245/40R18 tyres
Compare 100 tyres in 245/40R18 (also written 245/40 R18 or 245 40 18) from 45 brands, priced from $78 to $720 each including GST. Tread types in this size include performance, touring, summer 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 245/40R18
245/40R18 tyres are used on selected versions of the Subaru WRX, Ford Falcon, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, BMW 3 Series, Audi A4 and other performance or luxury cars. Australian fitment varies by year, variant and wheel package, so confirm the size on the tyre sidewall or vehicle tyre placard before ordering.
For a Subaru WRX or performance-focused Falcon, performance tyres suit responsive steering and dry-road grip. Touring or performance options can be a better match for regular commuting. Selected Mercedes-Benz C-Class, BMW 3 Series and Audi A4 versions may use touring or performance tyres, depending on the original specification and driving needs. Check the required load index, speed rating and any XL or manufacturer specification before purchase.
Choosing a 245/40R18 tyre
The catalogue includes 100 products from 45 brands, with 245/40R18 tyres price options from $78 to $720 per tyre, including GST. Cheap 245/40R18 tyres can suit drivers focused on purchase cost, while premium options may offer different handling, comfort and wet-weather characteristics.
Performance is the largest tread category, with 53 listings, followed by touring with 20 and summer with 18. All-season choices are limited to four listings. 245/40R18 all terrain tyres are generally not a relevant choice for these low-profile performance and luxury-car fitments. Compare brands, tread patterns, speed rating and stock, then choose delivery Australia-wide or send the tyres to a nationwide Tyroola fitting partner for fitting and balancing.
What 245/40R18 means
A 245/40R18 tyre is 245 mm wide across the tread. The sidewall is 40% of that width, about 98 mm tall, and it fits a 18-inch rim. That puts the overall diameter at roughly 653 mm, or about 487 wheel revolutions per kilometre. The R stands for radial construction.
Load index and speed rating
Tyres listed in 245/40R18 carry load indexes from 93 (650 kg per tyre) to 97 (730 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 245/40R18
Performance (53), Touring (20), All season (4).
Brands in 245/40R18
The brands with the most 245/40R18 options are Michelin (14), Pirelli (9), Continental (6), Yokohama (6), Bridgestone (5), Kumho (4), Atlas (3), BFGoodrich (3).
Frequently asked questions
What cars use 245/40R18 tyres?
Selected Subaru WRX, Ford Falcon, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, BMW 3 Series and Audi A4 variants commonly use 245/40R18 tyres. Fitment varies by year, variant and wheel package. Do not rely on the vehicle model alone. Check the current tyre sidewall or the vehicle tyre placard, including the required load index and speed rating, before ordering.
Are 245/40R18 all terrain tyres available?
This size is mainly intended for performance and luxury cars, not 4WD or ute applications. The catalogue has only three highway terrain listings and no clear reason to choose an all terrain pattern for this fitment. For normal road use, compare performance, touring, summer and limited all-season options against the vehicle placard and your driving conditions.
What does 245/40R18 mean?
It means a tyre 245 mm wide with a sidewall 40% of that width (about 98 mm), radial construction, for a 18-inch rim. The load index and speed rating follow the size on the sidewall, for example 245/40R18 91V.
How much are 245/40R18 tyres?
Right now 245/40R18 tyres range from $78 to $720 each including GST, depending on brand, tread type and load rating. A set of four starts from $312.
Which load index and speed rating do I need for 245/40R18?
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 245/40R18 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.