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2006 Lotus Europa S Wheels & Rims: Bolt Pattern, Offset & Sizes
Fitting Lotus Europa S wheels? This page gives the 2006 Lotus Europa S bolt pattern (5x110), centre bore, factory rim size and the offset range for aftermarket and forged Lotus Europa S rims: the same spec sheet ANKUSI uses when machining forged wheels for this car.
Quick answer: The 2006 Lotus Europa S uses a 5x110 bolt pattern with a 65.1 mm centre bore and M12x1.5 lug bolts. For aftermarket wheels, 17x7J ET20 front / 18x8.5J ET35 rear sits flush.
Forged wheels for the 2006 Lotus Europa S — drilled 5x110 with a 65.1 mm centre bore, built to the offset you choose. From $220 per wheel, made to order in 20–25 days.
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Lotus Europa S (2006): 5x110 bolt pattern, 65.1mm center bore, OE F 17x5.5J ET26 / R 17x7.5J ET40. Forged wheel fitment specs from ANKUSI.
Bolt Pattern5x110
Wheel Bolt/NutM12x1.5 Bolt
Center Bore65.1mm
Wheel Load Rating700–850 kg/wheel (Performance / Sports Car segment reference)
Year2006
Category5-Lug Performance / Tuner
Data check: the bolt pattern and center bore on this page have not yet been confirmed by a second independent source. Measure your hub or ask us before ordering. How we verify
Wheel Size & Offset at a Glance
| Configuration | Wheel Size & Offset |
|---|---|
| Flush Fitment | F 17x7J ET20 / R 18x8.5J ET35 |
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Every design below is forged to order, so it can be machined to the Lotus Europa S's 5x110 bolt pattern and 65.1 mm center bore, with the width and offset calculated for your setup.
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How to Read Wheel Offset & Measurements
Use these two references before ordering: the left diagram shows where each spec (PCD, center bore, offset, width and diameter) is measured on the wheel; the right diagram shows how positive, zero and negative offset shift the wheel face relative to the hub centerline.
ANKUSI Engineering Expert Advice
Most of the engineering value in a forged wheel over a cast one shows up in rotational mass, not outright strength — both can meet the same load rating, but the forged piece gets there lighter. On a sedan platform tuned for everyday balance, that weight saving is felt directly in steering response and ride quality.
The Lotus Europa S ships from the factory on a 5x110 bolt pattern with a 65.1mm center bore and a F 17x5.5J ET26 / R 17x7.5J ET40 wheel. Our flush reference for the Lotus Europa S is F 17x7J ET20 / R 18x8.5J ET35.; our maximum aggressive reference is F 18x7.5J ET18 / R 18x9J ET30. — beyond that, expect clearance issues against the fender liner without further modification.
Lotus Europa S OE Wheel Specs
The Lotus Europa S ships from the factory on 5x110 bolt pattern wheels with a 65.1mm center bore. The stock wheel size is F 17x5.5J ET26 / R 17x7.5J ET40, offering a balanced ride that suits most owners without any rubbing or clearance concerns.
Why the factory spec works for most owners:
- Balances ride comfort with steering response and highway efficiency.
- Wide tire and wheel availability at the factory diameter keeps replacement costs low.
- Lower unsprung weight than larger aftermarket wheels helps ride quality and acceleration.
- Guaranteed clearance against brake calipers and suspension components.
ANKUSI builds these wheels — we are the forging factory, not a reseller. For the Lotus Europa S (2006) we drill the 5x110 pattern and cut the centre bore to 65.1mm on our own CNC line, so the wheel hub-centres on the car with no spacer rings, in whatever diameter, width and offset you specify.
Converting these ET figures to backspacing? Use the wheel offset and backspacing calculator.
The figures on this page are part of our open wheel fitment dataset — 10,093 vehicles, free to download, CC BY 4.0.
