255/65R18 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 255/65R18, a SUVs size fitted to Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave and more.
What 255/65R18 tires cost
Ironman iMove Gen 2 AS
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Cooper Endeavor Plus
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Michelin CrossClimate2
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 $624 to $848, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 255/65R18 size
GM Lambda/Explorer size, T or H with 111 load index. Highway all-seasons with high load capacity; check the load index carefully.
The numbers mean: 255 mm section width, sidewall height 65 % of that width, and a 18-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 31.1 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 255/65R18
- Chevrolet Traverse (2009-2024, LS/LT)
- GMC Acadia (2007-2016)
- Buick Enclave (2008-2017)
- Ford Explorer (2020-2024, base/XLT)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 255/65R18 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.
All-Terrain Tires
Pickup, Jeep and SUV owners who tow, drive gravel or dirt roads, or need real traction in snow and mud.
Highway Truck & SUV Tires
Pickup and SUV owners who commute, haul the family or tow on pavement and want quiet, long tread life and good fuel economy.
Frequently asked questions
How much do 255/65R18 tires cost?
Expect $115–$152 per tire for a budget brand, $156–$212 for a mid-range tire like the Cooper Endeavor Plus, and $216–$300 for a premium tire like the Michelin CrossClimate2. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 255/65R18 tires?
255/65R18 is original equipment on Chevrolet Traverse (2009-2024, LS/LT), GMC Acadia (2007-2016), Buick Enclave (2008-2017), Ford Explorer (2020-2024, base/XLT), 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 255/65R18 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Cooper Endeavor 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 Michelin CrossClimate2 is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Ironman iMove Gen 2 AS is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 255/65R18 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.