17-inch road setup
- Front and rear
- 17 × 8 inch, ET40 · 215/45 R17
A common XE10 owner recommendation with 215/45 tyres. Check front upright and caliper clearance, particularly with a wheel design not previously fitted to this chassis.
1998–2005 · saloon
Lexus IS300 / IS200 XE10 wheel fitment
The first IS commonly uses 17 or 18-inch wheels for a road or understated VIP build. The original high-offset wheels sit further inboard than many aftermarket examples, so front suspension and outer-arch clearance both matter.
5x114.3 bolt pattern · 60.1 mm centre bore · Stock wheels: 16 × 6.5, 17 × 7 inch · Stock tyres: 205/55 R16, 215/45 R17
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 | 60.1 mm |
| Fastener and thread | Wheel nut, M12x1.5 |
| Tightening torque | 103 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| IS200, 16-inch package | Front and rear | 16 × 6.5 inch, ET50 | 205/55 R16 |
| IS200 Sport / IS300 saloon, 17-inch package | Front and rear | 17 × 7 inch, ET50 | 215/45 R17 |
Explained in our guides
Read these before choosing wheels for the IS300 / IS200: 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.
18-inch lowered road setup
- Front and rear
- 18 × 8 inch, ET40 · 225/40 R18
An IS owner reports 225/40 tyres with mild coilover lowering and no rubbing. This is a particular installation, so check travel and arch clearance on the car being fitted.
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
- Lexus specifies 103 Nm for wheel nuts, corroborated by the independent tyre-service reference.
- A wheel with the correct 5x114.3 drilling still needs the right centre bore and brake clearance. Use the nut seat specified for the actual wheel.
- The front suspension upright can limit inner clearance. Moving a wheel outward to clear it reduces outer-arch clearance.
- The stock entries cover saloons. SportCross rear wheel and tyre variations are omitted because a complete verified specification was not established.
- 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 IS300 / IS200. 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 IS200, 16-inch package front size. Choose your own trim or axle in the calculator if it differs.
Questions
What is the IS200 / IS300 XE10 bolt pattern?
5x114.3 with a 60.1 mm centre bore and M12x1.5 wheel nuts.
What tyres fit standard 17-inch IS300 wheels?
The saloon’s 17x7 ET50 wheels use 215/45 R17 tyres.
Can I fit 18-inch wheels to an IS200?
Yes. Owners document 18x8 ET40 with 225/40 R18 tyres. Check the front upright, brakes and arches on the actual car.
What is the XE10 wheel-nut torque?
103 Nm according to the Lexus workshop and owner specifications.
What wheel size does the Lexus IS300 / IS200 XE10 use?
Factory wheels are 16 × 6.5 inch and 17 × 7 inch, depending on trim. The stock table lists the offset for each.
What is the Lexus IS300 / IS200 XE10 centre bore?
60.1 mm. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings sized to it.
Specs checked against
- Lexus: IS300 workshop manual
- Pure Tyre: IS300 wheel-nut torque
- SD Wheel: Lexus IS hub and hardware specifications
- Wheel-fastener application catalogue: IS300
- Toyota parts catalogue: IS200 original 16-inch wheel
- Lexus Owners Club: XE10 original and aftermarket wheel sizes
- IS300 owners: 17-inch fitment recommendations
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 Lexus or cars with the same bolt pattern. A matching pattern alone does not make a wheel interchangeable.