5x120 vs 5x112 Wheel Adapters for Tesla Model 3 and Y

Quick answer

Choose the EVANNEX 5x120 64.1mm adapter if you want to mount Tesla Model S wheels on your Model 3 or Y. Choose the EVANNEX 5x112 adapter if you want to fit most Volkswagen wheels. Both adapt from the Tesla 5x114.3 pattern and come in 20mm, 25mm, or 30mm thickness.

What each adapter actually changes

Both adapters start with the Tesla 5x114.3 bolt pattern and convert it to a different wheel pattern. The 5x120 adapter targets 64.1mm hub bore wheels, which matches most Tesla Model S wheels. The 5x112 adapter targets a 57.1mm hub bore, the common size for many Volkswagen wheels. The hub bore number matters because the wheel must center on the adapter, not just bolt up.

Neither adapter changes your car’s suspension geometry beyond the spacer thickness you select. That thickness is the second variable: 20mm, 25mm, or 30mm. A thicker spacer pushes the wheel outward, which can improve clearance for wide wheels or change the stance, but it also increases load on wheel bearings and may require checking fender clearance.

The trade-off: wheel choice vs. simplicity

The 5x120 adapter opens up the Tesla Model S wheel catalog, which is useful if you want an OEM-plus look or a specific set of take-off wheels. The trade-off is that Model S wheels were designed for a different car, so offsets and tire sizes may not translate perfectly to a Model 3 or Y. You may need to verify clearance and accept a more custom setup.

The 5x112 adapter opens up the huge Volkswagen aftermarket, often with more affordable and readily available wheel options. The trade-off is that you are mixing brands, so you need to confirm the wheel’s hub bore is 57.1mm and that its offset works with the spacer thickness you choose. Neither adapter includes hub-centric rings, so the wheel’s bore must match the adapter’s bore exactly.

Fitment details that apply to both

Both EVANNEX adapters are sold as a set of two and include low-profile lug nuts. Some thicknesses require cavity-back wheels to fit around the stock wheel studs. That means the back of the wheel must have a recessed area between the lug holes; otherwise the studs can contact the wheel and prevent it from seating flat. Check your wheels for this cavity before ordering.

Both are custom-made/special-order items that ship in 4–8 weeks and are non-returnable. That makes pre-order measurement critical: confirm bolt pattern, hub bore, thickness, and wheel stud clearance before you commit. If you are unsure, test-fit with a cheap spacer or consult a wheel specialist first.

Trade-offs at a glance

• Wheel source: 5x120 adapter: Tesla Model S wheels. 5x112 adapter: most Volkswagen wheels. Decide which wheel catalog you want to shop before choosing an adapter.
• Hub bore match: 5x120 adapter uses a 64.1mm bore; 5x112 adapter uses a 57.1mm bore. The wheel’s bore must match exactly. Measure your wheel’s center bore, not just the bolt pattern.
• Spacer thickness: Both come in 20mm, 25mm, and 30mm. Thicker spacers push wheels outward and may require fender or suspension checks. Test-fit or measure clearance before ordering a custom, non-returnable set.
• Wheel stud clearance: Some thicknesses require cavity-back wheels to clear the stock wheel studs. Inspect the back of your wheels for recessed cavities between lug holes.

Product facts

• EVANNEX 5x112 Wheel Adapter for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y: Adapts the Tesla 5x114.3 bolt pattern to 5x112 with a 57.1mm hub bore to fit most Volkswagen wheels. This is the adapter to choose if you want VW aftermarket wheel options on your Model 3 or Y.

  

• EVANNEX 5x120 64.1mm Wheel Adapter for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y: Adapts the Tesla 5x114.3 bolt pattern to 5x120 with a 64.1mm hub bore to fit most Tesla Model S wheels. This is the adapter to choose if you want to run Model S wheels on your Model 3 or Y.

  

Which adapter fits your plan?

Best for

• Model 3 or Y owners who want to mount Tesla Model S wheels (5x120 adapter).
• Model 3 or Y owners who want to run most Volkswagen wheels (5x112 adapter).

Not for

• Owners who need a direct bolt-on wheel with no adapter or spacer.
• Anyone who cannot confirm wheel hub bore and stud clearance before a non-returnable custom order.