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Lexus RX tire upsize & plus-size guide

Every safe upsize, plus-size, wider, and winter-narrower option for the Lexus RX; covering all 9 of its factory tire sizes, each inside the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter tolerance, with speedometer impact and catalog availability per size.

By Mark Bishop · Last verified 2026-05-17 · Lexus RX fitment specs

This guide takes the factory tire sizes of the Lexus RX and shows every geometrically valid alternative; the plus-sizes that fill the wheel arch, the wider sizes that add grip, and the narrower winter sizes that bite through snow. All math is derived from the ±3% ETRTO safe-fit rule, not scraped listings.

235/65R18; factory fitment (2016–2022)

Overall diameter 762.7 mm (30.03 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/55R19 763 0.05% 60.03 mph Safe -
215/65R19 762 -0.08% 59.95 mph Safe -
235/60R19 765 0.25% 60.15 mph Safe -
205/70R19 770 0.90% 60.54 mph Safe -
225/60R19 753 -1.32% 59.21 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R19 752 -1.39% 59.17 mph Within tolerance -
265/55R19 774 1.49% 60.90 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R19 775 1.63% 60.98 mph Within tolerance -
205/65R19 749 -1.78% 58.93 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R19 777 1.82% 61.09 mph Within tolerance -
265/50R19 748 -1.98% 58.81 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R19 784 2.74% 61.64 mph Within tolerance -
235/55R19 741 -2.83% 58.30 mph Within tolerance -
215/60R19 741 -2.90% 58.26 mph Within tolerance -

Plus-2 (two rim sizes up)

Plus-2 lifts rim diameter by two inches with a twenty-point aspect drop. Noticeable ride penalty, higher pothole risk, and a meaningful tire-cost premium. Suitable for performance trims and aesthetic upgrades.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/50R20 763 0.04% 60.02 mph Safe -
215/60R20 766 0.43% 60.26 mph Safe -
235/55R20 767 0.50% 60.30 mph Safe -
225/55R20 756 -0.94% 59.43 mph Safe -
205/60R20 754 -1.14% 59.32 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R20 753 -1.27% 59.24 mph Within tolerance -
265/50R20 773 1.35% 60.81 mph Within tolerance Yes
205/65R20 775 1.55% 60.93 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R20 778 1.94% 61.16 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R20 778 2.01% 61.20 mph Within tolerance -
265/45R20 747 -2.12% 58.73 mph Within tolerance -
215/55R20 745 -2.39% 58.57 mph Within tolerance -
235/50R20 743 -2.58% 58.45 mph Within tolerance -

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/60R18 763 0.07% 60.04 mph Safe -
245/60R18 751 -1.51% 59.10 mph Within tolerance -
265/60R18 775 1.64% 60.98 mph Within tolerance -
245/65R18 776 1.70% 61.02 mph Within tolerance -
265/55R18 749 -1.84% 58.90 mph Within tolerance -

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/75R18 765 0.26% 60.16 mph Safe -
205/80R17 760 -0.38% 59.77 mph Safe -
215/70R18 758 -0.59% 59.65 mph Safe -
225/75R17 769 0.87% 60.52 mph Safe -
215/75R17 754 -1.10% 59.34 mph Within tolerance -
225/70R18 772 1.25% 60.75 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R18 750 -1.70% 58.98 mph Within tolerance -
215/80R17 776 1.72% 61.03 mph Within tolerance -
225/70R17 747 -2.08% 58.75 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R18 780 2.23% 61.34 mph Within tolerance -
205/85R17 780 2.31% 61.38 mph Within tolerance -
205/70R18 744 -2.43% 58.54 mph Within tolerance -
205/80R18 785 2.95% 61.77 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/65R17 763 0.08% 60.05 mph Safe -
255/70R16 763 0.09% 60.06 mph Safe -
235/70R17 761 -0.25% 59.85 mph Safe -
225/80R16 766 0.49% 60.29 mph Safe -
235/75R16 759 -0.50% 59.70 mph Safe -
205/85R16 755 -1.02% 59.39 mph Within tolerance -
215/85R16 772 1.21% 60.72 mph Within tolerance -
245/75R16 774 1.47% 60.88 mph Within tolerance -
265/65R16 751 -1.55% 59.07 mph Within tolerance -
245/70R17 775 1.59% 60.95 mph Within tolerance -
215/80R16 750 -1.61% 59.03 mph Within tolerance -
245/65R17 750 -1.63% 59.02 mph Within tolerance -
265/60R17 750 -1.69% 58.99 mph Within tolerance -
245/70R16 749 -1.74% 58.95 mph Within tolerance -
265/65R17 776 1.78% 61.07 mph Within tolerance Yes
265/70R16 777 1.93% 61.16 mph Within tolerance -
225/75R16 744 -2.46% 58.52 mph Within tolerance -
235/80R16 782 2.58% 61.55 mph Within tolerance -
235/75R17 784 2.83% 61.70 mph Within tolerance -

235/60R18; factory fitment (2010–2015)

