If you are wondering what the lug and bolt pattern on your Mustang’s model year is, let’s read on!
This article will cover the details of the lug and bolt pattern of Ford Mustang during the time period from 1964 to 2023.
1964 – 1973 Ford Mustang Lug And Bolt Pattern
1964 – 1973 Ford Mustang Specs:
Center Bore / Hub Bore
61.5 mm
Thread Size
1/2″ – 20 UNF
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
The early years between 1964 – 1973 of the Mustang featured a lug and bolt pattern of 4×4.5″ (4×114.3mm). This pattern means that the wheel has 4 lug holes and its pitch circle diameter measures 4.5 inches or 114.3 mm.
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
1964 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.5" (4x114.3mm)
1965 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.5" (4x114.3mm)
1966 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.5" (4x114.3mm)
1967 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.5" (4x114.3mm)
1968 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.5" (4x114.3mm)
1969 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.5" (4x114.3mm)
1970 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.5" (4x114.3mm)
1971 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.5" (4x114.3mm)
1972 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.5" (4x114.3mm)
1973 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.5" (4x114.3mm)
1974 – 1978 Ford Mustang Lug And Bolt Pattern
1974 – 1978 Ford Mustang Specs:
Center Bore / Hub Bore
63.4 mm
Thread Size
1/2″ – 20 UNF
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
As the Mustang transitioned to the 1970s, a minor yet significant shift occurred in the lug and bolt pattern.
The wheel features a 4×4.25″ (4x108mm) pattern, signifying that the wheel has 4 lugs with a PCD of 4.25 inches or 108 mm.
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
1974 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1975 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1976 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1977 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1978 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1979 – 1982 Ford Mustang Lug And Bolt Pattern
1979 – 1982 Ford Mustang Specs:
Center Bore / Hub Bore
63.4 mm
Thread Size
1/2″ – 20 UNF
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
Throughout this generation, the 1979 to 1982 Mustangs retained the 4×4.25″ (4x108mm) lug and bolt pattern.
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
1979 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1980 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1981 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1982 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1983 – 1986 Ford Mustang Lug And Bolt Pattern
1983 – 1986 Ford Mustang Specs:
Center Bore / Hub Bore
63.4 mm
Thread Size
1/2″ – 20 UNF
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
Once again, the lug and bolt pattern saw no alteration from 1983 to 1986, which was 4×4.25″ (4x108mm).
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
1983 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1984 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1985 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1986 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
However, there is a difference in the lug and bolt pattern of 1984 Mustang III Facelift 2.3T (174hp), 1985 Mustang III Facelift 2.3T (205hp) and 1986 Mustang III Facelift 2.3T (205hp):
Center Bore / Hub Bore
70.5 mm
Thread Size
1/2″ – 20 UNF
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
1984 Ford Mustang III Facelift 2.3T (174hp)
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
1985 Ford Mustang III Facelift 2.3T (205hp)
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
1986 Ford Mustang III Facelift 2.3T (205hp)
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
1987 – 1993 Ford Mustang Lug And Bolt Pattern
1987 – 1993 Ford Mustang Specs:
Center Bore / Hub Bore
63.4 mm
Thread Size
1/2″ – 20 UNF
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
The Mustang lug and bolt pattern between 1987 and 1993 maintained its 4×4.25″ (4x108mm) configuration. The consistency in lug patterns allowed drivers to maintain the original look while enjoying enhancements under the hood.
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
1987 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1988 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1989 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1990 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1991 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1992 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1993 Ford Mustang
4
4x4.25" (4x108mm)
1994 – 1998 Ford Mustang Lug And Bolt Pattern
1994 – 1998 Ford Mustang Specs:
Center Bore / Hub Bore
70.5 mm
Thread Size
1/2″ – 20 UNF
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
The Ford Mustang between 1994 and 1998 saw a shift in the bolt pattern, changing to 5×4.5″ (5×114.3mm).
Specifically, this alteration means that the wheel has 5 lugs with a PCD of 4.5 inches or 114.3 mm, offering increased stability and performance possibilities.
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
1994 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
1995 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
1996 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
1997 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
1998 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
1999 – 2004 Ford Mustang Lug And Bolt Pattern
1999 – 2004 Ford Mustang Specs:
Center Bore / Hub Bore
70.5 mm
Thread Size
1/2″ – 20 UNF
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
The 5×4.5″ (5×114.3mm) lug and bolt pattern remained constant in the period between 1999 and 2004, signifying the wheel of 5 lugs and a PCD of 4.5 inches or 114.3 mm.
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
1999 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2000 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2001 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2002 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2002 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2004 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2005 – 2009 Ford Mustang Lug And Bolt Pattern
2005 – 2009 Ford Mustang Specs:
Center Bore / Hub Bore
70.5 mm
Thread Size
1/2″ – 20 UNF
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
The bolt pattern of Ford Mustang from 2005 to 2009 stayed unchanged compared to the previous period. In other words, the wheel still has 5 lug holes and the diameter through the lug hole is 4.5 inches or 114.3 mm.
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
2005 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2006 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2007 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2008 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2009 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2010 – 2014 Ford Mustang Lug And Bolt Pattern
2010 – 2014 Ford Mustang Specs:
Center Bore / Hub Bore
70.5 mm
Thread Size
1/2″ – 20 UNF
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
Stability remained key as the 2010 to 2014 Mustangs maintained the 5×4.5″ (5×114.3mm) lug and bolt pattern.
While the pattern didn’t change, these years witnessed further technological advancements and refined aesthetics.
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
2010 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2011 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2012 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2013 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2014 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2015 – 2017 Ford Mustang Lug And Bolt Pattern
2015 – 2017 Ford Mustang Specs:
Center Bore / Hub Bore
70.5 mm
Thread Size
M14 x 1.5
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
The lug and bolt pattern persisted at 4×4.25″ (4x108mm) for these years, staying consistent with the previous generation.
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
2015 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2016 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2017 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2018 – 2023 Ford Mustang Lug And Bolt Pattern
2018 – 2023 Ford Mustang Specs:
Center Bore / Hub Bore
70.5 mm
Thread Size
M14 x 1.5
Wheel Fasteners
Lug nuts
As the Mustang journeyed into the present day, the 5×4.5″ (5×114.3mm) lug and bolt pattern remained consistent.
Year/Make/Model
Lug Pattern
Bolt Pattern
2018 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2019 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2020 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2021 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2022 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
2023 Ford Mustang
5
5x4.5" (5x114.3mm)
Conclusion
Here is a rundown on the lug and bolt pattern on the Ford Mustang through all generations:
I’m Mark Johnson – the chief editor of tiresglobe.com. With my 8-year experience working with a variety of tires in my garage, I wrote this blog to share my knowledge and expertise in this field.
