, Ford part M-1007-R1985
- Avtoreference: Focus II PCD, bore and thread
- Direnza: Focus Mk2 spacers, 5x108 M12x1.5 63.3 mm
- Ford owner information: Focus wheel nut torque
- Focus RS Owners Club: Mk2 wheel torque setting
- YBT Brakes: Focus RS Mk2 Brembo 336x28 mm caliper pack
- SCC Performance: Rota wheels for Focus RS Mk2
- WheelFront: Focus RS Mk2 aftermarket wheel gallery
This guide is a starting point, not a fitment guarantee. Specs can differ by market, trim and previous modifications. Confirm all sizes, clearances and fastener requirements with a qualified wheel and tyre professional before buying or fitting parts.
Related cars
More guides from Ford or cars with the same bolt pattern. A matching pattern alone does not make a wheel interchangeable.