Overall diameter 739.2 mm (29.10 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
215/60R19 741 0.19% 60.11 mph Safe -
255/50R19 738 -0.22% 59.87 mph Safe -
235/55R19 741 0.26% 60.15 mph Safe -
265/50R19 748 1.14% 60.68 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R19 730 -1.23% 59.26 mph Within tolerance -
205/65R19 749 1.34% 60.80 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R19 729 -1.43% 59.14 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R19 728 -1.57% 59.06 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R19 752 1.75% 61.05 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R19 753 1.81% 61.09 mph Within tolerance -
265/45R19 721 -2.45% 58.53 mph Within tolerance -
215/55R19 719 -2.72% 58.37 mph Within tolerance -
235/50R19 718 -2.92% 58.25 mph Within tolerance -

Plus-2 (two rim sizes up)

Plus-2 lifts rim diameter by two inches with a twenty-point aspect drop. Noticeable ride penalty, higher pothole risk, and a meaningful tire-cost premium. Suitable for performance trims and aesthetic upgrades.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/45R20 738 -0.23% 59.86 mph Safe Yes
235/50R20 743 0.51% 60.31 mph Safe -
215/55R20 745 0.72% 60.43 mph Safe -
205/55R20 734 -0.77% 59.54 mph Safe -
225/50R20 733 -0.84% 59.50 mph Safe -
265/45R20 747 0.99% 60.59 mph Safe -
245/45R20 729 -1.45% 59.13 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R20 753 1.87% 61.12 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R20 754 2.00% 61.20 mph Within tolerance -
215/50R20 723 -2.19% 58.69 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R20 756 2.21% 61.32 mph Within tolerance -
265/40R20 720 -2.60% 58.44 mph Within tolerance -
235/45R20 720 -2.67% 58.40 mph Within tolerance -

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/55R18 738 -0.20% 59.88 mph Safe -
265/55R18 749 1.29% 60.77 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R18 751 1.62% 60.97 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R18 727 -1.69% 58.99 mph Within tolerance -
265/50R18 722 -2.30% 58.62 mph Within tolerance -

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/75R17 739 0.01% 60.01 mph Safe -
215/65R18 737 -0.34% 59.80 mph Safe -
205/70R18 744 0.68% 60.41 mph Safe -
215/70R17 733 -0.87% 59.48 mph Safe -
225/70R17 747 1.03% 60.62 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R18 750 1.42% 60.85 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R18 727 -1.62% 59.03 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R17 724 -2.02% 58.79 mph Within tolerance Yes
215/75R17 754 2.04% 61.23 mph Within tolerance -
205/65R18 724 -2.10% 58.74 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R18 758 2.57% 61.54 mph Within tolerance -
205/70R17 719 -2.76% 58.34 mph Within tolerance -
205/80R17 760 2.79% 61.67 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/65R16 738 -0.18% 59.89 mph Safe -
255/60R17 738 -0.19% 59.89 mph Safe -
235/65R17 737 -0.26% 59.85 mph Safe Yes
235/70R16 735 -0.51% 59.69 mph Safe -
225/75R16 744 0.64% 60.38 mph Safe -
205/80R16 734 -0.65% 59.61 mph Safe -
245/70R16 749 1.38% 60.83 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R16 729 -1.39% 59.16 mph Within tolerance -
265/60R17 750 1.43% 60.86 mph Within tolerance -
245/65R17 750 1.50% 60.90 mph Within tolerance -
215/80R16 750 1.52% 60.91 mph Within tolerance -
265/65R16 751 1.58% 60.95 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R17 726 -1.81% 58.91 mph Within tolerance -
245/65R16 725 -1.93% 58.84 mph Within tolerance -
265/60R16 724 -2.00% 58.80 mph Within tolerance -
265/55R17 723 -2.15% 58.71 mph Within tolerance -
225/70R16 721 -2.41% 58.56 mph Within tolerance -
235/75R16 759 2.67% 61.60 mph Within tolerance -
235/70R17 761 2.92% 61.75 mph Within tolerance -

235/55R20; factory fitment (2016–2022)

Overall diameter 766.5 mm (30.18 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
235/50R21 768 0.25% 60.15 mph Safe -
215/55R21 770 0.44% 60.27 mph Safe -
255/45R21 763 -0.47% 59.72 mph Safe -
265/45R21 772 0.70% 60.42 mph Safe -
205/55R21 759 -0.99% 59.41 mph Safe -
225/50R21 758 -1.06% 59.37 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R21 778 1.55% 60.93 mph Within tolerance -
245/45R21 754 -1.64% 59.01 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R21 779 1.68% 61.01 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R21 781 1.88% 61.13 mph Within tolerance -
215/50R21 748 -2.36% 58.58 mph Within tolerance -
265/40R21 745 -2.75% 58.35 mph Within tolerance -
235/45R21 745 -2.82% 58.31 mph Within tolerance -
255/50R21 788 2.86% 61.71 mph Within tolerance -

Plus-2 (two rim sizes up)

Plus-2 lifts rim diameter by two inches with a twenty-point aspect drop. Noticeable ride penalty, higher pothole risk, and a meaningful tire-cost premium. Suitable for performance trims and aesthetic upgrades.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/50R22 764 -0.35% 59.79 mph Safe -
255/40R22 763 -0.48% 59.71 mph Safe -
235/45R22 770 0.50% 60.30 mph Safe -
265/40R22 771 0.56% 60.34 mph Safe -
225/45R22 761 -0.68% 59.59 mph Safe -
215/50R22 774 0.95% 60.57 mph Safe -
245/40R22 755 -1.53% 59.08 mph Within tolerance -
245/45R22 779 1.67% 61.00 mph Within tolerance -
215/45R22 752 -1.85% 58.89 mph Within tolerance -
225/50R22 784 2.26% 61.35 mph Within tolerance -
205/55R22 784 2.32% 61.39 mph Within tolerance -
235/40R22 747 -2.57% 58.46 mph Within tolerance -
255/45R22 788 2.84% 61.71 mph Within tolerance -
265/35R22 744 -2.90% 58.26 mph Within tolerance -

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/50R20 763 -0.46% 59.73 mph Safe -
265/50R20 773 0.85% 60.51 mph Safe Yes
245/55R20 778 1.44% 60.86 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R20 753 -1.76% 58.94 mph Within tolerance -
265/45R20 747 -2.61% 58.43 mph Within tolerance -
255/55R20 789 2.87% 61.72 mph Within tolerance -

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
215/60R20 766 -0.07% 59.96 mph Safe -
205/70R19 770 0.40% 60.24 mph Safe -
215/65R19 762 -0.57% 59.66 mph Safe -
205/65R20 775 1.04% 60.63 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R19 775 1.12% 60.67 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R20 756 -1.44% 59.14 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R20 778 1.50% 60.90 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R20 754 -1.63% 59.02 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R19 753 -1.81% 58.91 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R19 784 2.23% 61.34 mph Within tolerance -
205/65R19 749 -2.27% 58.64 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R20 788 2.74% 61.64 mph Within tolerance -
215/55R20 745 -2.87% 58.28 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/75R18 765 -0.23% 59.86 mph Safe -
235/60R19 765 -0.25% 59.85 mph Safe -
255/60R18 763 -0.43% 59.74 mph Safe -
255/55R19 763 -0.44% 59.73 mph Safe -
235/65R18 763 -0.50% 59.70 mph Safe -
225/70R18 772 0.74% 60.45 mph Safe -
265/55R19 774 0.99% 60.59 mph Safe -
215/70R18 758 -1.08% 59.35 mph Within tolerance -
265/60R18 775 1.14% 60.68 mph Within tolerance -
245/65R18 776 1.20% 60.72 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R19 777 1.32% 60.79 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R18 780 1.72% 61.03 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R19 752 -1.88% 58.87 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R18 751 -2.00% 58.80 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R18 750 -2.19% 58.68 mph Within tolerance -
265/55R18 749 -2.32% 58.61 mph Within tolerance -
265/50R19 748 -2.47% 58.52 mph Within tolerance -
235/70R18 786 2.57% 61.54 mph Within tolerance -
235/65R19 788 2.82% 61.69 mph Within tolerance -
255/60R19 789 2.88% 61.73 mph Within tolerance -
255/65R18 789 2.90% 61.74 mph Within tolerance -
205/70R18 744 -2.91% 58.25 mph Within tolerance -

235/60R19; factory fitment (2023–2026)

Overall diameter 764.6 mm (30.10 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
215/60R20 766 0.18% 60.11 mph Safe -
255/50R20 763 -0.21% 59.87 mph Safe -
235/55R20 767 0.25% 60.15 mph Safe -
265/50R20 773 1.10% 60.66 mph Within tolerance Yes
225/55R20 756 -1.19% 59.29 mph Within tolerance -
205/65R20 775 1.29% 60.78 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R20 754 -1.39% 59.17 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R20 753 -1.52% 59.09 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R20 778 1.69% 61.01 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R20 778 1.75% 61.05 mph Within tolerance -
265/45R20 747 -2.37% 58.58 mph Within tolerance -
215/55R20 745 -2.63% 58.42 mph Within tolerance -
235/50R20 743 -2.83% 58.30 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R20 788 3.00% 61.80 mph Within tolerance -

Plus-2 (two rim sizes up)

Plus-2 lifts rim diameter by two inches with a twenty-point aspect drop. Noticeable ride penalty, higher pothole risk, and a meaningful tire-cost premium. Suitable for performance trims and aesthetic upgrades.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/45R21 763 -0.22% 59.87 mph Safe -
235/50R21 768 0.50% 60.30 mph Safe -
215/55R21 770 0.69% 60.42 mph Safe -
205/55R21 759 -0.75% 59.55 mph Safe -
225/50R21 758 -0.81% 59.51 mph Safe -
265/45R21 772 0.95% 60.57 mph Safe -
245/45R21 754 -1.40% 59.16 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R21 778 1.80% 61.08 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R21 779 1.94% 61.16 mph Within tolerance -
215/50R21 748 -2.12% 58.73 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R21 781 2.13% 61.28 mph Within tolerance -
265/40R21 745 -2.51% 58.49 mph Within tolerance -
235/45R21 745 -2.58% 58.45 mph Within tolerance -

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/55R19 763 -0.20% 59.88 mph Safe -
265/55R19 774 1.24% 60.75 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R19 777 1.57% 60.94 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R19 752 -1.63% 59.02 mph Within tolerance -
265/50R19 748 -2.22% 58.67 mph Within tolerance -

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/75R18 765 0.01% 60.01 mph Safe -
215/65R19 762 -0.33% 59.80 mph Safe -
205/70R19 770 0.65% 60.39 mph Safe -
215/70R18 758 -0.84% 59.50 mph Safe -
225/70R18 772 0.99% 60.60 mph Safe -
225/65R19 775 1.37% 60.82 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R19 753 -1.57% 59.06 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R18 750 -1.95% 58.83 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R18 780 1.97% 61.18 mph Within tolerance -
205/65R19 749 -2.03% 58.78 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R19 784 2.48% 61.49 mph Within tolerance -
205/70R18 744 -2.67% 58.40 mph Within tolerance -
205/80R18 785 2.69% 61.62 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/65R17 763 -0.17% 59.90 mph Safe -
255/60R18 763 -0.18% 59.89 mph Safe -
235/65R18 763 -0.25% 59.85 mph Safe -
235/70R17 761 -0.50% 59.70 mph Safe -
225/75R17 769 0.61% 60.37 mph Safe -
205/80R17 760 -0.63% 59.62 mph Safe -
245/70R17 775 1.33% 60.80 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R17 754 -1.35% 59.19 mph Within tolerance -
265/60R18 775 1.39% 60.83 mph Within tolerance -
245/65R18 776 1.45% 60.87 mph Within tolerance -
215/80R17 776 1.46% 60.88 mph Within tolerance -
265/65R17 776 1.53% 60.92 mph Within tolerance Yes
245/60R18 751 -1.75% 58.95 mph Within tolerance -
245/65R17 750 -1.87% 58.88 mph Within tolerance -
265/60R17 750 -1.94% 58.84 mph Within tolerance -
265/55R18 749 -2.08% 58.75 mph Within tolerance -
225/70R17 747 -2.33% 58.60 mph Within tolerance -
235/75R17 784 2.58% 61.55 mph Within tolerance -
235/70R18 786 2.83% 61.70 mph Within tolerance -

235/50R21; factory fitment (2023–2026)

Overall diameter 768.4 mm (30.25 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
235/45R22 770 0.25% 60.15 mph Safe -
265/40R22 771 0.31% 60.19 mph Safe -
205/50R22 764 -0.60% 59.64 mph Safe -
215/50R22 774 0.70% 60.42 mph Safe -
255/40R22 763 -0.73% 59.56 mph Safe -
225/45R22 761 -0.92% 59.45 mph Safe -
245/45R22 779 1.42% 60.85 mph Within tolerance -
245/40R22 755 -1.77% 58.94 mph Within tolerance -
225/50R22 784 2.00% 61.20 mph Within tolerance -
205/55R22 784 2.07% 61.24 mph Within tolerance -
215/45R22 752 -2.10% 58.74 mph Within tolerance -
255/45R22 788 2.59% 61.55 mph Within tolerance -
235/40R22 747 -2.81% 58.31 mph Within tolerance -

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
265/45R21 772 0.46% 60.27 mph Safe -
255/45R21 763 -0.72% 59.57 mph Safe -
245/50R21 778 1.30% 60.78 mph Within tolerance -
245/45R21 754 -1.89% 58.87 mph Within tolerance -
255/50R21 788 2.60% 61.56 mph Within tolerance -
265/40R21 745 -2.99% 58.20 mph Within tolerance -

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
215/55R21 770 0.20% 60.12 mph Safe -
215/60R20 766 -0.31% 59.81 mph Safe -
205/65R20 775 0.79% 60.48 mph Safe -
205/55R21 759 -1.24% 59.26 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R20 778 1.25% 60.75 mph Within tolerance -
225/50R21 758 -1.30% 59.22 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R21 779 1.43% 60.86 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R21 781 1.63% 60.98 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R20 756 -1.68% 58.99 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R20 754 -1.87% 58.88 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R20 788 2.49% 61.49 mph Within tolerance -
215/50R21 748 -2.60% 58.44 mph Within tolerance -
215/60R21 791 2.99% 61.80 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/70R19 770 0.16% 60.09 mph Safe -
235/55R20 767 -0.25% 59.85 mph Safe -
235/60R19 765 -0.49% 59.70 mph Safe -
265/50R20 773 0.60% 60.36 mph Safe Yes
255/55R19 763 -0.69% 59.59 mph Safe -
255/50R20 763 -0.70% 59.58 mph Safe -
265/55R19 774 0.74% 60.45 mph Safe -
215/65R19 762 -0.82% 59.51 mph Safe -
225/65R19 775 0.87% 60.52 mph Safe -
245/60R19 777 1.07% 60.64 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R20 778 1.18% 60.71 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R19 784 1.98% 61.19 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R20 753 -2.00% 58.80 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R19 753 -2.06% 58.77 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R19 752 -2.12% 58.73 mph Within tolerance -
205/65R19 749 -2.51% 58.49 mph Within tolerance -
235/65R19 788 2.56% 61.54 mph Within tolerance -
255/55R20 789 2.62% 61.57 mph Within tolerance -
255/60R19 789 2.63% 61.58 mph Within tolerance -
265/50R19 748 -2.71% 58.38 mph Within tolerance -
235/60R20 790 2.81% 61.69 mph Within tolerance -
265/45R20 747 -2.85% 58.29 mph Within tolerance -

