Mitsubishi Lancer Wheels and Rims

Mitsubishi Lancer Aftermarket Wheel Fitment

The Mitsubishi Lancer ran in the U.S. from 2002 through 2017 across the 8th and 9th generations. Element Wheels measures fitment on the Lancer across every trim and generation we have sold wheels for: the 8th gen Lancer ES (2003-2005), Lancer LS (2002-2007), Lancer OZ Rally (2002-2007), and Lancer Ralliart (2002-2006), then the 9th gen Lancer sedan and Sportback (2008-2017). The Lancer is one of the trickier Mitsubishis to shop wheels for because the bolt pattern changes by trim within the same generation. The 2003-2005 Lancer ES is the only 4x100 Lancer in our catalog. The 8th gen LS, OZ Rally, and Ralliart use 4x114.3. The 9th gen 2008-2017 Lancer moved to 5x114.3 across the board. Hub bore also shifts by trim: 56.1mm on the base ES/LS, 67.1mm on the OZ Rally, Ralliart, and the 2008-2017 generation. The Lancer Evolution (VIII, IX, and X) lives on its own dedicated parent hub because the Evo runs a meaningfully different aftermarket window. Pick the row that matches your trim and year below.

Find Your Mitsubishi Lancer Trim and Generation

Pick your trim and year range to see wheels and rims that fit your specific Lancer. The 8th gen Lancer (2002-2007) splits into three bolt patterns depending on trim, which is unusual for a single generation. The 9th gen Lancer (2008-2017) is consistent on 5x114.3 across the lineup. The Lancer Evolution lives on a separate hub.

The Mitsubishi Lancer Bolt Pattern

The Lancer is the rare car where bolt pattern depends on trim within the same generation. The 2003-2005 Lancer ES is the only 4x100 Lancer in our catalog. The 2002-2007 Lancer LS and OZ Rally run 4x114.3 (also written 4x4.5 imperial, because 114.3mm = 4.5 inches exactly). The 2002-2006 Lancer Ralliart runs 4x114.3 on the same 4 lug Mitsubishi spec. The 9th gen 2008-2017 Lancer moved the entire lineup to 5x114.3 (5x4.5 imperial). The pattern stayed 5x114.3 through the end of U.S. production in 2017.

Hub bore is the second variable that changes by trim. The base 2002-2007 ES and LS run a 56.1mm hub bore. The OZ Rally, Ralliart, and the 9th gen 2008-2017 Lancer move up to a 67.1mm hub bore, which is the long running Mitsubishi platform spec also used on the Eclipse, the Galant, the Outlander, the 3000GT, and the Evolution. Lug thread is M12x1.5 across every Lancer trim and year. Important distinction: 5x114.3 is NOT the same as 5x115. The two patterns sit only about 0.7mm apart and look interchangeable on a spec sheet, but running a 5x115 wheel on a 5x114.3 hub stresses the wheel studs and is a safety concern. The 9th gen Lancer is 5x114.3 specifically.

The Lancer Evolution lives on a separate hub. The Evo VIII, IX, and X all run 5x114.3 on a 67.1mm hub bore but the aftermarket window is wider and lower offset because the Evo runs deeper concave fitments off the showroom. See the Lancer Evolution wheels and rims hub for the Evo catalog. Compare across the rest of the Mitsubishi lineup at our Mitsubishi wheels and rims hub.

Trim Differences Across the Mitsubishi Lancer

The 8th gen Lancer (2002-2007) has five fitment rows because Mitsubishi varied the bolt pattern, hub bore, and rolling stock across trims. The 9th gen Lancer (2008-2017) consolidated to one wheel interface across the lineup. Square fitment (same diameter and width front and rear) is the default across every Lancer trim, which makes wheel shopping straightforward once you have the right trim row.

Lancers buy custom wheels for two reasons. Looks first, especially on the 9th gen which gets paired with the aggressive Lancer Evolution body language even on the base sedan. Performance second, where the move is usually a wider, lighter wheel that improves steering response. Stagger is not the move on the Lancer. The car is front wheel drive on most trims and built for square fitment.

Every wheel we recommend is backed by our Fitment Guarantee. If a wheel does not fit, we pick up the wheels and refund 100 percent. No risk to you.

How We Confirm Fitment on Mitsubishi Lancer Wheels

Element Wheels measures fitment on the Lancer directly across every trim row in our catalog. For the Lancer that means hub bore confirmation at 56.1mm on the base ES and LS or 67.1mm on the OZ Rally, Ralliart, and 9th gen, clearance from the wheel to the fender, gap between the back of the wheel and the front strut, brake caliper height at the standard Mitsubishi spec, lug seat depth, and lug thread confirmation at M12x1.5. At our fitment facility in Chandler, Arizona, the Element Wheels team measures directly on the physical platforms we support. We don't pull these from manufacturer spec sheets the way most retailers do.

Mitsubishi Lancer Wheels and Rims FAQ

Get Mitsubishi Lancer Wheels Right the First Time

Pick your trim and year above to see wheels and rims that fit. We measure across every Lancer trim from the 2002-2007 ES, LS, OZ Rally, and Ralliart through the 2008-2017 9th gen sedan and Sportback. Find your fit and start enjoying your build sooner.