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title: "2013-2018 Nissan Altima Tire Size: 215/60R16"
description: "Every one of 3 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2013-2018 Nissan Altima, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x114.3. Lug nuts torque to 83 lb-ft."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/tires"
updated: "2026-08-20"
---

# 2013-2018 Nissan Altima Tire Sizes, Pressure and Bolt Pattern

Every one of 3 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2013-2018 Nissan Altima, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x114.3. Lug nuts torque to 83 lb-ft.

**Quick answer**: The 2013-2018 Nissan Altima came with 3 factory tire sizes depending on trim, from 215/60R16 (2.5, 2.5 S / S (16-in)) up. Check the table for your trim.

## 2013-2018 Nissan Altima factory tire sizes (High confidence)

| Trim / wheels | Tire size | Pressure (F/R) | Rating |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2.5, 2.5 S / S (16-in) | 215/60R16 | 32 psi | 94T |
| 2.5 SV, 2.5 SL, 3.5 S / SV, SL (17-in) | 215/55R17 | 33 psi | 93V |
| 3.5 SV, 3.5 SL (2013-2015); SR, 3.5 SR (2016-2018) (18-in) | 235/45R18 | 33 psi | 94V |

## 2013-2018 Nissan Altima bolt pattern and lug nut torque

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x114.3 |
| Lug nut torque | 83 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 Nissan Altima model years does this cover?

These tire sizes specifications apply to every Nissan Altima built from 2013 through 2018, the L33 (5th generation), mid-size sedan. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years.

- [2013 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013)
- [2014 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2014)
- [2015 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2015)
- [2016 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2016)
- [2017 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2017)
- [2018 Altima](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2018)

## What changed during the 2013-2018 Nissan Altima

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2013 | Generation launch: new platform, 0W-20 oil and NS-3 CVT fluid for the 2.5, 27/38 mpg |
| 2016 | Mid-cycle refresh begins: new exterior styling and fascias, updated features; SR sport trim introduced (2.5 and 3.5) |
| 2016-2018 | Major facelift: new fascias and hood, SR sport trim added (2.5 and 3.5), available Predictive Forward Collision Warning and Emergency Braking. Mechanical service specs (oil, filters, wipers, battery) carry over. |
| 2017 | Carries over unchanged from 2016; a mid-year trim-lineup shuffle follows partway through the model year |
| 2018 | Final year for the L33 and for the 3.5L V6 Altima |

## 2013-2018 Nissan Altima tire sizes: common questions

### What size tires does a 2013-2018 Nissan Altima take?

It varies by trim and wheel size, 3 factory fitments exist, from 215/60R16 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 2013-2018 Nissan Altima?

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 2013-2018 Nissan Altima?

32 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 2013-2018 Nissan Altima?

83 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 2013-2018 Nissan Altima come with a spare tire?

Compact temporary spare under trunk floor.

## Sources

- [AMSOIL product lookup, 2013 Altima 2.5L QR25DE (0W-20, 4.9 qt)](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2013/nissan-datsun/altima/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-qr25de-e/)
- [Nissan parts, 15208-65F0E oil filter fitment (parts.nissanusa.com)](https://parts.nissanusa.com/parts/nissan-oil-filter-1520865f0e)
- [Nissan OEM parts, 22401-JA01B spark plug fitment](https://nissan.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/nissan-spark-plug-22401ja01b)
- [NHTSA recall 20V-315, hood latch (2013-2018 Altima)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2020/RCLRPT-20V315-7737.PDF)
- [NHTSA recall 14V-138, occupant classification system](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2014/RCONL-14V138-3030.pdf)
- [BBB AUTO LINE, Nissan CVT / Martinez class-action warranty extensions](https://bbbprograms.org/programs/dr/class-action/nissan-cvt2)
- [Nissan Altima headlight settlement (2013-2018 halogen dimming)](https://www.altimaheadlightsettlement.com/)
- [2013 Nissan Altima Sedan specifications (Nissan USA Newsroom)](https://usa.nissannews.com/en-US/releases/2013-nissan-altima-sedan-specifications)
- [TirePressure.org, 2013 Nissan Altima placard pressures](https://tirepressure.org/nissan/altima/2013)
- [fueleconomy.gov, 2013 Nissan Altima EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2013_Nissan_Altima.shtml)
- [HID Nation, 2015 Nissan Altima bulb sizes (H11 low / 9005 high)](https://www.hidnation.com/pages/2015-nissan-altima)

## Other Nissan Altima generations

- [2019-2025 Nissan Altima tire sizes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2019-2025/tires)
- [2012 Nissan Altima tire sizes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2012/tires)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/tires).

## More for the 2013-2018 Nissan Altima

- [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/oil)
- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/battery)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/wipers)
- [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/filters)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/altima/2013-2018/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.