2012 Chevrolet Malibu Tire Sizes, Pressure and Bolt Pattern

Which Chevrolet Malibu model years does this cover?

These tire sizes specifications apply to every Chevrolet Malibu built from 2012 through 2012 — the 7th generation (final year), mid-size sedan (epsilon platform). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu

• 2012Final year of the 7th generation, sold alongside the early-launched 2013 Eco. Last Malibu with an available V6 until, well, ever.

What size tires does a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu take?

It varies by trim and wheel size, 3 factory fitments exist, from 215/55R17 up. Check the placard on the driver's door jamb for the size your specific vehicle left the factory with.

What is the bolt pattern on a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu?

5x110. That is the figure you need when shopping for aftermarket wheels; centre bore and offset still have to match separately.

What should the tire pressure be on a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu?

30 PSI front and rear, measured cold. The number moulded into the tire sidewall is the tire's maximum, not the vehicle's recommendation. Do not inflate to it.

What is the lug nut torque for a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu?

100 lb-ft, tightened in a star pattern with a torque wrench. Impact guns routinely overshoot this by 100 lb-ft or more, which warps rotors and stretches studs.

Does the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu come with a spare tire?

Compact temporary spare under trunk floor.