--- title: "2012 Chevrolet Malibu Tire Size: 215/55R17" description: "Every one of 3 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x110. Lug nuts torque to 100 lb-ft." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/tires" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Tire Sizes, Pressure and Bolt Pattern Every one of 3 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x110. Lug nuts torque to 100 lb-ft. **Quick answer**: The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu came with 3 factory tire sizes depending on trim, from 215/55R17 (LS, 1LT (17-in)) up. Check the table for your trim. ## 2012 Chevrolet Malibu factory tire sizes (High confidence) | Trim / wheels | Tire size | Pressure (F/R) | Rating | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | LS, 1LT (17-in) | 215/55R17 | 30 psi | N/A | | 2LT (17-in) | 225/50R17 | 30 psi | N/A | | LTZ (18-in) | 225/50R18 | 30 psi | N/A | ## 2012 Chevrolet Malibu bolt pattern and lug nut torque | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x110 | | Lug nut torque | 100 lb-ft | | Spare tire | Compact temporary spare under trunk floor | Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after roughly 50 miles. An impact gun routinely overshoots the figure above by 100 lb-ft or more, which warps rotors and stretches studs. ## 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. - [2012 Malibu](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012) ## What changed during the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2012 | Final year of the 7th generation, sold alongside the early-launched 2013 Eco. Last Malibu with an available V6 until, well, ever. | ## 2012 Chevrolet Malibu tire sizes: common questions ### 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. ## Sources - [AMSOIL product lookup, 2012 Malibu 3.6L capacities](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2012/chevrolet/malibu/) - [Costa Oils, 2012 Malibu 2.4L oil change guide (5 qt, 5W-30)](https://costaoils.com/2012-chevrolet-malibu-24l-oil-change-guide-2/) - [Walmart/ACDelco, PF457G fitment 2004-2012 Malibu](https://www.walmart.com/ip/ACDelco-PF457G-Engine-Oil-Filter-Fits-select-2010-2017-CHEVROLET-EQUINOX-LT-2004-2012-CHEVROLET-MALIBU/36052507) - [TirePressure.org, 2012 Malibu placard pressures (30 psi)](https://tirepressure.org/chevrolet/malibu/2012) - [WiperBladesUSA, 2012 Malibu 24/21-in blades](https://www.wiperbladesusa.com/wiper-size/chevrolet/malibu/2012) - [fueleconomy.gov, 2012 Malibu EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2012_Chevrolet_Malibu.shtml) - [RepairPal, 2012 Malibu top reported problems](https://repairpal.com/2012-chevrolet-malibu/problems) - [Element Wheels, 2008-2012 Malibu 5x110 bolt pattern](https://www.elementwheels.com/wheels/chevrolet/malibu) - [Sonnax, GM 6T40/6T70 3-5-R wave plate failure](https://www.facebook.com/Sonnax/videos/stop-gm-6t40-6t70-3-5-r-failure-with-sonnax-drum-saver-kits/3015931788537426/) ## Other Chevrolet Malibu generations - [2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu tire sizes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2016-2025/tires) - [2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu tire sizes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2013-2015/tires) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/tires). ## More for the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/battery) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/malibu/2012/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.