225/65R17; factory fitment (2004–2009)

Overall diameter 724.3 mm (28.52 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/65R18 724 -0.08% 59.95 mph Safe -
245/55R18 727 0.33% 60.20 mph Safe -
225/60R18 727 0.40% 60.24 mph Safe -
195/70R18 730 0.81% 60.49 mph Safe -
235/55R18 716 -1.19% 59.29 mph Within tolerance Yes
215/60R18 715 -1.26% 59.25 mph Within tolerance -
255/50R18 712 -1.67% 59.00 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R18 737 1.71% 61.03 mph Within tolerance -
255/55R18 738 1.85% 61.11 mph Within tolerance -
195/65R18 711 -1.88% 58.87 mph Within tolerance -
235/60R18 739 2.06% 61.23 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R18 705 -2.71% 58.38 mph Within tolerance -
205/70R18 744 2.75% 61.65 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R18 703 -2.91% 58.25 mph Within tolerance -

Plus-2 (two rim sizes up)

Plus-2 lifts rim diameter by two inches with a twenty-point aspect drop. Noticeable ride penalty, higher pothole risk, and a meaningful tire-cost premium. Suitable for performance trims and aesthetic upgrades.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
245/50R19 728 0.46% 60.27 mph Safe -
205/60R19 729 0.59% 60.36 mph Safe -
215/55R19 719 -0.72% 59.57 mph Safe -
225/55R19 730 0.80% 60.48 mph Safe -
235/50R19 718 -0.93% 59.44 mph Safe -
195/60R19 717 -1.06% 59.36 mph Within tolerance -
195/65R19 736 1.63% 60.98 mph Within tolerance -
255/45R19 712 -1.68% 58.99 mph Within tolerance -
255/50R19 738 1.84% 61.10 mph Within tolerance -
205/55R19 708 -2.24% 58.66 mph Within tolerance -
215/60R19 741 2.25% 61.35 mph Within tolerance -
225/50R19 708 -2.31% 58.62 mph Within tolerance -
235/55R19 741 2.32% 61.39 mph Within tolerance -
245/45R19 703 -2.93% 58.24 mph Within tolerance Yes

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
245/60R17 726 0.21% 60.12 mph Safe -
235/60R17 714 -1.45% 59.13 mph Within tolerance -
255/55R17 712 -1.66% 59.01 mph Within tolerance -
235/65R17 737 1.79% 61.08 mph Within tolerance Yes
255/60R17 738 1.86% 61.12 mph Within tolerance -

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
195/75R17 724 0.00% 60.00 mph Safe -
215/75R16 729 0.64% 60.38 mph Safe -
205/70R17 719 -0.76% 59.54 mph Safe -
195/80R16 718 -0.81% 59.51 mph Safe -
215/70R17 733 1.17% 60.70 mph Within tolerance -
205/80R16 734 1.39% 60.84 mph Within tolerance -
205/75R16 714 -1.44% 59.14 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R17 711 -1.79% 58.92 mph Within tolerance -
195/85R16 738 1.88% 61.13 mph Within tolerance -
205/75R17 739 2.07% 61.24 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R16 707 -2.33% 58.60 mph Within tolerance -
195/70R17 705 -2.69% 58.38 mph Within tolerance -
195/80R17 744 2.69% 61.62 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
245/70R15 724 -0.04% 59.98 mph Safe -
245/65R16 725 0.08% 60.05 mph Safe -
215/80R15 725 0.10% 60.06 mph Safe -
225/70R16 721 -0.40% 59.76 mph Safe -
205/85R15 730 0.72% 60.43 mph Safe -
225/75R15 719 -0.80% 59.52 mph Safe -
235/75R15 734 1.27% 60.76 mph Within tolerance -
235/70R16 735 1.53% 60.92 mph Within tolerance -
195/85R15 713 -1.63% 59.02 mph Within tolerance -
255/65R15 713 -1.63% 59.02 mph Within tolerance -
255/60R16 712 -1.64% 59.01 mph Within tolerance -
235/65R16 712 -1.71% 58.97 mph Within tolerance -
255/65R16 738 1.88% 61.13 mph Within tolerance -
255/70R15 738 1.89% 61.13 mph Within tolerance -
235/70R15 710 -1.97% 58.82 mph Within tolerance -
205/80R15 709 -2.11% 58.73 mph Within tolerance -
225/80R15 741 2.31% 61.38 mph Within tolerance -
225/75R16 744 2.71% 61.62 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R15 704 -2.87% 58.28 mph Within tolerance -

235/55R18; factory fitment (2006–2014)

