Acura RL Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The Acura RL used 5x4.5" (5x114.3 mm) and 5x120 mm bolt pattern variations from 1996 to 2012 along with tire diameters ranging from 25.7" to 26.7" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicles with larger brake calipers and anti-lock brakes or traction control systems.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Acura RL years and options. In this case, 125/80R18 and 145/80R17 spare tire sizes are used to avoid vehicle components while closely matching the original tire size diameters. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Acura RL spare tire.
2009-2012 Acura RL Spare Tires
This generation of the Acura RL began in 2009 and was available through 2012. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Acura | RL | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2011 | Acura | RL | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2010 | Acura | RL | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2009 | Acura | RL | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
2005-2008 Acura RL Spare Tires
This generation of the Acura RL began in 2005 and was available through 2008. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including PAX Tire System versions.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Acura | RL | 5x120 mm | 26.6" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2007 | Acura | RL | 5x120 mm | 26.6" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2006 | Acura | RL | 5x120 mm | 26.6" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2005 | Acura | RL | 5x120 mm | 26.6" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
1996-2004 Acura RL Spare Tires
This generation of the Acura RL began in 1996 and was available through 2004. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Acura | RL | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 25.7" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2003 | Acura | RL | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 25.7" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2002 | Acura | RL | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 25.7" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2001 | Acura | RL | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 26.2" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 2000 | Acura | RL | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 26.2" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 1999 | Acura | RL | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 26.2" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 1998 | Acura | RL | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 26.2" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 1997 | Acura | RL | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 26.2" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 1996 | Acura | RL | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 26.2" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |