What size are stock S2000 wheels?
The Honda S2000 uses a staggered 17-inch wheel setup, with wider rear wheels to support its rear-wheel-drive dynamics. This article lays out the key dimensions you need to know for stock wheels and how they affect fitment when replacing or upgrading.
The stock S2000 wheels are 17 inches in diameter, with 17x7.5 inches up front and 17x8.5 inches in the rear, using a 5x114.3 mm bolt pattern and a 64.1 mm center bore. Front offset is about +52 mm and rear offset about +60 mm. OE tire sizes are typically 215/45R17 front and 235/40R17 rear.
Generation-by-generation overview
Honda built the S2000 in two primary generations—AP1 (1999–2003) and AP2 (2004–2009). In both generations, the factory wheel setup remained the same size, though there were some changes in styling and brake hardware that didn't alter the wheel dimensions. Here is a concise breakdown:
AP1 (1999–2003)
Factory wheels: 17x7.5 front / 17x8.5 rear; PCD 5x114.3; center bore 64.1 mm; offsets roughly +52 mm front, +60 mm rear. OE tires: 215/45R17 front and 235/40R17 rear.
AP2 (2004–2009)
Factory wheels: the same 17x7.5 front / 17x8.5 rear arrangement; same PCD and center bore; similar offsets. Some production variants or optional packages may have used different tires, but wheel dimensions stayed consistent with the AP1 configuration.
Before listing the core numbers, here's a quick reference.
The core numbers you should know are summarized below for quick reference. The following list provides the essential metrics for stock wheels:
- Front size: 17×7.5 inches
- Rear size: 17×8.5 inches
- Bolt pattern: 5×114.3 mm
- Center bore: 64.1 mm
- Front offset: approximately +52 mm
- Rear offset: approximately +60 mm
- OE tire sizes: 215/45R17 (front) and 235/40R17 (rear)
These values reflect the factory configuration used on most S2000s and are a common baseline for wheel replacements and upgrades.
Summary
The Honda S2000 ships with a staggered 17-inch wheel setup: 17x7.5 inches front and 17x8.5 inches rear, 5x114.3 bolt pattern, 64.1 mm hub bore, and offsets around +52 mm (front) and +60 mm (rear). Paired with 215/45R17 front and 235/40R17 rear tires, this configuration balances steering feel with rear grip and was maintained across AP1 and AP2 generations. When shopping for replacements, these are the baseline measurements to verify fitment against aftermarket options.
What size tires are on a S2000 AP2 OEM?
The standard tire sizes for an AP2 Honda S2000 are 215/45R17 for the front and 245/40R17 for the rear. Some later models or specific configurations may have a slightly different setup, such as a 255/40R17 on the rear, but the 215/45R17 and 245/40R17 combination is the factory standard for the staggered setup.
- Front: 215/45R17
- Rear: 245/40R17
What size tires are on a 2000 Honda S2000?
2000 Honda S2000 Standard Front: 205/55R16, Rear: 225/50R16 Tires | Shop Goodyear Tires.
What size tires are on a 2003 Honda S2000?
2003 Honda S2000 Specifications
| 2003 S2000 | . |
|---|---|
| Tires | . |
| Front | Bridgestone Potenza S-02 P205/ 55 R16 89W |
| Rear | Bridgestone Potenza S-02 P225/ 50 R16 89W |
| Ventilated Front Disc Brakes (diameter) | 11.8 in. |
What size wheels are on a stock S2000?
Honda S2000 Wheels by Model Year
These wheels are available in 16" and 17" sizes, offering options to fit various model years.
