Will 18x9.5 +40 wheels with 265-275 width tires fit a Toyota 86 / Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S (ZN6/ZC6, 2013-2020)?
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Short answer: Yes, with extra parts or work Reported
Verdict:Fits with mods Reported confidence (2 of 3) · 2 sources
Yes, with extra parts or work: 18x9.5 around +35 to +40 with 255-275 tires fits only with work: rolled or pulled fenders, extra negative camber, and often still a light rub.
Safety-critical part. This claim comes from community or vendor sources, not the vehicle or part manufacturer, so its confidence is capped at "Reported". Have the work done or checked by a qualified professional and confirm part numbers with the manufacturer.
| Part | 18x9.5 +40 wheels with 265-275 width tires |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | Toyota 86 / Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S (ZN6/ZC6, 2013-2020) |
| Years | 2013-2020 |
| Trim / condition | lowered cars with camber adjustment |
| Verdict | Fits with mods Fits with extra parts or work |
| Confidence | Reported 2 of 3 — Stated by one reasonably reputable source (retailer, shop, magazine). Not independently confirmed. |
| Last verified | 2026-10-26 (date the cited sources were last read) |
Details
18x9.5 around +35 to +40 with 255-275 tires fits only with work: rolled or pulled fenders, extra negative camber, and often still a light rub. One retailer's 18x9.5 +40 example with 265 front / 275 rear tires needed fender work and still rubbed slightly.
Specs
- bolt pattern: 5x100
- centerbore mm: 56.1
- size: 18x9.5
- offset mm: 40
- tire: 265/35R18 (example)
Other wheels fitment for the ZN6/ZC6
- OEM 2013-20 86 / BRZ / FR-S wheel (17x7 +48) — Specification Factory spec
- OEM 2017-20 BRZ Performance Package wheel (17x7.5 +48) — Specification Factory spec
- OEM late ZN6 18-inch wheel (18x7.5 +48: BRZ tS, 86 TRD SE / GT) — Specification Factory spec
- Factory wheel studs and lug nuts (M12x1.25, 60-degree cone seat) — Specification Factory spec
- Hub-centric rings to 56.1 mm (for aftermarket 5x100 wheels) — Reported to fit Fits
- 17x9 +35 wheels with 245/40R17 tires — Reported to fit Fits
This part on other generations
- Toyota GR86 / Subaru BRZ (ZN8/ZD8, 2022+) — Fits with extra parts or work Fits with mods
More for this car
- All Toyota 86 / Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S (ZN6/ZC6, 2013-2020) fitment answers · ZN6/ZC6 common problems
- Newsletter archive: past issues with every new and corrected entry
Sources
- Everything you need to know about BRZ/FR-S/GT86 wheel fitment — ThreePiece.us (wheel retailer blog) (vendor article; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
- Subaru BRZ Wheel Fitment Guide (2013-2020) — rimlist (wheel guide site with affiliate links) (editorial; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
Summaries are in our own words. Fitment is not guaranteed — disclaimer.
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