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HIR2 bulb: which cars use it and which one to buy

Everything about the HIR2 bulb: base, wattage, equivalent sizes, which cars use it and the best ones in stock today.

By LuzCoche Team Updated ⏱ 3 min read
Base
PX22d
Wattage
55 W
Voltage
12 V
Type
Halogen headlight
Also sold as
9012
Cars in our database
5

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⚡ The best HIR2 bulbs in stock

Stock checked on October 6, 2026
Top ratedSEALIGHT 9012 Bulbs, 50,000LM 8X Brightness 9012 Light…
SEALIGHT 9012 Bulbs, 50,000LM 8X Brightness 9012 Light… 8.9 LuzCoche score: 8.9 out of 10 Check price
Best sellerSEALIGHT 9012 Bulbs, 50000LM 900% Brighter HIR2…
SEALIGHT 9012 Bulbs, 50000LM 900% Brighter HIR2… 8.9 LuzCoche score: 8.9 out of 10 Check price
Best value per bulb9012 Halogen Headlight Bulb, 12V 55W Standard Halogen…
9012 Halogen Headlight Bulb, 12V 55W Standard Halogen… 8.5 LuzCoche score: 8.5 out of 10 Check price

The best HIR2 bulbs in stock

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Cars that use a HIR2 bulb

Cars in our database that use the HIR2, and the position it goes in:

Chevrolet · 2 models

Chrysler · 1 models

Ford · 1 models

GMC · 1 models

Which HIR2 to buy: standard, brighter or long life

  • Standard: the OEM-equivalent replacement. The cheapest option and the longest lasting.
  • Brighter (+100% to +200%): they throw more light, farther down the road (Philips RacingVision, Sylvania SilverStar ultra, Osram Night Breaker…). They last a bit less: replace them in pairs.
  • Long life: made for high-mileage drivers or headlights that are hard to get to (Philips LongLife, Sylvania Basic, Osram Ultra Life).
  • Whiter light: a cooler, xenon-like tone that stays street legal. They give up a little performance in rain and fog.

Before switching to LED, check which LED headlight bulbs are street legal and under what conditions.

Halogen headlight bulbs

Frequently asked questions

What is a HIR2 bulb?+

The HIR2 is a 55 W, 12 V automotive bulb with a PX22d base. It’s also sold as 9012.

Is the HIR2 the same as the PSX24W?+

No. Even if they look alike, each size has a different base (PX22d on the HIR2) and won’t fit another size’s socket. Always buy the exact size your car takes.

What vehicles use a HIR2 bulb?+

Among others, the Chevrolet Equinox 3rd gen, Chevrolet Impala 10th gen, Chrysler 300 LD, Ford Edge 1st gen facelift and GMC Acadia 1st gen facelift. The full list, with the position each one uses it for, is on this page.

Can I replace a HIR2 with an LED?+

Not in a headlight designed for halogen bulbs: in the US, LED retrofit bulbs in halogen headlamp housings are not DOT / FMVSS 108 compliant for on-road use and can cause glare or issues at a state inspection. For more light, choose a high-performance halogen.

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