The 2017-2025 Tesla Model 3 spacers are one of the easiest and quickest modifications. Ever since the first RWD version of the Model 3, Tesla enthusiasts everywhere have been modding these electric cars and giving out many cool unique looks. By looking deeply into the OEM wheels and spacer fitments, you’ll quickly find the best Tesla Model 3 spacer size.
From track days to daily driving, there are many options of wheel spacers for Tesla Model 3 Standard Range, Long Range, and Performance wheel fitment. Suppose you’re totally new to diameter, width, offset, and backspacing. In that case, reading this bolt pattern (PCD), center bore (CB), wheel offset, and general wheel spacer fitment guide is highly recommended.
The 2017-2025 Tesla Model 3 spacer factory wheel sizing:
- Flush wheel spacer size: front 15mm to 18mm / rear 18mm to 25mm
- Bolt pattern (PCD): 5×114.3mm
- Center bore (CB): 64.1mm
- Lug nut spec: M14x1.5mm
What is the Bolt Pattern on a 2017-2025 Tesla Model 3 Performance / SR / SR+ / MR / LR?
Generally, the bolt pattern on a 2017-2025 Tesla Model 3 Performance / SR / SR+ / MR / LR is 5×114.3mm. Whether you’re looking for new offset wheels or want to update with wheel spacers, knowing the bolt pattern is the first step. Sometimes, the Tesla Model 3 spacers use the wheel hub’s center bore as an extra-secure mounting surface to help keep the spacers and wheels centered during installation. These wheel spacers are called hub-centric spacers.
What is the Torque Spec of a Tesla Model 3 Spacer?
The REFERENCE torque spec of Tesla Model 3 spacers would be 103.5 Ft-lb (140NM) (always inquire with a tire expert before operating). Quality wheel spacers are exactly safe but only if you install them properly. A star pattern is used when torquing the lug nuts in the correct order to ensure equal amounts of force on each side. It is recommended to have the wheel lug nuts retorqued after driving 50-100km.
What is the Best Offset for Tesla Model 3?
The OEM Tesla Model 3 wheels come in 18″, 19″, and 20″ diameters, +34, +35, +38, and +40 wheel offset. Generally speaking, A 15mm Tesla Model 3 spacer is approximately 15mm offset. If you get a +45mm offset rim, then 15mm spacers change the offset to +30mm (45mm – 15mm = 30mm). The wheels will stick out about 15mm correspondingly. This is effective in achieving an aggressive fitment.
It will surely be best if a spacer can solve the rubbing problem while providing more advantages. For example, BONOSS forged active cooling Tesla Model 3 spacers come with an active cooling function. Distributed in petal shape, these heat dissipation grooves allow the external cold air to flow continuously inside the wheel spacer when rotating. The air takes away the heat, so it achieves the purpose of actively dissipating heat for the braking system. This is good for improving driving safety.
Are Spacers Good for Tesla Model 3 Aero Wheels?
If you just space the tires out a few millimeters with Tesla Model 3 wheel spacers, there will be a slight change in aerodynamics. Therefore, installing wheel spacers won’t be bad for your aero wheels. Conversely, they make your electric car perform better. Always choose hub-centric wheel spacers. Good hub-centric Tesla Model 3 wheel spacers designed for the race track require specific load requirements.
For example, BONOSS forged active cooling Tesla Model 3 wheel spacers come with multi-stage hub-centric rings. The hub-centric metal ring is machined to be multi-layers, and the bevels fit the corresponding hub flange perfectly. This design is effective in eliminating the vibration of wheels. Thanks to actual measurement data from our professionals, these BONOSS forged active cooling hub-centric Tesla Model 3 wheel spacers are vehicle-specific. This means they are made according to your vehicle specification, so you are worry-free about vibration issues.
