Chevrolet Malibu Bolt Pattern
Catalog records for Chevrolet Malibu use three bolt patterns: 5×110 for 1999–2012, 5×120 for 2013–2015, and 5×115 for 2016–2023.
Figures come from the wheel catalog. Confirm them on the vehicle before buying hardware.
Bolt-pattern variants
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Bolt pattern
Bolt pattern by year range
| Years | Bolt pattern | Center bore | Thread |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2012 | 5×110 | 65.1 mm | M12 x 1.5 |
| 2016–2023 | 5×115 | 70.3 mm | M12 x 1.5 |
| 2013–2015 | 5×120 | 67.4 mm | M14 x 1.5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the bolt pattern on a Chevrolet Malibu?
Catalog records for the Chevrolet Malibu use three bolt patterns: 5×110 for 1999–2012, 5×120 for 2013–2015, and 5×115 for 2016–2023.
Does the Chevrolet Malibu have more than one bolt pattern?
Yes. Catalog records show 3 bolt patterns: 5×110 (1999–2012); 5×115 (2016–2023); 5×120 (2013–2015). Choose the pattern that matches the vehicle you have.
Why can the same Malibu have different bolt patterns?
Generation, year range, and configuration can change the hub. Catalog records for the Chevrolet Malibu list 5×110 for 1999–2012 and 5×115 for 2016–2023 and 5×120 for 2013–2015. Do not assume later years match earlier years.
What years use 5×110 on the Chevrolet Malibu?
Catalog records show 5×110 for 1999–2012 (14 years).
What years use 5×115 on the Chevrolet Malibu?
Catalog records show 5×115 for 2016–2023 (8 years).
What years use 5×120 on the Chevrolet Malibu?
Catalog records show 5×120 for 2013–2015 (3 years).
How many lugs does the Chevrolet Malibu have?
Catalog records show 5 lugs on 5×110 (1999–2012); 5 lugs on 5×115 (2016–2023); 5 lugs on 5×120 (2013–2015).
What does 5×110 mean?
5×110 means 5 lug positions on a 110 mm pitch circle. The first number is lug count; the second is the pitch circle diameter in millimetres.
What does 5×115 mean?
5×115 means 5 lug positions on a 115 mm pitch circle. The first number is lug count; the second is the pitch circle diameter in millimetres.
What is the Chevrolet Malibu center bore?
Catalog records show 65.1 mm for the 5×110 variant, 70.3 mm for the 5×115 variant, and 67.4 mm for the 5×120 variant.
What thread size does the Chevrolet Malibu use?
Catalog records show M12 x 1.5 for the 5×110 variant, M12 x 1.5 for the 5×115 variant, and M14 x 1.5 for the 5×120 variant.
Does the Chevrolet Malibu use lug nuts or lug bolts?
Catalog records for the Chevrolet Malibu list lug nuts. Thread: M12 x 1.5 for the 5×110 variant, M12 x 1.5 for the 5×115 variant, and M14 x 1.5 for the 5×120 variant.
What is the wheel lug torque on a Chevrolet Malibu?
Catalog records show 140 for the 5×110 variant, 140 for the 5×115 variant, and 150 for the 5×120 variant. Socket size is not inferred from thread.
Is 5×120 the same as 5×4.72?
Yes. 5×120 and 5×4.72 describe the same bolt circle: 5 lugs on 120 mm (4.72 in). Use either notation when comparing wheels.
Can I use wheels with a different bolt pattern on a Chevrolet Malibu?
Only with a bolt-on wheel adapter from the vehicle pattern (5×110 or the other recorded pattern) to the wheel pattern. Adapters are directional. Confirm thickness, center bore, thread, stud engagement, clearance, and load rating. Hub swaps and redrilling are not equivalent shortcuts.
What adapter do I need to change from 5×110 to another pattern?
You need a directed adapter whose source pattern is 5×110 and whose target pattern matches the wheels. 5×110 to another circle is not the same as the reverse unless the catalog lists both directions. Pick the target on this page; thickness is not chosen automatically.
What wheel spacers fit this bolt pattern?
Spacers must match the vehicle bolt pattern (5×110 or 5×115 or 5×120). Choose thickness for clearance and offset. Matching the pattern is not a claim that a given spacer fits the vehicle.
Do I need hub-centric rings on a Chevrolet Malibu?
Only when the wheel center bore is larger than the vehicle hub. Catalog records show 65.1 mm for the 5×110 variant, 70.3 mm for the 5×115 variant, and 67.4 mm for the 5×120 variant. Rings fill that gap. They do not fix every vibration issue and they do not change bolt pattern.
What hub ring size do I need for a Chevrolet Malibu?
The ring is wheel center bore (outer) to vehicle hub (inner). Enter the bore stamped on the wheel. Catalog matches are exact outer and inner millimetres, not nearby sizes.
Can a hub ring make a smaller wheel bore fit a larger hub?
No. A hub ring only fills a wheel bore that is larger than the hub. A smaller wheel bore cannot be opened with a ring.
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