1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Base Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: Base, LS
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Your 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Base and LS models roll on a 5x100 bolt pattern with a 57.1mm center bore, featuring a stock setup of 14x6 wheels at 46 offset. ThreePiece.us offers a comprehensive fitment range to upgrade your Cavalier's look and performance while maintaining perfect compatibility with your vehicle's original specifications.
Finding the right wheels for your Cavalier is straightforward at ThreePiece.us. We stock quality brands including Enkei, Work Wheels, Motegi Racing, Aodhan, F1R, KATANA RACING, Vors, and Heritage Wheel in sizes spanning 14 to 17 inches. Every wheel is verified to bolt on correctly, and we ship free to the lower 48 states.
1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Base Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Base bolts wheels with a 5x100 bolt pattern. The stock setup runs 14x6 with a 46-millimeter offset. You can step up to larger diameters—fourteen, fifteen, sixteen, or seventeen inches—while staying square across all four corners. Compatible widths range from 6 to 7 inches depending on diameter, giving you flexibility without staggering.
Make certain any wheel you choose carries the 5x100 bolt pattern; nothing else will fit your Cavalier. The hub center bore measures 57.1 millimeters, so use hub-centric rings if your wheels have a larger bore to ensure proper seating. Aggressive offsets or extra-wide setups risk rubbing the fender or suspension components, so stay conservative with width and offset choices for this generation.
Every wheel we stock for your Cavalier is verified to bolt on and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. Brands like KATANA RACING, Enkei, Motegi Racing, and Aodhan all offer proven fitments for your application.
1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Base Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x100 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your vehicle, while the 57.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this vehicle with 14x6 wheels at a +46 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
81 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Base Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14x6 | +35 to +46 | 195/70R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +35 to +45 | 195/65R15, 205/60R15 | — |
| 16x6 | +35 to +45 | 205/55R16 | — |
| 14x6.5 | +35 to +45 | 195/70R14 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +35 to +45 | 195/65R15, 205/60R15 | — |
| 17x6.5 | +34 to +46 | 205/50R17 | — |
| 14x7 | +35 to +45 | 195/70R14 | — |
| 15x7 | +35 to +45 | 195/65R15, 205/60R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +35 to +45 | 205/55R16, 225/50R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +35 to +45 | 205/50R17, 215/45R17, 215/50R17 | — |
| 18x7 | +35 to +45 | 215/40R18, 225/40R18 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 205/50R17, 215/45R17, 215/50R17 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 225/45R17 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 18x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 215/40R18 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 225/40R18 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 19x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 215/35R19 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
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- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers