2012–2013 E140 (10th generation)
2012–2013 Toyota Corolla Tire Sizes, Pressure and Bolt Pattern
Every one of 2 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2012–2013 Toyota Corolla, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x100. Lug nuts torque to 76 lb-ft.
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2012–2013 Toyota Corolla factory tire sizes
High confidence| Trim / wheels | Tire size | Pressure (F/R) | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| L (15-in steel) | 195/65R15 | 30 psi | 89S |
| LE, S (16-in) | 205/55R16 | 32 psi | 89H |
2012–2013 Toyota Corolla bolt pattern and lug nut torque
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x100 |
| Lug nut torque | 76 lb-ft |
| Spare tire | T125/70D16 compact temporary spare under trunk floor |
Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after roughly 50 miles. Wheels seat as they are driven. An impact gun routinely overshoots the figure above by 100 lb-ft or more, which warps rotors and stretches studs.
Which Toyota Corolla model years does this cover?
These tire sizes specifications apply to every Toyota Corolla built from 2012 through 2013 — the E140 (10th generation), compact sedan. 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 2012–2013 Toyota Corolla
- 2012Carryover year for the 2011-facelifted E140; the 2.4L XRS was already discontinued (2010), so all cars are 1.8L 2ZR-FE
- 2013Final E140 year; Special Edition package added. All specs carry over.
2012–2013 Toyota Corolla tire sizes: common questions
What size tires does a 2012–2013 Toyota Corolla take?
- It varies by trim and wheel size, 2 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 2012–2013 Toyota Corolla?
- 5x100. 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 2012–2013 Toyota Corolla?
- 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 2012–2013 Toyota Corolla?
- 76 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 2012–2013 Toyota Corolla come with a spare tire?
- T125/70D16 compact temporary spare under trunk floor.
Sources
- Toyota technical data, Corolla E140 US fluids & capacities (toyota-club.net)
- Toyota Genuine Battery application chart 2023 (toyotapartsandservice.com)
- Toyota Genuine Spark Plug application chart 2020 (toyotapartsandservice.com)
- Toyota Genuine Oil Filter application chart 2020 (toyotapartsandservice.com)
- TirePressure.org, 2012 Toyota Corolla placard pressures
- fueleconomy.gov, 2012 Corolla EPA ratings
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle, 2012/2013 Toyota Corolla