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2026 Chevrolet Sonic tire and wheel sizes, bolt pattern and tire pressure

Tires for the 2026 Chevrolet Sonic

Sizes most trims come with first. Open your trim below for its exact size.

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Trims sold in 2026
1
Generation
II

1 trim sold in 2026

Open a trim for its tire and rim sizes, bolt pattern and tire pressure.

What these columns mean
OE fitment
The package fitted at the factory for that trim.
Alternative
A size the car accepts without modification — plus-sizing, winter setups or optional wheels.
Rim size
Rim diameter × width in inches, and the factory offset (ET) in millimetres, e.g. 18x7.5 ET25.
Bolt pattern (PCD)
Number of studs and the diameter of the circle they sit on. It must match exactly.
Center bore
Diameter of the hub hole. Larger aftermarket bores need hub-centric rings.
Pressure
Recommended cold inflation pressure for that axle, in psi.
Thread size
Lug bolt or nut thread — needed when buying aftermarket fasteners.
Trims sold in 2026
1
Generation
II
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