--- title: "2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler Tire Size: 225/75R16" description: "Every one of 3 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x127mm (5x5 in). Lug nuts torque to 130 lb-ft." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/tires" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler Tire Sizes, Pressure and Bolt Pattern Every one of 3 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x127mm (5x5 in). Lug nuts torque to 130 lb-ft. **Quick answer**: The 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler came with 3 factory tire sizes depending on trim, from 225/75R16 (Sport (base, steel wheels)) up. Check the table for your trim. ## 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler factory tire sizes (Check your manual) | Trim / wheels | Tire size | Pressure (F/R) | Rating | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Sport (base, steel wheels) | 225/75R16 | 35 psi | N/A | | Sport S, Sahara, Rubicon, most special editions (17-in) | 255/75R17 | 35 psi | N/A | | Sahara (optional 18-in) | 255/70R18 | 35 psi | N/A | ## 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler bolt pattern and lug nut torque | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x127mm (5x5 in) | | Lug nut torque | 130 lb-ft | | Spare tire | Full-size matching spare mounted on the rear swing-gate | 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 Jeep Wrangler model years does this cover? These tire sizes specifications apply to every Jeep Wrangler built from 2012 through 2017, the JK (2007-2018 platform; US 2012-2017 shown), off-road suv, solid front/rear axle (2-door; 4-door unlimited). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2012 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012) - [2013 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2013) - [2014 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2014) - [2015 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2015) - [2016 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2016) - [2017 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2017) ## What changed during the 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2012 | 3.6L Pentastar V6 replaces the old 3.8L V6 across the JK lineup; 5-speed automatic (W5A580) replaces the 4-speed | | 2013 | Moab special edition added; minor trim/options shuffle | | 2015 | Willys Wheeler and Rubicon Hard Rock special editions; no major mechanical changes | | 2017 | Final year of the JK before the JL replaces it for 2018, some 2018-titled JK-based 'Wrangler JK' models were sold as 2018 carryovers alongside the new JL; see JL generation notes | ## 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler tire sizes: common questions ### What size tires does a 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler take? It varies by trim and wheel size, 3 factory fitments exist, from 225/75R16 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 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler? 5x127mm (5x5 in). 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 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler? 35 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 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler? 130 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 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler come with a spare tire? Full-size matching spare mounted on the rear swing-gate. ## Sources - [Mopar/AMSOIL OE lookup, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L oil spec](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2013/jeep/wrangler/3-6l-6-cyl-engine-code-g-erb-h/) - [WranglerForum, 3.6L oil capacity (owner's manual quotes, 6 qt)](https://www.wranglerforum.com/answers/how-many-quarts-of-oil-does-a-jeep-wrangler-3-6-take/) - [WranglerForum, Mopar 3.6L oil filter part numbers (spin-on vs. cartridge)](https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/mopar-3-6l-oil-filters-difference.1640369/) - [ChallengerTalk, Pentastar 3.6L spark plug part number/gap (Champion RER8ZWYCB4 / Mopar SP149125AD)](https://www.challengertalk.com/threads/spark-plug-replacement-for-3-6l-pentastar.213266/) - [WranglerForum, Rubicon Dana 44 rear diff fluid (75W-140 Mopar synthetic)](https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/diff-oil-gear-oil-for-rubicon-dana-44-rear.2413691/) - [WranglerForum, JK oil-change light reset procedure (accelerator-pedal method)](https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/oil-change-notification-reset.147085/) - [au7o.io, 3.6L Pentastar oil cooler/filter housing cracking (2012-2025)](https://au7o.io/known-issues/jeep-wrangler) - [Edmunds, 2012 Jeep Wrangler specs (fuel tank, curb weight)](https://www.edmunds.com/jeep/wrangler/2012/features-specs/) - [Car and Driver, 2012 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4WD 2dr specs/EPA mpg](https://www.caranddriver.com/jeep/wrangler/specs/2012/jeep_wrangler_jeep-wrangler-2-door_2012) - [ExtremeTerrain, Jeep Wrangler JK factory tire sizes by trim](https://www.extremeterrain.com/jeep-wrangler-tire-size-guide.html) ## Other Jeep Wrangler generations - [2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler tire sizes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/tires) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/tires). ## More for the 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/battery) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.