2012 Kia Forte EX Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: EX, LX
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The 2012 Kia Forte EX and LX models roll on a 5x114.3 bolt pattern with a 67.1mm center bore. Stock wheels measure 15x6 with a 44mm offset. ThreePiece.us carries premium brands like Aodhan, Enkei, Work Wheels, and BBS that fit your Forte perfectly, all verified to bolt on without modification.
Upgrading your Forte is straightforward with compatible sizes ranging from 15-inch to 17-inch wheels in multiple widths. Whether you prefer aggressive styling or subtle refinement, our selection includes Heritage Wheel, Vors, Black Rhino, and Gram Lights. Every wheel ships free to the lower 48 states.
2012 Kia Forte EX Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x114.3 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 67.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 15x6 wheels at a +44 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
81 ft-lbs
TPMS
Yes
2012 Kia Forte EX Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15x5.5 | +35 to +45 | 195/65R15 | — |
| 15x6 | +35 to +45 | 195/65R15 | — |
| 16x6 | +35 to +50 | 205/55R16 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +35 to +45 | 195/65R15 | — |
| 16x6.5 | +35 to +50 | 205/55R16 | — |
| 17x6.5 | +35 to +45 | 215/45R17, 225/45R17, 205/50R17 | — |
| 15x7 | +35 to +45 | 195/65R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +35 to +45 | 205/55R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +35 to +45 | 215/45R17, 225/45R17, 205/50R17 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 205/55R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 215/45R17, 225/45R17, 205/50R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 225/40R18 | — |
| 19x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 225/40R19 | — |
| 18x8 | +35 to +45 | 225/40R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +35 to +45 | 225/40R19 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +35 to +45 | 225/40R18 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +35 to +45 | 225/40R19 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Kia Forte
- Work Wheels — Meister, Emotion, Equip, CR Kiwami
- Volk Racing — TE37, CE28, ZE40
- SSR — Professor, Formula, GTX
- Gram Lights — 57CR, 57DR, 57Xtreme
- Enkei — RPF1, NT03, PF01
- Aodhan — DS02, AH02, AFF7
- WedsSport — SA-72R, TC105X
Complete Your 2012 Kia Forte EX Build
- Kia Forte coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Kia Forte exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Kia Forte suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Kia Forte brakes — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers












