2010 Chevrolet Equinox Wheels & Rims: Bolt Pattern, Offset & Sizes

Fitting Chevrolet Equinox wheels? This page gives the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox bolt pattern (5x120), centre bore, factory rim size and the offset range for aftermarket and forged Chevrolet Equinox rims: the same spec sheet ANKUSI uses when machining forged wheels for this car.

Quick answer: The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox uses a 5x120 bolt pattern with a 66.9 mm centre bore and M12x1.5 lug nuts. Factory wheels: 18x7.0J ET46, front and rear. For aftermarket wheels, 20x8.5J ET35 sits flush and 22x9.0J ET30 is the most aggressive fit.

Forged wheels for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox — drilled 5x120 with a 66.9 mm centre bore, built to the offset you choose. From $220 per wheel, made to order in 20–25 days.

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Chevrolet Equinox (2010): 5x120 bolt pattern, 66.9mm center bore. Factory wheels: 18x7.0J at ET46 offset, front and rear. Reference fitment ranges.

Bolt Pattern5x120
Wheel Bolt/NutM12x1.5 Nut
Center Bore66.9mm
Wheel Load Rating900–1250 kg/wheel (SUV segment reference)
Year2010
CategorySUV

✓ Data check: the bolt pattern and center bore on this page match an independent fitment reference. Last reviewed September 18, 2026. How we verify

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Wheel Size & Offset at a Glance

Chevrolet Equinox wheel size and offset comparison by configuration
ConfigurationWheel Size & Offset
Factory (OE)18x7.0J F/R
Flush Fitment20x8.5J at ET35 offset
Maximum Aggressive22x9.0J at ET30 offset

Forged Wheel Designs for the Chevrolet Equinox

Every design below is forged to order, so it can be machined to the Chevrolet Equinox's 5x120 bolt pattern and 66.9 mm center bore, with the width and offset calculated for your setup.

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.

Diagram showing wheel measurement points: centerline, center bore diameter, PCD, offset, rim width and diameter
Centerline, center bore, PCD, offset, width & diameter
Diagram comparing positive, zero, and negative wheel offset relative to the wheel centerline
Positive vs. zero vs. negative offset

ANKUSI Engineering Expert Advice

The Chevrolet Equinox's factory suspension tuning already accounts for a specific unsprung mass target. Forged construction lets ANKUSI match the factory strength spec while keeping rotational weight down, which is where the real handling benefit comes from on a taller, heavier SUV platform.

The Chevrolet Equinox runs a 5x120 bolt pattern, 66.9mm center bore, and a 18x7.0J, front and rear, wheel from the factory. Our Flush Fitment reference is 20x8.5J ET35, which tucks the tire under the fender lip on a stock-height Chevrolet Equinox. Our Maximum Aggressive reference is 22x9.0J ET30 — beyond that offset, expect rubbing against the inner fender liner under compression without further trimming.

Chevrolet Equinox OE Wheel Specs

The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (SUV) uses a 5x120 bolt pattern with a 66.9mm center bore. Factory wheels are 18x7.0J F/R.

Why the factory spec works for most owners:

  • Supports the vehicle's curb weight and load capacity
  • Preserves ground clearance for everyday and light off-road use
  • Balances ride comfort with cargo and passenger stability
  • Maintains clearance for the factory suspension travel and brake package

ANKUSI builds these wheels — we are the forging factory, not a reseller. For the Chevrolet Equinox (2010) we drill the 5x120 pattern and cut the centre bore to 66.9mm 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.

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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.

A Note on Clearance

Final clearance depends on the exact tire model, suspension height, brake package, alignment and vehicle tolerances. A physical test fit is recommended before production.

Want to check a different width or offset before you order? Use our Offset & Backspacing Calculator to solve the numbers yourself, or looking for your exact Chevrolet spec, or want a wheel built to a custom offset for your Chevrolet Equinox? Contact ANKUSI with your bolt pattern and offset target and we will confirm the correct forged wheel spec for your build.

