Nissan 200SX Tyre Size, Wheel Specs, PCD, Centre Bore & Torque Guide | Adelaide

Overview

The Nissan 200SX is one of the most iconic JDM sports platforms, based on the Silvia chassis and sold across multiple generations including S13, S14, and S15 (Australia).

Known for its rear-wheel-drive balance, turbo performance, and huge aftermarket support, the 200SX is extremely popular for street, track, and drift builds.

This guide covers:

• All factory tyre sizes
• Factory wheel specs
• PCD (bolt pattern)
• Centre bore
• Torque specs

Nissan 200SX Factory Tyre Sizes & Wheel Specs

S13 (1989–1994) – Early 200SX / CA18DET

Factory Wheel Specs

• Wheel Size: 15x6J
• Offset: +40
• PCD: 4x114.3
• Centre Bore: 66.1 mm

Factory Tyre Sizes

• 185/70R14
• 205/60R15

Notes

• Lightweight chassis, narrow OEM tyres
• Popular upgrade: 17x8 + 215/45R17
• Many of these cars have had hub conversions done and typically run a 5x114.3 stud pattern

S14 (1994–2000) – SR20DET

Factory Wheel Specs

• Wheel Size: 15x6J / 16x6.5J
• Offset: +40 to +45
• PCD: 5x114.3
• Centre Bore: 66.1 mm

Factory Tyre Sizes

• 205/60R15
• 205/55R16

Notes

• First 5-stud platform
• Wider track = better grip potential

S15 (1999–2002) – Final Generation (Australia)

Factory Wheel Specs

• Wheel Size: 16x6.5J (Spec S)
• Offset: +45
• PCD: 5x114.3
• Centre Bore: 66.1 mm

Factory Tyre Sizes

• 195/65R15
• 205/55R16
  

Nissan 200SX Bolt Pattern (PCD) Summary

Centre Bore (All Models)

• Centre Bore: 66.1 mm

This is consistent across S-chassis platforms, making wheel swaps easier between models.

Wheel Nut / Torque Specs

• Thread Size: M12 x 1.25
• Torque Spec: 98–118 Nm

✅ Recommended workshop setting:
👉 110 Nm (industry standard)

Popular Upgrade Tyre Sizes (Adelaide Fitment Guide)

Street Setup (Best Daily)

• 225/45R17
• 235/40R18

Performance / Track

• 235/40R17
• 245/40R17
• 255/35R18

Staggered Setup (RWD Performance)

• Front: 225/40R18
• Rear: 245/35R18

Common enthusiast setups include 17x8 / 17x9 with 215–235 tyres, balancing grip and drivability.

Fitment Tips (VERY IMPORTANT)

• S13 = easiest for drift setups (4-stud)
• S14/S15 = better for modern wheel compatibility (5-stud)
• Guard rolling required for aggressive offsets
• Coilovers often needed for 18” setups

Why Tyre Choice Matters for 200SX

• RWD = rear grip critical
• Turbo power = heat + wear
• Lightweight chassis = sensitive to tyre quality

👉 Recommended tyres:

• Daily: Comfort + wet grip
• Track: Semi-slick (AD09, RS4, CR-S, P1)
• Street performance: PS5, MC7, RS4

Adelaide Tyre & Wheel Fitment – Autosport Tyreworld

Looking to upgrade your Nissan 200SX wheels or tyres in Adelaide?

We supply & fit:

• Performance tyres
• JDM wheels (Rays, BBS, Advan, SSR)
• Track & street setups
• Alignment & suspension setup

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