Front, 18", Profile 2, 5 Lugs, Anthracite- Rear, 18", Profile 2, 5 Lugs, Anthracite
Honda 7th Gen Civic Wheels
Lightweight forged & flow formed Apex wheels for your 2004-2005 7th Gen Honda Civic.
2/2 Designs
Forged Touring line
Flow Formed Evolution line
Finish: Anthracite
Front wheel requires 73.1mm to 64.1mm centering ring
Rear wheel requires 73.1mm to 64.1mm centering ring
Overview
Honda 7th Gen Civic Wheel Performance
The 7th Gen Civic is mostly known as an extremely reliable commuter car that can survive on non-existent amounts of engine oil and still put over 300,000 miles on the odometer. Naturally from a performance standpoint, that sort of vehicle leaves a lot of room for improvement when it comes to wheels and tires. For those looking to maximise grip, our 17x9” Flow Formed VS-5 and Forged ML-10RT wheels are a popular option among street drivers and track rats alike. Check out our Honda 7th Gen Civic Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide to find the perfect setup for your 7th Gen Civic.
History of the 7th Gen Civic
The 7th Gen Honda Civic is a particularly quiet one when it comes to enthusiast popularity. While in overseas markets, a version with the Type-R badge housed a screaming K20 engine that revved to 8000RPM with ease, the U.S. versions were much more sedate. The 7th Gen Civic maintained the legendary Honda simplicity and reliability while also adding in early hybrid models for those who wanted to dip their toes in while the tech was still new. For the performance hungry among us, there is an EP3 Civic Si that boasts its own, slightly more mild version of the K20 engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. Despite not being quite as hot as a Type-R or as lively as the previous generation Civic Si, the 7th Gen Civic still provided a ton of thrills and the aftermarket took to it as it does with every spicy Civic.
Debuting in the U.S. for the 2001 model year, the 7th Gen Civic mostly came in 4-lug configurations in the U.S., even the Civic Si. However for the 2004 and 2005 models, the Civic Si was promoted to the 5-lug bolt pattern that would carry forward into future generations. The EP3 Civic Si specifically shares a lot of components with the 7th Generation Civic Type-R and Acura RSX models, so for those who like to apply quality OEM upgrades to their cars, the Si model is the best starting point as a platform.
If you’re interested in learning more about what makes the 7th Gen Civic Si a hot hatch to look out for, check out this article: Car & Driver: Honda Civic Si First Drive
Why We Like This Car
The 7th Gen Honda Civic is one of the best cars at doing anything you want it to do. From reliable street car to ripping track toy and everything in between, these cars can be built to do it and then some. The cargo space of the Civic Si hatch can handle a full set of track wheels and tools, perfect for those who like to drive their track cars to the track and back.
Whether you’re looking for improved performance or a new aesthetic for your vehicle, our wide selection of 7th Gen Civic Wheels has got you covered.
VS-5 Specifications
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Iconic 5-spoke Design
The VS-5 brings the aggressive look of our iconic forged VS-5RS to a flow-formed wheel. At a fraction of the price of its forged sibling, VS-5 punches well above its weight and maximizes the performance potential of a flow-formed wheel. With nearly two decades of experience perfecting track-ready flow-formed wheels, we engineered the VS-5 to deliver Real Performance at an unbeatable value.
Pushing the Boundaries of Flow-Formed Manufacturing
With a strength-to-weight ratio and features typically reserved for forged wheels, the VS-5 pushes the boundaries of flow-formed manufacturing to the max. Weighing only ~2-2.5 lbs more than its forged sibling, the VS-5 isn’t just a top tier option in the flow-formed space, it’s a wheel we consider the last step in performance before leveling up to a forged design.
The Flow Form Advantage
Flow-forming enables us to create high performance wheels without the price premium of forging. It improves the mechanical properties and grain structure of the barrel, increasing its strength and stiffness, which allows us to use less material and reduce weight. Thanks to our superior engineering, our flow-formed wheels have a higher load rating than some competitors' forged wheels.
Side-Milled Spokes
A critical part of VS-5’s remarkable weight-savings, side-milled spokes also help with its stunning looks. The VS-5 features advanced side-milled spokes that have any excess material that doesn’t add strength removed from the sides of the spokes via precision CNC ball cutter. This process is often deemed cost-prohibitive by others, but for performance without compromise, we believe it's essential.
Bigger, Tougher Inner Lip
The inner lip is the most vulnerable part of a wheel because it has no spokes for support. Our flow-formed Evolution Line adds more material to this vulnerable area as an added layer of protection against impact from track berms, potholes, and whatever else the road may throw at you.
Maximizing Concavity
We use the deepest concave face profiles we can for every application. The VS-5 utilizes 3 unique profiles to deliver the deepest concave face possible, helping to reduce weight and provide a stunningly aggressive appearance, while factoring in critical clearances like brake calipers.
Big Brake Clearance
Big brakes often require bigger, heavier, more expensive wheels, which aren’t ideal for performance. Leveraging our expansive library of 3D brake scans, VS-5’s spoke profiles are specifically designed around critical OE and aftermarket brake calipers. Additionally, Apex flow-formed wheels are designed with a unique 0-degree draft barrel for maximum caliper barrel clearance.
Weight Optimized
We conducted extensive Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to reinforce high-stress areas and remove any extra material where it didn’t improve strength. The result is a wheel that is exceptionally light without the strength compromises typically found on lightweight wheels.²
Built for Impact Sockets
Track wheels require track tools. Don’t settle for wheels that require undersized tuner lugs or thin walled sockets. All Apex wheels accommodate over-sized race lugs and impact sockets to make swapping wheels lightning fast.
32mm
Socket Diameter Clearance
Finishing Touches
The VS-5 is finished using a multi-stage liquid paint over a powder coated base coat. This coating process leaves lug holes, center bores and mounting pads untouched, which ensures proper fit and torque values.
JWL and Beyond
All Apex Flow Formed wheels meet or meaningfully exceed JWL load rating requirements. Some manufacturers don't meet the minimum requirements, yet still claim to be compliant. Always compare load ratings to ensure you aren’t sacrificing critical strength for a slightly lighter wheel.
Additional features
Hub Centric
VS-5 wheels are purpose built for select vehicle applications. Very few applications require centering rings.
Center Caps
All Apex wheels come with our gloss black cap included. Unlike its forged counterpart, the VS-5 has limited OE cap support. However, we also offer additional colors for select fitments.
Wheel Hardware
Apex wheels can be used with all OEM mounting hardware, proper aftermarket hardware and most wheel spacers. Wheel locks and stud conversion kits also work perfectly.
TPMS
All Apex wheels accept OEM and aftermarket Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors and standard fit valve stems. If you don’t have sensors, then select from our metal stems available in multiple finishes.
Accessories
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A Wheel You Can Depend On
Accidental Damage Replacement
Curb rash or pothole damage on the street? Make an oopsie at the track? We’ve all been there. Apex is proud to offer 50% off replacement wheels, no matter the damage.
Lifetime Warranty
All Apex wheels come with a lifetime structural warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, plus a 1 year finish warranty. Exchanges are fast, easy, and hassle-free.
Footnotes
¹ All wheels compared with equivalent 18x10” ET25 5x120mm / 72.56mm fitment. Price displayed based on MSRP as of 5/16/2025.
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