Mazda MX-5 Miata: the short answer
The Mazda MX-5 Miata runs a 4×100 mm (4×3.94″) wheel bolt pattern — 4 studs on a 100 mm pitch circle. To swap wheels you need that same pattern plus a compatible center bore and offset.
Wheel fitment
Mazda MX-5 Miata bolt pattern
The Mazda MX-5 Miata bolt pattern is 4×100 mm (4×3.94″). It has changed across generations — see the table below.
Mazda MX-5 Miata
4x1004 lugs · 100 mm · 3.94″ PCD
| Years | Bolt pattern | In inches |
|---|---|---|
| 2006–2015 (NC) | 5x114.3 | 5×4.5″ |
| 2016–present (ND) | 4x100 | 4×3.94″ |
The only 5-lug Miata; shares the RX-8 pattern
Before you buy wheels
A matching bolt pattern is the first filter, not a green light. Check the hub center bore and the offset/backspacing, and make sure there's brake-caliper clearance. Confirm everything on the door-jamb sticker or manual.
Reference value for the Mazda MX-5 Miata; verify against your owner's manual.
Sources & verification
Source links and page assumptions reviewed .
- NHTSA: TireWise tire safety guidance — Official U.S. guidance on tire size, the Tire and Loading Information placard, load ratings, and maintenance.
FAQ
What is the Mazda MX-5 Miata bolt pattern?
The Mazda MX-5 Miata uses a 4×100 mm (4×3.94″) bolt pattern on its current generation (earlier generations differ — see the table). That's 4 lugs on a 100 mm (3.94″) pitch circle. Confirm against your door-jamb sticker before buying wheels.
Will wheels from another vehicle fit my MX-5 Miata?
Vehicles like the Honda Fit, Mitsubishi Mirage, Nissan Kicks share the 4x100 pattern, so their wheels are worth checking — but the bolt pattern is only the first match. You still need a compatible center bore and offset, so confirm those before buying.
What does 4x100 mean in inches?
4x100 is the same as 4×3.94″ — 100 mm converts to 3.94 inches.
The Mazda MX-5 Miata bolt pattern shown is a well-documented reference value. Confirm your exact bolt pattern, center bore, and offset against the door-jamb sticker or owner's manual before buying wheels. A shared bolt pattern does not by itself guarantee a wheel will fit.