The 10 Best 15×7 Wheels in 2024
15×7 is an incredibly popular wheel size for many cars.
Found on a wide range of 80s and 90s cars including Honda Civics, Mazda Miatas, BMW E30s, Volkswagen Golfs and more, as well as many muscle cars, the 15×7 wheel size is very versatile and gives you a wide range of tire choices.
Perfect for performance, 15×7 wheels give you a good balance between width and light weight, making them perfect for track days and performance.
In the post, I’m going to give you some of the best 15×7 wheel options from the best wheel brands currently available.
What to Look For When Buying Wheels for Your Car
When buying wheels for your car, there are a couple of things you want to look for to make sure they are going to fit.
Firstly is diameter and width, but since we are only discussing 15×7 wheels in this post, you already know what those are.
The other two are stud pattern (also known as bolt pattern), center bore and offset.
Stud Pattern
The stud pattern, also called bolt pattern, is the measurement of the holes that the studs or bolts will go through to bolt onto the car.
Every car has a specific stud pattern, and you need to make sure that you get wheels with the right pattern to suit your car.
For most 15×7 wheels, excluding American cars, the stud pattern is going to be 4×100. This is extremely common and applies for many BMW E30s & E21s, Honda Civics, Volkswagen Golfs, Mazda Miatas and more.
However, some other common stud patterns include 4×114.3, 5×120, 5×114.3 and more.
Make sure you find out which stud pattern your car is before ordering your new set of wheels.
Center Bore
The center bore is the hole in the middle of the wheel between the bolt holes. If you get wheels with a smaller center bore than your car requires, you will not be able to physically mount them on your car, regardless of whether the stud pattern is right or not.
Most aftermarket wheels come with extra large center bores to accommodate all car models, and then you get center bore rings to fit with the wheels to make sure they are centered properly.
However, some wheels are made to fit a specific car model, and may have a center bore that is not suitable for your car. So make sure you check this before buying the wheels.
If you do get wheels with a too small center bore, it may be possible to machine it larger so that the wheels will fit. This depends on the wheel design, and you’ll need to check with a machine shop to see if they can do it.
Offset
The offset is the measurement which dictates how far in or out your wheels will sit compared to the car body.
If you get wheels with too low of an offset, they will stick out further. If you get wheels with too high of any offset, they will sit too far in and may hit the suspension components.
The best way to check if wheels of a certain offset will fit your car is to search online for that wheel size and offset and your car model. There are many resources online that have photos of cars with many different sizes of wheels showing if they will fit.
If you can’t find that, then asking of a forum or Facebook group related to the car model will usually get you an answer.
The Best 15×7 Aftermarket Rims
Once you know what specs you need for your new wheels, it’s time to decide on a set. Here are the best 15×7 wheels currently on the market.
Volk Racing TE37
An incredibly popular wheel choice, the TE37 was the first forged sports wheel and was initially made in the 15” size. It weight an amazingly low 3.7kg, thus the name TE37.
Since they were first released in 1996, these wheels have been made in Japan and have been fitted to a vast range of different vehicles all across the globe.
The TE37s come in a very wide range of size, offset and color options, ensuring that there is something for everyone. What makes them special is that they are light, strong and very durable, making them perfect for both street and track use.
If you are looking for performance based wheels for your car, the Volk TE37s are a fantastic choice.
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Enkei RPF1
Another incredibly popular and lightweight performance wheel, the Enkei RPF1 is a common sight at both the track and car shows.
These wheels were made for racing, with their twin spoke design achieving better stress dispersion on corners, during hard braking and extreme driving sessions.
What makes these wheels even more impressive is that they are not much more expensive than cheap wheels, making them a very popular option among car enthusiasts who want good quality lightweight wheels but are on a budget.
They come in a range of sizes, offsets and colors, so no matter what your car or your taste, there will be a set that fits your needs.
These are perfect for track builds as well as street cars.
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Enkei 92
If you are looking for a more classic looking wheel, the Enkei 92s are for you.
These wheels are a remake of a very popular wheel from the 80s and 90s, and quickly gained popularity when they were released a few years ago.
They are available in 15×7 as well as 15×8 sizes, in a few different offsets and a number of stud patterns, so they will fit most cars out there that fit this size wheel.
The Enkei 92s have proven to be very popular among both JDM cars such as the Honda Civic and Integra, as well as European cars like the VW Golf Mk2 and BMW E30.
Considering not many mesh wheel designs are still made, especially in 15” sizes (short of buying reps), these are a great option if you are wanting the old school mesh look.
