245/40R20 tyres
Compare 94 tyres in 245/40R20 (also written 245/40 R20 or 245 40 20) from 36 brands, priced from $107 to $1,072 each including GST. Tread types in this size include performance, touring, summer and highway terrain. Choose delivery to your address, or have them sent to a Tyroola fitting partner near you to be fitted and balanced.
Vehicles that use 245/40R20
Verified Australian-market examples include selected BMW 5 Series and 7 Series models, BMW X4 variants, Mercedes-Benz S-Class models, and performance vehicles such as the BMW M2, M3 and M4, Audi RS3 and RS5, and Mercedes-AMG C43 and C63. Pirelli lists approved 245/40R20 applications for BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Volvo, while Bridgestone identifies the size as original equipment on the front of some 2020 BMW 7 Series models.
Fitment varies by year, variant and wheel package. Check the tyre placard or current tyre sidewall before ordering. Tyroola can send tyres Australia-wide or to a nationwide Tyroola fitting partner for fitting and balancing.
Choosing a 245/40R20 tyre
The catalogue includes 94 products from 36 brands, with 245/40R20 tyres price options from $107 to $1072 per tyre, including GST. Performance tyres make up most listings and suit drivers who prioritise steering response and dry-road grip. Touring patterns are a practical choice for regular road use, while summer options suit warm-weather driving.
There is one all season listing and no strong reason to choose 245/40R20 all terrain tyres for the passenger cars commonly using this size. Cheap 245/40R20 tyres can reduce the purchase cost, but compare the tread type, brand, load and speed markings, and whether the tyre matches any manufacturer approval. Filter by brand, speed rating, tread type and stock, or compare patterns such as Pzero, Pzero PZ4, E Primacy and Turanza 6.
What 245/40R20 means
A 245/40R20 tyre is 245 mm wide across the tread. The sidewall is 40% of that width, about 98 mm tall, and it fits a 20-inch rim. That puts the overall diameter at roughly 704 mm, or about 452 wheel revolutions per kilometre. The R stands for radial construction.
Load index and speed rating
Tyres listed in 245/40R20 carry load indexes from 95 (690 kg per tyre) to 99 (775 kg per tyre) and speed ratings 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 245/40R20
Performance (54), Touring (20), Highway terrain (3).
Brands in 245/40R20
The brands with the most 245/40R20 options are Pirelli (15), Continental (10), Michelin (10), Yokohama (7), Bridgestone (5), Goodyear (4), Kumho (4), Atlas (2).
Frequently asked questions
What cars use 245/40R20 tyres?
Selected BMW 5 Series, BMW 7 Series and BMW X4 models use 245/40R20 tyres, as do some Mercedes-Benz S-Class vehicles. The size is also found on performance models including the BMW M2, M3 and M4, Audi RS3 and RS5, and Mercedes-AMG C43 and C63. Fitment varies by year, variant and wheel package, so check the tyre placard or sidewall before buying.
Are 245/40R20 tyres suitable for SUVs or 4WDs?
This is mainly a low-profile passenger-car and performance size. Some catalogue products are marked for 4x4 or SUV applications, including selected BMW X4 fitments, but that does not mean the size suits every SUV or 4WD. Check the vehicle tyre placard and choose a tyre with the required markings. All terrain tread is generally not relevant for this road-focused size.
What does 245/40R20 mean?
It means a tyre 245 mm wide with a sidewall 40% of that width (about 98 mm), radial construction, for a 20-inch rim. The load index and speed rating follow the size on the sidewall, for example 245/40R20 91V.
How much are 245/40R20 tyres?
Right now 245/40R20 tyres range from $107 to $1,072 each including GST, depending on brand, tread type and load rating. A set of four starts from $428.
Which load index and speed rating do I need for 245/40R20?
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 245/40R20 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.