255/40R19 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 255/40R19, a performance cars size fitted to Ford Mustang GT, Ford Mustang, Lexus GS F and more.
What 255/40R19 tires cost
Kumho Ecsta PA51
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
Best wet and snow braking, quietest ride, longest tread life. Worth it if you keep the car.
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing, based on what the big US online retailers charge for this size. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $608 to $860, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 255/40R19 size
Mustang 19 in size, W/Y rated. Summer UHP dominates; the PP1 rear is 275/40R19 so check both axles.
The numbers mean: 255 mm section width, sidewall height 40 % of that width, and a 19-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 27 inches. Any replacement has to match all three, and the load index and speed rating on your door sticker must be met or exceeded. Our guide on reading a tire size walks through it.
Vehicles that use 255/40R19
- Ford Mustang GT (2015-2023, Performance Pack front)
- Ford Mustang (2024, EcoBoost Premium/GT)
- Lexus GS F (2016-2020, front)
- Chevrolet SS (2014-2017, upsize from 245/40R19)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 255/40R19 tire?
Frequently asked questions
How much do 255/40R19 tires cost?
Expect $110–$148 per tire for a budget brand, $152–$215 for a mid-range tire like the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500, and $220–$320 for a premium tire like the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 255/40R19 tires?
255/40R19 is original equipment on Ford Mustang GT (2015-2023, Performance Pack front), Ford Mustang (2024, EcoBoost Premium/GT), Lexus GS F (2016-2020, front), Chevrolet SS (2014-2017, upsize from 245/40R19), 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 255/40R19 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500, 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 Michelin Pilot Sport 4S is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Kumho Ecsta PA51 is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 255/40R19 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.