18-inch road and track
- Front and rear
- 18 × 9.5 inch, ET45 · 265/35 R18
Apex lists this as a direct fit with its FK8-specific wheels. Check the brake template when buying another wheel design.
2017–2021 · hatchback
Honda Civic Type R FK8 wheel fitment
The FK8 commonly moves from its factory 20-inch wheels to 18-inch wheels for road and track use. Its high factory offset and large Brembo brakes make wheel design as important as diameter.
5x120 bolt pattern · 64.1 mm centre bore · Stock wheels: 20 × 8.5, 19 × 8.5 inch · Stock tyres: 245/30 R20, 245/35 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 | 64.1 mm |
| Fastener and thread | Wheel nut, M14x1.5 |
| Tightening torque | 127 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type R / GT, 20-inch package | Front and rear | 20 × 8.5 inch, ET60 | 245/30 R20 |
| Limited Edition, forged BBS wheels | Front and rear | 20 × 8.5 inch, ET60 | 245/30 R20 |
| Sport Line, European 19-inch package | Front and rear | 19 × 8.5 inch, ET60 | 245/35 R19 |
Explained in our guides
Read these before choosing wheels for the Civic Type R: 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.
High-offset 18-inch fitment
- Front and rear
- 18 × 9.5 inch, ET58 · 265/35 R18
Apex lists this high-offset alternative as a direct fit. It keeps the wheel further inside the arch than ET45.
19-inch road fitment
- Front and rear
- 19 × 9.5 inch, ET45 · 265/30 R19
Documented direct fit in the Apex guide, retaining a lower-profile tyre than the 18-inch options.
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
- The Type R uses 5x120 and M14 studs; ordinary tenth-generation Civic wheels use different mounting specifications.
- Factory Honda wheels use ball-seat nuts. Match the nut seat to the replacement wheel; many aftermarket designs require a 60-degree taper.
- An 18-inch diameter alone does not prove Brembo clearance. Use the wheel manufacturer's FK8 application or brake template.
- Honda specifies 127 Nm for the Type R, rather than the 108 Nm used by ordinary Civics.
- The European Sport Line is a factory 19-inch exception to the usual FK8 20-inch package.
- 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.
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Run the numbers
These tools start with the Type R / GT, 20-inch package front size. Choose your own trim or axle in the calculator if it differs.
Questions
What is the FK8 Civic Type R bolt pattern?
It is 5x120, with a 64.1 mm centre bore and M14x1.5 wheel nuts.
Can I fit 18-inch wheels over the FK8 Brembos?
Yes. FK8-specific wheels such as the Apex 18x9.5 ET45 clear them, but clearance depends on barrel and spoke shape.
What tyres fit an FK8 on 18x9.5 wheels?
265/35 R18 is a documented road and track choice at ET45 or ET58.
What is the FK8 wheel nut torque?
Honda specifies 127 Nm for the original wheel and fastener arrangement.
What wheel size does the Honda Civic Type R FK8 use?
Factory wheels are 20 × 8.5 inch and 19 × 8.5 inch, depending on trim. The stock table lists the offset for each.
What is the Honda Civic Type R FK8 centre bore?
64.1 mm. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings sized to it.
Specs checked against
- Honda service bulletin 24-119, wheel nut torque table
- H&R FK8 application
- Curva Concepts Civic Type R specifications
- Apex FK8 tested wheel fitments
- Limitless Tire FK8 mounting and torque data
- Honda 2020 factory wheel approval table, including Sport Line
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 Honda or cars with the same bolt pattern. A matching pattern alone does not make a wheel interchangeable.