Overall diameter 715.7 mm (28.18 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
235/50R19 718 0.27% 60.16 mph Safe -
215/55R19 719 0.48% 60.29 mph Safe -
255/45R19 712 -0.50% 59.70 mph Safe -
265/45R19 721 0.75% 60.45 mph Safe -
205/55R19 708 -1.06% 59.36 mph Within tolerance -
225/50R19 708 -1.13% 59.32 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R19 728 1.66% 61.00 mph Within tolerance -
245/45R19 703 -1.76% 58.94 mph Within tolerance Yes
205/60R19 729 1.80% 61.08 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R19 730 2.01% 61.21 mph Within tolerance -
215/50R19 698 -2.53% 58.48 mph Within tolerance -
265/40R19 695 -2.95% 58.23 mph Within tolerance -

Plus-2 (two rim sizes up)

Plus-2 lifts rim diameter by two inches with a twenty-point aspect drop. Noticeable ride penalty, higher pothole risk, and a meaningful tire-cost premium. Suitable for performance trims and aesthetic upgrades.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/50R20 713 -0.38% 59.77 mph Safe -
255/40R20 712 -0.52% 59.69 mph Safe -
235/45R20 720 0.53% 60.32 mph Safe -
265/40R20 720 0.60% 60.36 mph Safe -
225/45R20 711 -0.73% 59.56 mph Safe -
215/50R20 723 1.02% 60.61 mph Within tolerance -
245/40R20 704 -1.63% 59.02 mph Within tolerance -
245/45R20 729 1.79% 61.07 mph Within tolerance -
215/45R20 702 -1.98% 58.81 mph Within tolerance -
225/50R20 733 2.42% 61.45 mph Within tolerance -
205/55R20 734 2.49% 61.49 mph Within tolerance -
235/40R20 696 -2.75% 58.35 mph Within tolerance -

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/50R18 712 -0.49% 59.71 mph Safe -
265/50R18 722 0.91% 60.54 mph Safe -
245/55R18 727 1.54% 60.92 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R18 702 -1.89% 58.87 mph Within tolerance -
265/45R18 696 -2.79% 58.32 mph Within tolerance -

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
215/60R18 715 -0.07% 59.96 mph Safe -
205/70R17 719 0.43% 60.26 mph Safe -
215/65R17 711 -0.61% 59.63 mph Safe -
205/65R18 724 1.12% 60.67 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R17 724 1.20% 60.72 mph Within tolerance Yes
225/55R18 705 -1.54% 59.08 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R18 727 1.61% 60.96 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R18 703 -1.75% 58.95 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R17 702 -1.94% 58.83 mph Within tolerance Yes
215/70R17 733 2.39% 61.43 mph Within tolerance -
205/65R17 698 -2.43% 58.54 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R18 737 2.93% 61.76 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/75R16 714 -0.25% 59.85 mph Safe -
235/60R17 714 -0.27% 59.84 mph Safe -
255/60R16 712 -0.46% 59.72 mph Safe -
255/55R17 712 -0.48% 59.71 mph Safe -
235/65R16 712 -0.53% 59.68 mph Safe -
225/70R16 721 0.80% 60.48 mph Safe -
265/55R17 723 1.06% 60.64 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R16 707 -1.16% 59.30 mph Within tolerance -
265/60R16 724 1.22% 60.73 mph Within tolerance -
245/65R16 725 1.29% 60.77 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R17 726 1.41% 60.85 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R16 729 1.84% 61.11 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R17 701 -2.01% 58.79 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R16 700 -2.14% 58.72 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R16 699 -2.35% 58.59 mph Within tolerance Yes
265/55R16 698 -2.49% 58.51 mph Within tolerance -
265/50R17 697 -2.64% 58.42 mph Within tolerance -
235/70R16 735 2.75% 61.65 mph Within tolerance -

225/70R16; factory fitment (1999–2003)

Overall diameter 721.4 mm (28.40 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/70R17 719 -0.36% 59.78 mph Safe -
195/75R17 724 0.40% 60.24 mph Safe -
225/65R17 724 0.40% 60.24 mph Safe Yes
245/60R17 726 0.61% 60.37 mph Safe -
235/60R17 714 -1.05% 59.37 mph Within tolerance -
255/55R17 712 -1.26% 59.24 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R17 711 -1.40% 59.16 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R17 733 1.58% 60.95 mph Within tolerance -
235/65R17 737 2.20% 61.32 mph Within tolerance Yes
255/60R17 738 2.27% 61.36 mph Within tolerance -
195/70R17 705 -2.30% 58.62 mph Within tolerance -
205/75R17 739 2.48% 61.49 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R17 702 -2.72% 58.37 mph Within tolerance Yes
245/55R17 701 -2.79% 58.33 mph Within tolerance -

Plus-2 (two rim sizes up)

Plus-2 lifts rim diameter by two inches with a twenty-point aspect drop. Noticeable ride penalty, higher pothole risk, and a meaningful tire-cost premium. Suitable for performance trims and aesthetic upgrades.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/65R18 724 0.32% 60.19 mph Safe -
245/55R18 727 0.73% 60.44 mph Safe -
235/55R18 716 -0.79% 59.53 mph Safe Yes
225/60R18 727 0.80% 60.48 mph Safe -
215/60R18 715 -0.86% 59.48 mph Safe -
195/70R18 730 1.22% 60.73 mph Within tolerance -
255/50R18 712 -1.28% 59.23 mph Within tolerance -
195/65R18 711 -1.48% 59.11 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R18 737 2.12% 61.27 mph Within tolerance -
255/55R18 738 2.26% 61.36 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R18 705 -2.31% 58.61 mph Within tolerance -
235/60R18 739 2.47% 61.48 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R18 703 -2.52% 58.49 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R18 702 -2.66% 58.40 mph Within tolerance -

