2012–2015 Honda Civic Tire Sizes, Pressure and Bolt Pattern

Which Honda Civic model years does this cover?

These tire sizes specifications apply to every Honda Civic built from 2012 through 2015 — the 9th generation (FB/FG), compact sedan and coupe. 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 2012–2015 Honda Civic

• 2012Generation launch. A hybrid (1.5L IMA) and a natural-gas 1.8L were also sold 2012–2015 in small numbers, not covered in detail here.
• 2013Emergency refresh after poor reviews: new fascias, upgraded interior, standard rearview camera
• 2014CVT replaces the 5-speed automatic on 1.8L models; Touring-like EX-L Navi tops the range; Si gains 5 hp (205)

What size tires does a 2012–2015 Honda Civic take?

It varies by trim and wheel size, 3 factory fitments exist, from 195/65R15 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 2012–2015 Honda Civic?

5x114.3. 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 2012–2015 Honda Civic?

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 2012–2015 Honda Civic?

80 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 2012–2015 Honda Civic come with a spare tire?

T-type compact spare under trunk floor (most trims).