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Work Equip 01
One of the original wheel designs released by Work in back in 1977, these wheels have been incredibly popular in JDM circles for decades.
Available in both 4×100 and 4×114 stud pattern, they fit a wide range of both Japanese and European cars and come in a range of offsets and widths ranging from 15×5 to 15×13. They can also be custom made by Work to fit your requirements.
They are a 3 piece wheel that features a polish lip with cut faces and black inserts. The bolts come in either black or gold color.
If you are going for the classic look on your car, there are few wheels that are as timeless as the Work Equip 01s.
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Work Equip 03
Another classic wheel from Work, the Equip 03s are another popular option with a slightly difference face design.
These feature a multi 8 spoke star design and are available in either a gold face or cut face with black inserts and a polished lip.
Also a 3 piece wheel, they come in both 4×100 and 4×114 stud pattern and are available in a wide range of offsets and sizes ranging from 15×6 to 15×13. Work will also custom make these to suit your requirements.
For another timeless wheel made by one of the best wheel manufacturers on the planet, you can’t go from with the Work Equip 03s.
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Advan RG-D2
Made by Yokohama, Advan wheels are designed for performance and are lightweight as well as durable. They are commonly found at track days and on racecars worldwide.
The RG-D2 wheels feature side cuts on the spokes for weight reduction and are designed to clear big brake setups, making them perfect for high performance cars.
The 15×7 version comes in 4×100 stud pattern with an offset of 42, and there are two choices of spoke concave profile – “Standard” and “GTR”.
Color wise there are four choices – Racing Hyper Black with machined lip, Gun Metallic with machined lip, Semi Glass Black and Champaign Gold with machined lip.
If you are looking for wheels for your track car, the Advan RG-D2s are a great choice.
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BBS RG-F
The BBS RG are another classic performance wheel with a timeless design.
These are a forged aluminium 1 piece wheel, designed for use on lightweight sports cars.
They feature BBS’ classic mesh face design, and a decent sized lip to give the wheel a bit of depth.
The 15×7 version comes in 4×100 stud pattern, with the option of either 42 or 33 offset. Silver is the standard color, however they are also available in Gold, Diamond Black and Blue Black with Diamond Cut lip.
If you are after performance and want a classic wheel design that is both lightweight and durable, these are a great option.
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Beyern Mesh
If you are looking for something a bit more flashy for your BMW, they Beyern Mesh wheels are one to consider.
Taking the classic mesh face design, these wheels come in either full chrome or a mirror cut lip that makes these wheels really stand out.
The 15×7 version comes in 4×100 with an offset of 27 and center bore of 57.1, designed to fit early BMW models such as the E30 and E21.
However, while they are designed for BMWs, they will fit any car with a 4×100 stud pattern and 57.1 center bore, such as early VW Golfs and some Honda Civics.
If you are looking for wheels for your street car to add a bit of class and style, these are a good option and aren’t very expensive either.
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American Racing Torq Thrust
A wheel choice for the muscle car enthusiasts, the American Racing Torque Thrust is a very popular wheel seen on many classic American cars.
These wheels are available in a few different design variations including the D and the II, which vary in depth and face diameter relative to the rim.
Their classic rounded 5 spoke design and deep dish lip is perfect for the muscle car look. Most variations come in either full chrome or black or grey face with machined lip.
These are a classic choice for any muscle car.
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BBS RS
While the BBS RS are no longer produced (at least in 15×7 wheel size), they are an incredibly popular wheel which I had to include on this list.
One of the most iconic wheels for all time, the BBS RS wheels get respect at car shows and are also an excellent lightweight option for the track, though not commonly used anymore due to their rarity and price.
Over the last 10 or so years these wheels have quickly shot up in value, with prices jumping 5-10x or more what they could once be bought for.
Now days if you want to buy a set, expect to pay a few thousand dollars.
They are a light 3 piece wheel with many aftermarket options for lips and barrels, center caps and bolts, allowing you to customize them and make them exactly how you like.
A number of cars had these as an option from factory in the 80s and 90s including BMWs, VW Golfs, Porsches, Mercedes, Corvettes, Ferraris, Nissans, Hondas, Toyotas and more.
If you want to buy a set, you are going to have to find them second-hand, but they can often be found on websites like Ebay and local car groups. You may also be lucky and stumble upon a set on an old car if you keep your eyes peeled.
Cars owned: Mk2 Golf with 1.8T swap, BMW E28 with M30B35 swap, BMW E36 328I Mtech, BMW 750IL, Nissan 300ZX, Honda Civic EF
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