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
245/65R16 725 0.49% 60.29 mph Safe -
255/60R16 712 -1.25% 59.25 mph Within tolerance -
235/65R16 712 -1.32% 59.21 mph Within tolerance -
235/70R16 735 1.94% 61.16 mph Within tolerance -
255/65R16 738 2.29% 61.37 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R16 700 -2.91% 58.25 mph Within tolerance -

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
195/80R16 718 -0.42% 59.75 mph Safe -
215/80R15 725 0.50% 60.30 mph Safe -
205/75R16 714 -1.04% 59.38 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R16 729 1.04% 60.62 mph Within tolerance -
205/85R15 730 1.12% 60.67 mph Within tolerance -
195/85R15 713 -1.23% 59.26 mph Within tolerance -
205/80R15 709 -1.72% 58.97 mph Within tolerance -
205/80R16 734 1.80% 61.08 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R16 707 -1.94% 58.84 mph Within tolerance -
195/85R16 738 2.29% 61.37 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R15 704 -2.48% 58.51 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
215/85R14 721 -0.04% 59.98 mph Safe -
245/75R14 723 0.24% 60.14 mph Safe -
245/70R15 724 0.36% 60.22 mph Safe -
225/75R15 719 -0.40% 59.76 mph Safe -
225/80R14 716 -0.80% 59.52 mph Safe -
255/70R14 713 -1.22% 59.27 mph Within tolerance -
255/65R15 713 -1.23% 59.26 mph Within tolerance -
235/80R14 732 1.41% 60.85 mph Within tolerance -
235/70R15 710 -1.58% 59.05 mph Within tolerance -
235/75R15 734 1.68% 61.01 mph Within tolerance -
235/75R14 708 -1.84% 58.89 mph Within tolerance -
255/70R15 738 2.30% 61.38 mph Within tolerance -
225/85R14 738 2.31% 61.39 mph Within tolerance -
255/75R14 738 2.31% 61.39 mph Within tolerance -
205/85R14 704 -2.40% 58.56 mph Within tolerance -
225/80R15 741 2.72% 61.63 mph Within tolerance -

235/55R19; factory fitment (2013–2015)

Overall diameter 741.1 mm (29.18 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
235/50R20 743 0.26% 60.15 mph Safe -
215/55R20 745 0.46% 60.28 mph Safe -
255/45R20 738 -0.49% 59.71 mph Safe Yes
265/45R20 747 0.73% 60.44 mph Safe -
205/55R20 734 -1.03% 59.38 mph Within tolerance -
225/50R20 733 -1.09% 59.34 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R20 753 1.61% 60.96 mph Within tolerance -
245/45R20 729 -1.70% 58.98 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R20 754 1.74% 61.04 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R20 756 1.94% 61.17 mph Within tolerance -
215/50R20 723 -2.44% 58.53 mph Within tolerance -
265/40R20 720 -2.85% 58.29 mph Within tolerance -
235/45R20 720 -2.91% 58.25 mph Within tolerance -
255/50R20 763 2.96% 61.77 mph Within tolerance -

Plus-2 (two rim sizes up)

Plus-2 lifts rim diameter by two inches with a twenty-point aspect drop. Noticeable ride penalty, higher pothole risk, and a meaningful tire-cost premium. Suitable for performance trims and aesthetic upgrades.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/50R21 738 -0.36% 59.78 mph Safe -
255/40R21 737 -0.50% 59.70 mph Safe -
235/45R21 745 0.51% 60.31 mph Safe -
265/40R21 745 0.58% 60.35 mph Safe -
225/45R21 736 -0.70% 59.58 mph Safe -
215/50R21 748 0.99% 60.59 mph Safe -
245/40R21 729 -1.58% 59.05 mph Within tolerance -
245/45R21 754 1.73% 61.04 mph Within tolerance -
215/45R21 727 -1.92% 58.85 mph Within tolerance -
225/50R21 758 2.33% 61.40 mph Within tolerance -
205/55R21 759 2.40% 61.44 mph Within tolerance -
235/40R21 721 -2.66% 58.41 mph Within tolerance -
255/45R21 763 2.94% 61.76 mph Within tolerance -
265/35R21 719 -3.00% 58.20 mph Within tolerance -

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
255/50R19 738 -0.47% 59.72 mph Safe -
265/50R19 748 0.88% 60.53 mph Safe -
245/55R19 752 1.48% 60.89 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R19 728 -1.82% 58.91 mph Within tolerance -
265/45R19 721 -2.70% 58.38 mph Within tolerance -
255/55R19 763 2.97% 61.78 mph Within tolerance -

