1988 Toyota Tercel Wheels & Rims
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The 1988 Toyota Tercel DX, SR5, and STD models roll on a 4x100 bolt pattern with a 13x4.5 stock wheel and 39mm offset. ThreePiece.us stocks premium options from brands like Vors, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, and Motegi Racing that fit your Tercel perfectly. Every wheel we offer is verified to bolt on correctly, and shipping to the lower 48 states is always free.
Upgrading your Tercel's wheels opens up numerous possibilities without compromising fitment. Choose from sizes ranging up to 16x6.5, giving you flexibility to match your style and performance needs. Our curated selection includes trusted names such as Enkei, Shift, Petrol, and MST Wheels—all guaranteed to work on your vehicle right out of the box.
1988 Toyota Tercel Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1988 Tercel uses a 4x100 bolt pattern and comes stock with a 13x4.5 wheel at 39 millimeters offset. You can upgrade through a range of sizes: 13-inch widths from 4.5 to 5.5 inches, 14-inch from 5 to 6 inches, or step up to 15 or 16-inch diameters. Since your Tercel isn't staggered, you have complete flexibility in choosing wheels front and rear.
Remember that only the 4x100 bolt pattern will fit your vehicle—don't force any other size. Your hub's 54.1-millimeter center bore requires hub-centric rings if your wheel's bore measures larger. Going significantly wider or more aggressive on offset than stock can invite rubbing against fenders or suspension components, so stay measured in your modifications.
Every wheel we list for your Tercel is verified to bolt on properly and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. We stock options from respected names like Vors, Enkei, Work Wheels, and Heritage Wheel, so you can dial in the look and performance you want.
1988 Toyota Tercel Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 4x100 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 54.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 13x4.5 wheels at a +39 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
81 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1988 Toyota Tercel Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13x4.5 | +35 to +40 | 155/80R13, 145/80R13, 175/70R13 | — |
| 13x5 | +35 to +40 | 155/80R13, 145/80R13, 175/70R13 | — |
| 14x5 | +35 to +45 | 185/60R14, 175/65R14 | — |
| 13x5.5 | +35 to +40 | 155/80R13, 175/70R13, 165/70R13 | — |
| 14x5.5 | +35 to +40 | 175/65R14, 185/60R14 | — |
| 14x6 | +35 to +40 | 175/65R14, 185/60R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +35 to +40 | 195/45R15, 185/55R15, 195/50R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +35 to +40 | 195/45R15, 185/55R15, 195/50R15 | — |
| 16x6.5 | +35 to +40 | 195/45R16, 205/40R16 | — |
| 15x7 | +35 to +40 | 195/45R15, 195/50R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +35 to +40 | 195/45R16, 205/40R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +35 to +40 | 205/40R17 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Toyota Tercel
- 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 1988 Toyota Tercel Build
- Toyota Tercel coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Toyota Tercel exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Toyota Tercel suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Toyota Tercel 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