225/40R18 tyres
Compare 159 tyres in 225/40R18 (also written 225/40 R18 or 225 40 18) from 54 brands, priced from $69 to $540 each including GST. Tread types in this size include performance, summer, touring and all season. Choose delivery to your address, or have them sent to a Tyroola fitting partner near you to be fitted and balanced.
Vehicles that use 225/40R18
225/40R18 tyres are commonly fitted to performance versions of cars such as the Volkswagen Golf, including some Golf GTI and Golf R variants, the Mazda3, Subaru BRZ, BMW 1 Series and Audi A3. Hyundai i30 N, Audi S3 and selected Mercedes-Benz A-Class variants may also use this size. Fitment varies by year, variant and wheel package, so check the tyre placard or current tyre sidewall before ordering.
The catalogue includes 159 products from 54 brands, with prices from $69 to $540 per tyre, including GST. Tyres can be delivered Australia-wide or sent to a nationwide Tyroola fitting partner for fitting and balancing. Check the required load and speed rating, then compare brands and tread patterns in the correct size.
Choosing a 225/40R18 tyre
Performance tyres suit drivers who prioritise steering response, cornering grip and braking. Touring patterns are a practical choice for regular commuting and longer trips, while summer tyres suit drivers seeking dry and wet-road handling in warmer conditions. The range includes performance, summer and touring options, plus a small selection of all season, competition, highway terrain, semi-slick and all terrain products.
Michelin, Pirelli, Continental and Bridgestone have the most listings in this size. Compare the tread type, brand, speed rating and stock status. Cheap 225/40R18 tyres start at $69 per tyre, while premium choices cost more. 225/40R18 all terrain tyres are uncommon and should only be considered when the vehicle, clearance and intended use support them.
What 225/40R18 means
A 225/40R18 tyre is 225 mm wide across the tread. The sidewall is 40% of that width, about 90 mm tall, and it fits a 18-inch rim. That puts the overall diameter at roughly 637 mm, or about 500 wheel revolutions per kilometre. The R stands for radial construction.
Load index and speed rating
Tyres listed in 225/40R18 carry load indexes from 88 (560 kg per tyre) to 92 (630 kg per tyre) and speed ratings H (210 km/h), V (240 km/h), W (270 km/h) and Y (300 km/h). Your vehicle's tyre placard, usually inside the driver's door frame, sets the minimum load index and speed rating. Replacements must match or exceed both.
Tread types in 225/40R18
Performance (71), Touring (36), All season (3).
Brands in 225/40R18
The brands with the most 225/40R18 options are Michelin (16), Pirelli (14), Continental (13), Bridgestone (12), Yokohama (9), Kumho (8), Hankook (6), Dunlop (5).
Frequently asked questions
What cars use 225/40R18 tyres?
Common Australian-market fitments include selected Volkswagen Golf, Mazda3, Subaru BRZ, BMW 1 Series and Audi A3 variants. Some Hyundai i30 N, Audi S3 and Mercedes-Benz A-Class variants also use this size. Fitment varies by year, variant and wheel package. Check the vehicle tyre placard or the size printed on the current tyre before buying, rather than relying on the model name alone.
How much do 225/40R18 tyres cost?
The catalogue price range for 225/40R18 tyres is $69 to $540 per tyre, in AUD including GST. Cheap 225/40R18 tyres can suit drivers focused on purchase price, while premium performance and touring patterns may offer different handling, comfort or tread characteristics. Compare the load and speed rating, tread type and brand, then arrange delivery Australia-wide or fitting through a Tyroola partner.
What does 225/40R18 mean?
It means a tyre 225 mm wide with a sidewall 40% of that width (about 90 mm), radial construction, for a 18-inch rim. The load index and speed rating follow the size on the sidewall, for example 225/40R18 91V.
How much are 225/40R18 tyres?
Right now 225/40R18 tyres range from $69 to $540 each including GST, depending on brand, tread type and load rating. A set of four starts from $276.
Which load index and speed rating do I need for 225/40R18?
Use the load index and speed rating on your vehicle's tyre placard as the minimum. A higher load index or speed rating is fine; a lower one is not. If your placard lists more than one size, use the ratings shown for the size you are buying.
Can I get 225/40R18 tyres fitted near me?
Yes. At checkout, choose a Tyroola fitting partner near you and the tyres are delivered there for fitting and balancing. You can also have them delivered to your own address.