245/50R18 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 245/50R18, a common size on performance cars. It fits the Chevrolet Camaro, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and more.
Yes, this fits your Dodge Charger. 245/50R18 is the original size on the 2011-2014 Dodge Charger.
The sticker inside the driver's door is still the final word, because trim and wheel package can change the size. Back to every Dodge Charger size.
What 245/50R18 tires cost
Kumho Ecsta PA51
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Listed as Kumho Ecsta PA51 245/50ZR18 100W All Season Passenger Tires
Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Pirelli P7
The strongest wet and snow braking and the longest tread life among what is stocked in this size. Worth it if you keep the car.
Listed as Pirelli P7 245/50R18 100V All Season Plus 3 Passenger Tires
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $776 to $920, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
Cheapest 245/50R18 right now
Delium IA-182 245/50R18 100V All Season Passenger Tires
$97.99per tire $195.98 for 2 tires · $391.96 for 4
77 tires in this size, priced straight from SimpleTire's own product feed, read 13 November 2026. Stock and prices move daily, so check the shop for today's figure.
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About the 245/50R18 size
Camaro base size, V/W rated. UHP all-seasons are the mainstream choice; the 20 in Camaro SS runs 245/40R20 front and 275/35R20 rear.
What the numbers on the sidewall mean
A 245/50R18 tire is 245 millimeters wide, its sidewall is 50 percent of that (about 4.8 inches tall), and it mounts on a 18-inch wheel. That works out to an overall diameter of roughly 27.6 inches. Every replacement has to match all three numbers, and the load index and speed rating on the placard inside the driver's door have to be met or exceeded.
In this size our picks are marked 100V on the Pirelli P7 (1,764 lb per tire, rated to 149 mph). The first number is the load index, the letter the speed rating; a tire with equal or higher values than your placard is fine, a lower one is not.
Our guide on reading a tire size walks through the markings, and this one lists every load index and speed code.
Our three picks, side by side
One tire at each price level from what the retailer stocks in this size, with the mileage warranty and UTQG grades as published by the manufacturers and their retailers. Treadwear is the number to compare: it is a relative wear rate, so 700 should last roughly twice as long as 350 on the same car.
| Kumho Ecsta PA51 | Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus | Pirelli P7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per tire (Nov 13, 2026) | $205 | not stocked today | $236.96 |
| Set of four | $820 | — | $947.84 |
| Service description in 245/50R18 | — | — | 100V |
| Mileage warranty | 45,000 mi on non-OE tires | 50,000 mi; 25,000 mi on staggered fitments | see listing |
| UTQG treadwear / traction / temperature | 500 AA A (typical, varies by size) | 560 AA A (typical, varies by size) | see listing |
| Season | Ultra-high-performance all-season | Ultra-high-performance all-season | see listing |
| Extras | — | SportPlus Technology | — |
What 245/50R18 tires cost across the whole range
Of the 119 tires listed in this size, 77 are in stock today. The lowest price is the Delium IA-182 at $97.99, a 100V tire. The median is $214.99; a third of the tires cost $193.96 or less, and the top five percent start above $370.03. Those are per-tire prices before mounting and balancing, which adds $15 to $45 per tire at most shops, read from the retailer's feed Nov 13, 2026.
The same tires in neighboring sizes
The Kumho Ecsta PA51, our budget pick here at $205, is also stocked in 245/45R20 ($262.08), 215/45R18 ($119.96), 225/45R18 ($108.96) and 235/40R18 ($129.86). The Pirelli P7, our premium pick here at $236.96, is also stocked in 235/50R17 ($193.07). Useful if your vehicle came with a different wheel package, or if you are comparing an upsize: the same tire usually costs more per inch of wheel, not per inch of rubber. Prices per tire, from the retailer's feed Nov 13, 2026.
Winter and this size: summer tires are not winter tires
Many tires sold in this size are summer tires, and the manufacturers advise against driving them in near-freezing temperatures: the compound hardens, grip drops sharply and the tread can crack. They also carry no M+S or 3PMSF marking, so a car on summer tires fails Colorado's Passenger Vehicle Traction Law outright on the 126 miles of I-70 between Dotsero and Morrison, in force from September 1 to May 31, unless it is all-wheel drive with at least 3/16 inch of tread; fines start at $130. If the car is driven year-round in a state with real winters, either run an all-season or all-weather tire in this size or keep a second set of winter tires, often on a smaller, narrower wheel that is also less expensive.
None of our picks in this size, the Kumho Ecsta PA51 and Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus, carries the 3PMSF symbol; for that, look at the all-weather and winter tires.
Vehicles that use 245/50R18
- Chevrolet Camaro (2016-2024, LS/LT)
- Chrysler 300 (2011-2014, Limited 18 in)
- Dodge Charger (2011-2014, SXT 18 in)
- BMW X3 (2011-2017, 18 in)
- Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2014-2020, base 18 in)
Other years and wheel packages of the same models came on 245/45R20, 215/60R16 or 215/60R17 instead, so read the placard inside the driver's door before you order.
Which type of 245/50R18 tire?
All-Season Tires
Drivers in the South, West Coast and mild parts of the Midwest who want one set of tires that lasts a long time and is quiet.
Summer Tires
Sports-car and performance-sedan owners, and anyone in a warm climate who wants the best possible grip and steering.
Performance Tires
Owners of sports sedans, hot hatches and performance crossovers who want year-round tires with real handling.
Frequently asked questions
How much do 245/50R18 tires cost?
Expect $98–$194 per tire for a budget brand, $194–$230 for a mid-range tire like the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus, and $230–$370 for a premium tire like the Pirelli P7. A set of four therefore starts at about $392. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 245/50R18 tires?
245/50R18 is original equipment on Chevrolet Camaro (2016-2024, LS/LT), Chrysler 300 (2011-2014, Limited 18 in), Dodge Charger (2011-2014, SXT 18 in), BMW X3 (2011-2017, 18 in) and Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2014-2020, base 18 in), among others. Always confirm with the sticker inside your driver's door, because trim levels and wheel packages can change the size.
What is the best 245/50R18 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus, is the sweet spot of price and tread life. If you keep the vehicle a long time or drive in heavy rain and snow, the Pirelli P7 is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Kumho Ecsta PA51 is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 245/50R18 tires?
On a front- or rear-wheel-drive car, yes: replace in pairs on the same axle and put the newer pair on the rear. On all-wheel-drive vehicles most makers want all four replaced together, or a new tire shaved to match, because a difference in circumference strains the drivetrain.