Touren Wheels Wheel brand
Touren Wheels
Touren is an aftermarket alloy wheel brand produced by The Wheel Group, an American distributor founded in 1969 and based in Ontario, California.
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History, reputation and uses
Touren is an aftermarket alloy wheel brand produced and distributed by The Wheel Group (TWG), an American company founded in 1969 and based in Ontario, California, which operates a network of sales and distribution centers across the United States and Canada. The Wheel Group was acquired by the investment firm Wynnchurch Capital in 2023. Touren occupies the entry-to-mid-range segment of the portfolio: the brand focuses on clean, versatile designs, broad coverage of sizes and bolt patterns, and affordable pricing rather than exclusivity or forged construction. It's a popular choice as a first set of aftermarket wheels or as a budget-friendly replacement set. Manufacturing relies mainly on one-piece monobloc low-pressure casting: molten aluminum is injected into the mold under controlled pressure, producing a sounder, more consistent structure than conventional gravity casting. According to the brand, these wheels are about 17% lighter than equivalent steel wheels, which reduces unsprung mass and improves handling and suspension response. The flow-formed series (the TF line, including the TF03) adds a flow-forming process that stretches and densifies the metal of the barrel: at the same diameter, the wheel is lighter and stronger than a standard cast wheel, for a moderate price premium. On the styling side, the catalog ranges from tight mesh to classic spoke designs by way of multi-spoke patterns, in common finishes such as gloss black, machined black, gunmetal, hyper silver, graphite and chrome. Bolt pattern coverage is very broad (from 4x100 up to 6-lug truck patterns), which makes the brand easy to fit on a wide variety of imported and North American vehicles. In short, Touren is neither an OEM original-equipment brand nor a replica: it's a mainstream aftermarket brand that aims for the right balance of style, weight and budget.
Recommended use: Touren is best suited to drivers looking for an affordable, versatile set of aftermarket wheels for everyday road driving. The cast models (TR60, TR9, TR76, TR22) target sedans, coupes, crossovers and compacts; the TR79, in 6-lug bolt patterns, is aimed at trucks and SUVs. The flow-formed series (TF03) is for those who want a lighter, stiffer barrel for moderate sport-road use without stepping up to forged wheels. These are not racing or extreme off-road wheels: they are style-oriented, everyday aftermarket wheels. Always verify diameter, width, offset, bolt pattern and center bore for your vehicle.
Technologies and manufacturing: Touren manufactures primarily by one-piece monobloc low-pressure casting: molten aluminum is injected under controlled pressure, which yields greater structural integrity than gravity casting. The brand advertises wheels about 17% lighter than steel, reducing unsprung mass. The TF line (TF03) additionally uses flow forming, which stretches and compacts the metal of the barrel for a lighter, stronger wheel at the same diameter, at a reasonable cost. The multiple finishes (paint, diamond/machined, hyper silver) also serve as protection. As with any alloy wheel, plan for compatible TPMS sensors and check brake caliper clearance.
Key takeaways
- Choix populaire pour budget et look rapide.
- Moins orientée performance pure.
Strengths
- Excellent value for money: aftermarket style at an accessible price.
- Very wide choice of bolt patterns and sizes, making fitment easy on many vehicles.
- One-piece monobloc low-pressure casting, sounder than gravity casting.
- Wheels noticeably lighter than steel (reduced unsprung mass).
- Flow-formed series (TF03) lighter and stiffer for a moderate price premium.
Points to check
- Entry-to-mid-range brand: no forged construction or premium finishes.
- Cast models heavier than an equivalent flow-formed or forged wheel.
- Choice of finishes sometimes limited depending on the model and size.
- Availability of sizes and colors varies by retailer and stock.
- For Quebec winters, the machined/chrome finish requires careful maintenance against salt and calcium.
Models & families
Touren Wheels wheel models
The TF03 (ref. 3503) is the flow-formed entry in this lineup: a split 5-spoke design with a cut notch detail on the lip and the TOUREN signature engraved between two spokes, supplied with a snap-in center cap bearing the brand's logo. It's offered in the popular 17, 18, and 20-inch sizes, in matte black or matte bronze finishes. Its technical highlight: the flow forming process stretches and densifies the metal of the barrel, producing a lighter and stronger wheel than a standard cast of the same diameter, at a reasonable price premium. The TF03 targets sedans, coupes, and crossovers whose owners want a modern look and a lightened barrel without stepping up to forged. For Quebec, the weight savings benefit handling and the suspension; confirm bolt pattern, offset, and center bore, plan for TPMS, and maintain the matte finish with gentle products to withstand road salt.