Chevrolet Equinox: Specs by Model Year

YearBolt patternCenter boreFactory wheel
20055x11570.3 mm16x6.5J ET45
20105x12066.9 mm18x7J ET46
20165x12066.9 mm19x7.5J ET46
20185x11570.3 mm19x7.5J ET45
20215x11570.3 mm19x7.5J ET45
20255x11570.3 mm19x7.5J ET45

Check the model year before ordering: the specs change — bolt pattern 5x115 → 5x120 from 2010; center bore 70.3 mm → 66.9 mm from 2010; bolt pattern 5x120 → 5x115 from 2018; center bore 66.9 mm → 70.3 mm from 2018.

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.

SetupSizeETBackspacingInward vs OEOutward vs OE
Factory (OE)18x7JET465.81 in (148 mm)——
Flush20x8.5JET356.13 in (156 mm)+8 mm+30 mm
Maximum22x9JET306.18 in (157 mm)+9 mm+41 mm

Vehicles With the Same Hub as the Chevrolet Equinox (5x120, 66.9 mm Bore)

In our database, 160 other vehicle entries from 10 makes use exactly the same 5x120 bolt pattern and 66.9 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.

5x120 is used by 10.3% of the vehicle pages in our English fitment guide (670 of 6,503); 24.2% of those also use a 66.9 mm center bore.

Hub-Centric Rings for a 66.9 mm Center Bore

A wheel with a center bore larger than 66.9 mm needs a hub-centric ring. The most common combinations:

Wheel boreRing size
67.1 mm67.1 → 66.9 mm
70.1 mm70.1 → 66.9 mm
70.5 mm70.5 → 66.9 mm
71.6 mm71.6 → 66.9 mm
73.1 mm73.1 → 66.9 mm

ANKUSI forged wheels are bored to exactly 66.9 mm for this vehicle, so no ring is needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bolt pattern (PCD) does the Chevrolet Equinox use?
The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox uses a 5x120 bolt pattern.
How many lug bolts does the Chevrolet Equinox use?
The Chevrolet Equinox uses a 5-lug bolt pattern (5x120), so you need a 5-lug forged wheel to bolt straight on.
What is the center bore size on the Chevrolet Equinox?
The Chevrolet Equinox's center bore is 66.9mm. 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 size are the factory (stock) wheels on the Chevrolet Equinox?
Factory wheels on the Chevrolet Equinox are 18x7.0J F/R.
What is the biggest wheel size I can fit on my Chevrolet Equinox without rubbing?
The most aggressive fitment we recommend without fender work is 22x9.0J at ET30 offset. Going beyond this typically causes rubbing under compression unless you roll the fenders or add camber correction.
What does a flush wheel fitment look like on the Chevrolet Equinox?
For a flush look with minimal to no rubbing, we recommend 20x8.5J at ET35 offset as a starting point on a stock or mildly lowered Chevrolet Equinox.
Do I need wheel spacers for my Chevrolet Equinox?
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 Chevrolet Equinox?
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 6.13" of backspacing.
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 Chevrolet Equinox?
The Chevrolet Equinox runs the same wheel size front and rear from the factory, so staggered fitment is not required. ANKUSI can still forge a staggered set (wider rear) on request if you want a more aggressive stance.

Wheel Installation Reference: Torque, Thread & TPMS

Thread & Fastener: M12x1.5, conical-seat lug nut.

Factory Torque Spec: 136 Nm (100 ft-lb). Covers most Chevrolet passenger cars and crossovers on M12 studs.

TPMS: TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) has been federally mandated on all new light vehicles sold in the US since the 2008 model year. If your wheels use OE-style sensors, have them transferred or cloned to the new wheels at installation.

Tire Pressure: Always set tire pressure to the value on your vehicle's tire placard (driver's doorjamb or glovebox), not the max PSI printed on the tire sidewall — this is trim- and tire-size-specific and stays the same reference point when you switch to a different wheel and tire combination.

Reference data compiled from published OEM service specifications and cross-checked against independent repair sources; always confirm against your owner's manual or door-jamb placard before installation.

Sources and Last Update

Data checked against: avtoreference.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: 18x7 wheels · 18 inch wheels.

Compiled by the ANKUSI Wheels engineering team, an IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified forged wheel factory in Guangzhou.

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