What is the lug nut torque for a Hyundai?

It depends on the model: Hyundai Elantra — 65–80 ft·lbs (88–108 N·m); Hyundai Tucson — 79–94 ft·lbs (107–127 N·m); Hyundai Santa Fe — 79–94 ft·lbs (107–127 N·m); Hyundai Sonata — 65–80 ft·lbs (88–108 N·m); Hyundai Kona — 65–80 ft·lbs (88–108 N·m).

What size socket do Hyundai lug nuts need?

Hyundai models on this page use 21 mm. Always use a six-point socket; a twelve-point rounds the flats.

Do all Hyundai models use the same bolt pattern?

No. Hyundai models on this page use 5×114.3. Bolt pattern must match exactly for a wheel to fit.

Hyundai Lug Nut Torque Specs by Model — 72–86 ft·lbs

Model	ft·lbs	N·m	Pattern	Thread	Socket
Elantra	65–80	88–108	5×114.3	M12×1.5	21 mm
Tucson	79–94	107–127	5×114.3	M12×1.5	21 mm
Santa Fe	79–94	107–127	5×114.3	M12×1.5	21 mm
Sonata	65–80	88–108	5×114.3	M12×1.5	21 mm
Kona	65–80	88–108	5×114.3	M12×1.5	21 mm
Palisade	79–94	107–127	5×114.3	M12×1.5	21 mm

How Hyundai Wheel Torque Works

Hyundai publishes wheel nut torque as a range rather than a single figure. Compact cars run 65–80 ft·lbs; mid-size SUVs run 79–94 ft·lbs. All use M12×1.5 studs with a 21 mm socket. Aim for the middle of the range.

Tightening Any Hyundai Wheel

Star sequence, always. Never work around the wheel in a circle. Five-lug wheels go 1 → 3 → 5 → 2 → 4; six-lug wheels go 1 → 4 → 2 → 5 → 3 → 6; eight-lug wheels go 1 → 5 → 3 → 7 → 2 → 6 → 4 → 8.

Two passes. Snug everything to about half spec first, then bring each lug nut to full torque in the same order.

Dry threads. Hyundai publishes these figures for clean, dry threads. Lubricant at the same wrench setting produces far more clamp load than intended.

Re-torque after 50–100 miles. This matters most on alloy wheels and after any wheel-off service.

These are reference values for the generations listed on each model page. Trim levels with different wheel packages, and any vehicle fitted with aftermarket wheels, can differ — confirm against your own owner's manual. Full lug nut torque guide →