Ford Mustang Tyre Size, Wheel Specifications, Centre Bore & Torque Guide (All Generations)

The Ford Mustang is one of the most iconic performance cars, spanning multiple generations with varying wheel and tyre setups. Whether you're running a classic V8 or a modern turbo EcoBoost, choosing the correct tyre size, wheel fitment, and torque specs is critical for safety and performance.

This guide covers all common factory tyre sizes, rim specs, centre bore, and wheel torque settings for major Mustang generations.

Ford Mustang Tyre & Wheel Specifications by Generation

Classic Mustang (1964–1973)

• Factory Wheel Sizes:
  • 14x6.0J ET +12
  • 15x6.5J ET +15
  • 15x7.0J ET +10
    
• Tyre Sizes:
  • 185/75R14
  • 205/70R14
  • 205/65R15
  • 225/60R15
• Centre Bore: 61.5 mm
• Torque Spec: 110 Nm

Notes: Narrow tyres, high sidewall. Suitable for restoration or classic cruising.

Fox Body Mustang (1979–1993)

• PCD: 4x108 (IMPORTANT difference)
• Wheel Sizes: 14x5, 15x7
• Tyre Sizes:
  
  • 185/70R14
  • 195/75R14
  • 225/60R15
  • 225/50R16
• Centre Bore: 63.4 mm
• Torque Spec: 110-115 Nm

Notes: Only generation with 4-stud pattern.

SN95 Mustang (1994–2004)

• PCD: 5x114.3
• Wheel Sizes:
  
  • 15x6.5J ET +24
  • 16x7.5J ET +30
  • 17x8.0J ET +30
    
• Tyre Sizes:
  • 205/65R15
  • 225/55R16
• Performance (Cobra):
  • 255/45R17
• Centre Bore: 70.5 mm
• Torque Spec: 133 Nm

S197 Mustang (2005–2014)

• Wheel Sizes:
  
  • 17x7.0J ET +40
  • 18x8.0J ET +44
  • 19x9.0J ET +42
    
• Tyre Sizes:
  • 225/60R17 (base)
  • 235/50R18
  • 255/40R19
• GT / Performance:
  • 245/45R18
  • 255/40R19
• Shelby GT500:
  • Front: 255/40R19
  • Rear: 285/35R20
• Centre Bore: 70.5 mm
• Torque Spec: 135 Nm

S550 Mustang (2015–2023)

• Wheel Sizes:
  • 17x7.5J ET +37.5
  • 18x8.0J ET +40
  • 19x9.0J ET +45
  • 20x9.5J ET +42.5
• Tyre Sizes:
  • 235/55R17
  • 235/50R18
  • 255/40R19
  • 265/35R20
• GT:
  • Front: 255/40R19 19x9.0J ET +45
  • Rear: 275/40R19 19x9.5J ET +52.5
• Performance Pack:
  • Front: 255/40R19 19x9.0J ET +45
  • Rear: 275/40R19 19x9.5J ET +52.5
• Mach 1:
  • Front: 255/40R19 19x9.0J ET +45
  • Rear: 275/40R19 19x9.5J ET +52.5
• Shelby GT350:
  • Front: 305/30R19 19x10.5J ET +24
  • Rear: 315/30R19 19x11.0J ET +48
• Shelby GT500:
  • Front: 305/30R20 20x10.5J ET +24
  • Rear: 315/30R20 20x11.0J ET +48
• Centre Bore: 70.5 mm
• Torque Spec: 204 Nm

S650 Mustang (2024–Present)

• Wheel Sizes: Standard
  
  • 18x8.0J ET +40
  • 18x8.5J ET +42.5
• Tyre Sizes: Standard
  • 235/50R18
  • 255/50R18
• Wheel Sizes: GT
  
  • 19x8.5J ET +45
  • 19x9.5J ET +52.5
• Tyre Sizes: GT 
  • Front: 255/40R19
  • Rear: 275/40R19
• Wheel Sizes: Dark Horse
  
  • Front: 19x9.5J ET +40 or 19x10.5J ET +52.5
  • Rear: 19x10.0J ET +24 or 19x11.0J ET +52.5
• Tyre Sizes: Dark Horse
  • Front: 255/40R19 or 305/30R19
  • Rear: 275/40R19 or 315/30R19
• Centre Bore: 70.5 mm
• Torque Spec: 204Nm

Recommended Tyres for Ford Mustang

At Autosport Tyreworld, we recommend performance tyres based on how the Mustang is used:

Street Performance

• Continental MaxContact MC7
• Michelin Pilot Sport 5

High Performance / Track

• Continental SportContact 7
• Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
• Yokohama Advan AD09

Extreme / Track-Focused

• Michelin Cup 2
• Yokohama A052

Why Correct Fitment Matters

Incorrect tyre or wheel fitment can cause:

• Rubbing issues
• Speedometer inaccuracies
• Reduced handling performance
• Safety risks at high speed

Always match:

• Rolling diameter
• Load rating
• Speed rating

Available at Autosport Tyreworld

We supply and fit all Mustang tyre sizes across our three Adelaide locations:

Magill
647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072
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Wingfield
411 Grand Junction Road, Wingfield SA 5013
PH: 0433 645 411

Clarence Gardens
911 South Road, Clarence Gardens SA 5039
PH: 0420 299 911