Ford Explorer Tire Sizes & Rim Dimensions by Model Year and Trim

The Ford Explorer features a range of tire sizes and rim dimensions that vary by model year and trim level. Common tire size markings include P255/50R20, P265/50R20, and LT245/65R17, reflecting differences in width, aspect ratio, and wheel diameter.\n\nRim widths typically range from 7.5 to 9 inches, paired with diameters mostly between 17 and 20 inches depending on the Explorer trim. Limited and Platinum trims often come with larger wheels for enhanced styling and performance.\n\nWhen comparing trims, it's essential to verify exact tire markings and rim sizes to ensure correct fitment and optimal driving dynamics. Matching tire size to rim width maintains safety and vehicle handling characteristics.\n\nConsulting tire size markings for each model year helps in selecting compatible tires and rims, especially when considering aftermarket options or replacement tires.

Year
Make / model / trim Year Tire size Wheel
Ford Explorer 3.52026245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 4.02026245/65R177" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.0i2026225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.62026245/70R167" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.6i2026245/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.92026225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.02026255/65R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52025245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 4.02025245/65R177" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.0i2025225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.62025245/70R167" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.6i2025245/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.92025225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.02025255/65R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52024245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 4.02024245/65R177" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.0i2024225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.62024245/70R167" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.6i2024245/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.92024225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.02024255/65R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52023245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 4.02023245/65R177" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.0i2023225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.62023245/70R167" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.6i2023245/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.92023225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.02023255/65R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52022245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 4.02022245/65R177" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.0i2022225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.62022245/70R167" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.6i2022245/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.92022225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.02022255/65R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52021245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 4.02021245/65R177" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.0i2021225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.62021245/70R167" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.6i2021245/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.92021225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.02021255/65R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52020245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 4.02020245/65R177" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.0i2020225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.62020245/70R167" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.6i2020245/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.92020225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.02020255/65R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52019245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52018245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52017245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52016245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52015245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52014245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52013245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52012245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 3.52011245/60R188" × 18"
Ford Explorer 4.02010245/65R177" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.02009245/65R177" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.02008245/65R177" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.02007245/65R177" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.62007245/70R167" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.02006235/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.6i2006245/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.02005235/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.6i2005245/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.02004235/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.6i2004245/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.02003235/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.6i2003245/70R168" × 17"
Ford Explorer 4.0i2002225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.92002225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.02002225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.0i2001225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.92001225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.02001225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.0i2000225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.92000225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.02000225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.0i1999225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.91999225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.01999225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.0i1998225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.91998225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.01998225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.0i1997225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.91997225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.01997225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.0i1996225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.91996225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.01996225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.0i1995225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 4.91995225/70R156" × 15"
Ford Explorer 5.01995225/70R156" × 15"

For bolt pattern (PCD), offset ET, center bore, and mounting details, open the bolt pattern page for Ford Explorer.

FAQ

How do I find the tire size for my Ford Explorer?
Check the tire sidewall markings or the sticker inside the driver's door jamb for the recommended tire size specific to your model year and trim.
Can I use rims with different diameters between Explorer trims?
Rims must match the diameter specified for your trim to ensure proper fit and avoid safety or performance issues.
Why do tire sizes vary between Ford Explorer trims?
Different trims target various performance and styling goals, which affects tire width, aspect ratio, and rim diameter choices.
Tire size calculatorShow

Compare two tire sizes — diameter, speedometer error, and clearance change.

inchmm
Size 1Size 2DiffDiff(%)
Diameter25.0"25.4"0.5"1.89%
Width7.7"8.5"0.8"10.26%
Circumference78.4"79.9"1.5"1.86%
Profile height5.0"4.2"-0.7"-15.08%
Turnover per mile80779314-1.73%
Clearance--+0.2"-
25.0"
7.7"
old tire side
25.5"
8.5"
new tire side
old tire
15"
old rim
5.0"
new tire
17"
new rim
4.2"

Speedometer Error

(First wheel OEM size)

Reading20 mph30 mph40 mph50 mph60 mph70 mph80 mph90 mph
Actual20.430.540.750.961.171.281.491.6