Offset and Backspacing: Factory Wheel vs Options
Backspacing ≈ width/2 + ET/25.4 + 0.5 in. "Inward" means closer to the suspension; "outward" means closer to the fender lip.
| Setup | Size | ET | Backspacing | Inward vs OE | Outward vs OE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Factory (OE) | 17x5.5J | ET26 | 4.27 in (109 mm) | — | — |
| Flush | 17x7J | ET20 | 4.79 in (122 mm) | +13 mm | +25 mm |
| Maximum | 18x7.5J | ET18 | 4.96 in (126 mm) | +17 mm | +33 mm |
Vehicles With the Same Hub as the Lotus Europa S (5x110, 65.1 mm Bore)
In our database, 139 other vehicle entries from 19 makes use exactly the same 5x110 bolt pattern and 65.1 mm center bore. Factory wheels from these cars bolt on and center on the hub without rings; offset and width still have to be checked.
5x110 is used by 2.2% of the vehicle pages in our English fitment guide (145 of 6,503); 96.6% of those also use a 65.1 mm center bore.
Hub-Centric Rings for a 65.1 mm Center Bore
A wheel with a center bore larger than 65.1 mm needs a hub-centric ring. The most common combinations:
| Wheel bore | Ring size |
|---|---|
| 66.1 mm | 66.1 → 65.1 mm |
| 66.6 mm | 66.6 → 65.1 mm |
| 67.1 mm | 67.1 → 65.1 mm |
| 70.1 mm | 70.1 → 65.1 mm |
| 73.1 mm | 73.1 → 65.1 mm |
ANKUSI forged wheels are bored to exactly 65.1 mm for this vehicle, so no ring is needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What bolt pattern (PCD) does the Lotus Europa S use?
The 2006 Lotus Europa S uses a 5x110 bolt pattern.
How many lug bolts does the Lotus Europa S use?
The Lotus Europa S uses a 5-lug bolt pattern (5x110), so you need a 5-lug forged wheel to bolt straight on.
What is the center bore size on the Lotus Europa S?
The Lotus Europa S's center bore is 65.1mm. If an aftermarket wheel has a larger center bore than this, hub-centric rings are recommended so the wheel centers on the hub itself rather than relying on the lug bolts alone.
What does a flush wheel fitment look like on the Lotus Europa S?
For a flush look with minimal to no rubbing, we recommend F 17x7J ET20 / R 18x8.5J ET35 as a starting point on a stock or mildly lowered Lotus Europa S.
Do I need wheel spacers for my Lotus Europa S?
No. ANKUSI forges each wheel to your exact target offset, including the flush or max specs above, so you get the correct fitment without stacking spacers. Spacers are typically only used to push out an existing OE-offset wheel without replacing it, which isn't necessary when you're ordering a custom-offset forged wheel.
How do I calculate wheel backspacing for my Lotus Europa S?
Backspacing (in inches) = wheel width (in) ÷ 2 + offset (mm) ÷ 25.4 + 0.5 (flange allowance). For example, the flush spec above works out to roughly 4.79" backspacing up front and 6.13" in the rear.
What's the difference between wheel offset and backspacing?
Offset is the distance in millimeters from the wheel's true centerline to its mounting face (positive offset pulls the wheel in, negative pushes it out). Backspacing is the distance in inches from the mounting face to the back edge of the wheel barrel. They describe the same fitment from two different reference points, which is why ANKUSI lists both above — some shops and tuning guides quote offset, others quote backspacing.
Can I run staggered wheels (different sizes front and rear) on my Lotus Europa S?
Yes — the Lotus Europa S's factory and our recommended flush/max fitments already use staggered sizing (different width front and rear), and ANKUSI can forge matching staggered sets to your target offsets.
Sources and Last Update
Data checked against: avtoreference.com, tirewheelguide.com.
This record is part of the open ANKUSI Wheel Fitment Dataset (DOI 10.5281/zenodo.23241521, CC BY 4.0).
Other cars on the same factory size: 17 inch wheels.
Compiled by the ANKUSI Wheels engineering team, an IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified forged wheel factory in Guangzhou.
Bolt pattern and center bore on this page come from published fitment references and are still awaiting a second independent check. Last reviewed 2026-09-18. Spotted an error? Email info@ankusi.com and we will verify and correct it.