View the model profile TR22 couléeThe TR22 is a cast alloy wheel with a split-spoke design, where each spoke runs out to the outer lip to visually emphasize the wheel's diameter. One-piece monoblock construction provides strength and a weight savings over steel. It targets small and medium diameters, offered in 14x6, 15x7, 16x7, and 17x7 inches, with bolt patterns typical of small cars (4x100, 5x100, 5x105, 5x110, 5x112), generally in a gloss black finish. It's an economical choice ideal for compacts and subcompacts, including as a replacement set or a base for customization. For Quebec, the TR22's more modest diameters and a more generous-sidewall tire are actually advantageous on rough roads and as a second set mounted for winter; confirm the bolt pattern, offset, center bore, and load rating, and plan for TPMS sensors.
View the model profile TR60 couléeThe TR60 is one of Touren's most versatile cast models: a clean, contemporary multi-spoke design in one-piece monoblock alloy, designed to fit a very wide range of vehicles. It comes in 16x7, 17x7.5, 18x8, 19x8.5, and 20x8.5 inches, with exceptionally broad bolt-pattern coverage (from 4x100 up to 5x127), making it an easy choice for compacts, sedans, coupes, and crossovers, both imports and North American. Common finishes include gloss/machined black, matte black, matte gunmetal, and hyper silver, sometimes with a contrasting ring or accents. It's typically an affordable first aftermarket set to elevate style without extra cost. In Quebec, its wide range of bolt patterns simplifies fitment; for a summer set or daily use, confirm the offset and center bore, plan for TPMS sensors, and if you opt for the machined finish, take care with winter maintenance against salt.
View the model profile TR76 flow formedThe TR76 is a one-piece monoblock alloy wheel with a pronounced 10-spoke design, in a sport-elegant spirit that suits sedans, coupes, and crossovers well. It is offered in 17, 18, 19, and 20 inch diameters, with widths around 8 to 8.5 inches, most often in a gloss black finish. Its look, with fine, closely spaced spokes, gives the impression of a larger wheel and showcases the brake caliper. Built by casting, it's an accessible style model rather than a lightweight pure-performance wheel. For the Quebec market, check the bolt pattern, offset, and center bore specific to your vehicle, ensure caliper clearance, and plan for TPMS sensors. The gloss black finish is easy to maintain but remains sensitive to micro-scratches and road salt film: regular cleaning in winter preserves its appearance.
View the model profile TR79 flow formedThe TR79 is the truck- and SUV-oriented model in this Touren lineup: a one-piece cast monoblock wheel with pronounced spokes, built for heavier platforms. It's recognizable by its 6-lug bolt patterns (6x120, 6x135, and 6x139.7) that match North American and imported pickups and SUVs, in large diameters ranging from roughly 18x8.5 up to 22 inches, most often in gloss black. It's a rugged, affordable styling choice to give a truck or crossover a bold presence, without aiming at extreme off-roading. In Quebec, this kind of large-diameter wheel suits a work or utility vehicle well; keep in mind clearance for large brake calipers, a load rating matched to the vehicle's weight, the correct offset, and consider a more modest second set for winter to protect the finish from salt.
View the model profile TR9 style routeThe TR9 is a classic in the Touren catalog: a one-piece monoblock cast wheel, often offered in matte black, covering a particularly wide size range, from 16x7 up to 22x9 inches. Its very broad palette of bolt patterns (4x100, 5x100 to 5x130, and even 6x132) makes it compatible with a vast array of vehicles, from compacts to crossovers and certain SUVs. The understated, dark design makes it a go-anywhere choice for those who want an aggressive yet discreet look at a low price. It's a mainstream aftermarket style model, not a lightweight racing wheel. In Quebec, its availability in several bolt patterns makes fitment easy; always confirm the offset, center bore, and load rating for your vehicle, plan for TPMS, and note that matte black requires appropriate maintenance (gentle products) to withstand winter salt and calcium.
View the model profileTechnical
What to confirm for a compatible wheel
fitment
Point technique à valider selon le véhicule, l'usage, la dimension et les recommandations du fabricant.
entraxe
Le bolt pattern doit correspondre exactement au moyeu du véhicule. Une approximation rend la roue incompatible.
offset
Le déport détermine la position de la roue vers l'intérieur ou l'extérieur et influence le dégagement des ailes et des freins.
alésage central
Le center bore doit être compatible avec le moyeu ou corrigé avec des bagues de centrage adaptées.
indice de charge
La jante doit supporter la charge du véhicule, surtout pour VUS, camionnettes, remorques et usages commerciaux.
TPMS
Point technique à valider selon le véhicule, l'usage, la dimension et les recommandations du fabricant.