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
215/60R19 741 -0.07% 59.96 mph Safe -
205/70R18 744 0.42% 60.25 mph Safe -
215/65R18 737 -0.59% 59.64 mph Safe -
205/65R19 749 1.08% 60.65 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R18 750 1.16% 60.70 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R19 730 -1.48% 59.11 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R19 753 1.55% 60.93 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R19 729 -1.69% 58.99 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R18 727 -1.88% 58.87 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R18 758 2.31% 61.38 mph Within tolerance -
205/65R18 724 -2.35% 58.59 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R19 762 2.83% 61.70 mph Within tolerance -
215/55R19 719 -2.97% 58.22 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/75R17 739 -0.24% 59.85 mph Safe -
235/60R18 739 -0.26% 59.85 mph Safe -
255/60R17 738 -0.45% 59.73 mph Safe -
255/55R18 738 -0.46% 59.72 mph Safe -
235/65R17 737 -0.51% 59.69 mph Safe Yes
225/70R17 747 0.77% 60.46 mph Safe -
265/55R18 749 1.03% 60.62 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R17 733 -1.12% 59.33 mph Within tolerance -
265/60R17 750 1.17% 60.70 mph Within tolerance -
245/65R17 750 1.24% 60.74 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R18 751 1.36% 60.82 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R17 754 1.78% 61.07 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R18 727 -1.94% 58.83 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R17 726 -2.06% 58.76 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R17 724 -2.27% 58.64 mph Within tolerance Yes
265/55R17 723 -2.40% 58.56 mph Within tolerance -
265/50R18 722 -2.55% 58.47 mph Within tolerance -
235/70R17 761 2.66% 61.59 mph Within tolerance -
235/65R18 763 2.91% 61.75 mph Within tolerance -
255/60R18 763 2.98% 61.79 mph Within tolerance -
255/65R17 763 3.00% 61.80 mph Within tolerance -

Which upsize path fits your priorities?

Every option on this page is inside the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter tolerance, so any of them is mechanically safe on the factory rim geometry. The difference is what each trades. Use this to pick the category, then read the verdict table above for the exact sizes.

CategoryRide comfortHandlingFuel economyRoad noiseTire cost
Plus-1Slightly firmerSharper≈ neutral≈ neutralModest premium
Plus-2FirmerSharpestSlightly worseSlightly higherHigher premium
Wider (same rim)≈ neutralMore gripSlightly worseSlightly higherModest premium
Winter narrowerSofterSofter dry≈ neutralLower≈ neutral
Narrower (same rim)SofterLess gripBetterLowerOften cheaper
OEM-equivalent≈ OEM≈ OEM≈ OEM≈ OEM≈ OEM

"≈" means no meaningful change versus the factory size. Comfort and noise assume the same tire model and load rating; switching brand or category (touring → performance) usually moves these more than the size change does.

Winter setup for the Lexus RX

For winter, the European engineering rule is to step down one width while raising aspect ratio to hold the same overall diameter; the "Winter / narrower contact" rows in the table above. A narrower footprint concentrates the vehicle's weight over less rubber, raising contact pressure so the tread bites through snow and slush instead of floating on it. Keep the overall diameter within ±3% of 235/65R18 so ABS, TPMS, and (on AWD trims) the center coupling stay inside their factory calibration. Fit four matching winter tires, never two.

FAQ

Can I put bigger tires on my Lexus RX?
Yes; within limits. Any size in the tables above is inside the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter tolerance, which keeps speedometer, TPMS, and ABS calibration intact. The Plus-1 category is the standard bigger-wheel upgrade; Plus-2 is the aesthetic/performance maximum. Sizes beyond ±3% are excluded because they push those systems out of factory range and can rub at full steering lock.
What is the OEM tire size for the Lexus RX?
The Lexus RX shipped with 9 distinct factory tire sizes across its years and trims; each is listed above as its own section with the alternatives for that size. 235/65R18 is the most common. Check the door-jamb placard or your owner's manual for your specific year and trim.
Will bigger tires hurt my Lexus RX's fuel economy or ride?
Plus-1 is close to neutral on both. Plus-2 and wider sizes add rotating mass and footprint, which costs a little fuel economy and ride comfort for sharper steering and grip. The decision matrix above shows the trade-off per category. Staying within ±3% overall diameter means the transmission and speedometer are unaffected.
Do I need new wheels to change tire size on my Lexus RX?
Not for same-rim changes (wider, narrower, winter-narrower keep your factory rim diameter). Plus-1 and Plus-2 raise rim diameter and require wheels in the new diameter with a compatible bolt pattern and offset; check the wheel bolt-pattern page linked below before buying.

Sources & methodology

Last verified 2026-05-17 against the standards below.

  1. ETRTO 2024 Standards Manual §2.3 (section width, aspect ratio, overall diameter formula). European Tyre and Rim Technical Organisation, Brussels.
  2. SAE J1349 (speedometer accuracy reference envelope).
  3. NHTSA FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems; rev/mile calibration requirements.
  4. Tire Industry Association Technical Bulletin TB-2019-04 (plus-sizing guidance).
  5. Nokian Tyres "Why winter tyres should be narrower" technical bulletin, 2019.