Bentley Continental wheels: bolt pattern, centre bore and fitment by generation
Which Continental do you have?
| Model | Built | Bolt pattern (PCD) | Centre bore |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continental GT, first generation ("MK1") | 2003–2011 | 5x112 | 57.1 mm |
| Continental GT, second generation ("MK2") | 2011–2018 | 5x112 | 57.1 mm |
| Continental GT, third generation ("MK3") | 2018–2024 | 5x130 | 71.6 mm |
| Continental GT, fourth generation | 2024 on | 5x130 | 71.6 mm |
| Continental Flying Spur (first Flying Spur) | 2005–2013 | 5x112 | 57.1 mm |
| Flying Spur, second generation | 2013–2019 | 5x112 | 57.1 mm |
| Flying Spur, third generation | 2019 on | 5x130 | 71.6 mm |
The Flying Spur is the four-door saloon version of the Continental, and the GTC is the convertible Continental GT, so check their generation the same way. All of these use wheel bolts with an M14 x 1.5 thread.
Generations overlap in the changeover years: a 2018 Continental GT or a 2019 Flying Spur can be either pattern. The centre bore is the quickest check. A wheel made for a 57.1 mm hub will not fit over a 71.6 mm hub, and 5x112 and 5x130 wheels are not interchangeable.
What the current listings say
The table reads each listing title for the years, generation, position and part number the seller states. It is rebuilt every time the listings are checked.
Titles that also name the Bentayga are claiming shared fitment. The Bentayga uses a 5x130 pattern, like the newer Continentals, so it cannot share wheels with a 2003–2017 Continental. Between 5x130 cars, width, offset and load rating still have to match.
Sets, single rims, split rims and caps
- Sets of four: often sold with tyres. Check the tyre size, tread depth and the age code on the sidewall as well as the wheels.
- Single rims: must match the width (J) and offset (ET) of the wheel they replace. Some wheel packages use wider rear wheels than fronts, so match the axle as well.
- Multi-piece (split-rim) wheels: check the condition of the joins and the bolts that hold the sections together.
- Centre caps and hub caps: sold by diameter and clip style. Measure your old cap or the recess in the wheel.
- Aftermarket wheels: check the load rating as well as the bolt pattern, centre bore and offset. A wheel with a larger bore needs a hub-centric ring that fits your hub.
Signs a wheel needs attention
- Vibration through the steering at speed, especially after hitting a kerb or pothole
- A tyre that keeps losing pressure, from a cracked rim, a corroded bead seat or a failing valve
- Visible cracks, buckles or deep kerb damage on the rim
- A tyre pressure warning after fitting different wheels
A tyre specialist can check whether a wheel is bent or cracked before you replace it.
Before you buy
- Generation and bolt pattern: 5x112 or 5x130, from the table above.
- Size: diameter, width (J) and offset (ET), front and rear.
- Centre bore: 57.1 mm or 71.6 mm, or the right hub-centric rings for an aftermarket wheel.
- Tyre pressure sensors: whether they are included, and whether they need setting up for your car.
- Condition: refurbished, repaired or straightened, and the age and tread of any tyres.
- Part number: where a listing gives one, compare it with the number on your old wheel or with a Bentley dealer.
Fitting
Use wheel bolts with the right seat type and length for the wheel, tighten them in a star pattern to the torque in your handbook or workshop data, and check them again after a short drive. Have the wheels balanced and any tyre pressure sensors checked. If you are not sure, use a tyre specialist.
FAQ
Do wheels from a 2010 Continental GT fit a 2019 Continental GT?
No. The first and second generation Continental GT (2003–2018) use a 5x112 pattern with a 57.1 mm centre bore. The third generation, from 2018, uses 5x130 with a 71.6 mm bore.
Do Bentayga wheels fit a Bentley Continental?
Not a 2003–2017 Continental. The Bentayga uses a 5x130 pattern, the same as the 2018-on Continental GT and 2019-on Flying Spur. Even on those cars, the width, offset and load rating must also match, so confirm with the seller.
What size centre cap do I need?
Centre caps are sold by diameter and clip style. Measure your old cap or the recess in the wheel and compare it with the listing.
Do I need new tyre pressure sensors with different wheels?
If your car has tyre pressure monitoring, the sensors sit inside the wheels. Ask whether a listing includes sensors and whether they will need to be set up for your car.
Related Bentley Continental parts
Sources
- Tire & Wheel Guide: 2010 Bentley Continental GT (first generation) wheel specifications
- Tire & Wheel Guide: 2018 Bentley Continental GT (second and third generation) wheel specifications
- Tire & Wheel Guide: 2025 Bentley Continental GT (fourth generation) wheel specifications
- Tire & Wheel Guide: 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur wheel specifications
- Tire & Wheel Guide: 2015 Bentley Flying Spur (second generation) wheel specifications
- Tire & Wheel Guide: 2020 Bentley Flying Spur (third generation) wheel specifications
- Tire & Wheel Guide: 2020 Bentley Bentayga wheel specifications
- Wikipedia: Bentley Flying Spur (2005)