ST, lightweight 18-inch
- Front and rear
- 18 × 8 inch, ET45 · 225/40 R18
A documented Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2 ST fitment. Check clearance if lowered and use wheel-compatible nuts.
2005–2010 · hatchback
Ford Focus ST / RS Mk2 wheel fitment
The five-cylinder Focus ST commonly keeps an 18-inch wheel, while the wider RS came with 19-inch wheels. Although both use 5x108 hubs, the RS has different front suspension and factory offsets.
5x108 bolt pattern · 63.4 mm centre bore · Stock wheels: 18 × 8, 19 × 8.5 inch · Stock tyres: 225/40 R18, 235/35 R19
Updated 2026-10-04 · Medium 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ST / ST-2 / ST-3 | Front and rear | 18 × 8 inch, ET52.5 | 225/40 R18 |
| RS / RS500 | Front and rear | 19 × 8.5 inch, ET60 | 235/35 R19 |
Explained in our guides
Read these before choosing wheels for the Focus ST / 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.
RS, 19-inch OZ road setup
- Front and rear
- 19 × 8.5 inch, ET45 · 235/35 R19
OZ Rally Racing wheels are documented in this size on the Mk2 RS. They sit 15 mm further out than the standard wheel; check the lowered car under load.
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
- 130 Nm is the Ford handbook figure for the later wheel nut arrangement. Ford service data specifies 110 Nm for early two-piece alloy nuts with conical washers and some early locking nuts. Identify the installed nut before applying a torque setting.
- Wheel databases usually quote a 63.4 mm bore; H&R and Direnza describe their matching Focus hub products as 63.3 mm. Order parts by the exact Focus application.
- The RS uses wider bodywork and RevoKnuckle front suspension. An RS fitment is not automatically suitable for an ST.
- Mk1 Focus wheels use a different bolt pattern. Do not confuse Mk2 European ST/RS data with the North American ordinary Focus.
- 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 ST / RS. Try the wheels, colour and stance before you spend on parts.
An AI preview shows the look. It cannot verify physical fitment.
Run the numbers
These tools start with the ST / ST-2 / ST-3 front size. Choose your own trim or axle in the calculator if it differs.
Questions
What is the Mk2 Focus ST bolt pattern?
5x108, with M12x1.5 wheel nuts and a nominal 63.4 mm wheel centre bore.
What tyre size did the Mk2 Focus RS use?
235/35 R19 on 19x8.5 ET60 wheels.
Will RS wheels fit an ST without checks?
No. The RS factory offset is ET60 rather than the ST’s ET52.5, and the RS has different suspension and wider arches.
Is wheel nut torque always 130 Nm?
No. Later nuts use 130 Nm, but Ford lists 110 Nm for certain early two-piece alloy and locking nuts. Match the service specification to the nut fitted.
What wheel size does the Ford Focus ST / RS Mk2 use?
Factory wheels are 18 × 8 inch and 19 × 8.5 inch, depending on trim. The stock table lists the offset for each.
What is the Ford Focus ST / RS Mk2 centre bore?
63.4 mm. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings sized to it.
Specs checked against
- Ford owner manual: Mk2 wheel nut torque and tyres
- Ford Owners Club: Ford service nut-type distinctions
- ABS Wheels: Ford fitment catalogue
- Direnza: Mk2 ST/RS hub and thread
- Original ST wheel specifications
- Mk2 RS owner: original wheels and tyres
- ST owner: Team Dynamics dimensions
- Wheel Front: Mk2 RS OZ wheel setup
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.