Larger Tires for Stock 18" Rims
 

It's time for new tires on my '07 Outlander. I love this vehicle, but I've always thought the stock 225/55/18s looked too small. Any ideas on what the largest size I can go without rubbing? I'm sure that 235/55/18s would work, but has anyone tried 255/55/18s on the stock rims? There seems to be a lot of selection in both of those sizes. The 235s are less than a half inch wider and taller than stock, so I'm not sure how much different they will look, but the 255s are well over an inch larger in both dimensions which would look great, but might hit in some places.

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i have no idea. but i would think the 255 is pushing it. i know u can go 235

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I guess you should be aware about your speedometer before you do this , you can calculate the tolerance on your new tires here:
http://www.tyresave.co.uk/tyresize.html

I recently had Kuhmo's installed 235x55.18 and it still looks a bit small I agree. I did not take the risk to divert too much from the recommenced standard sizes. Maybe track this thread too:
http://outlander.freeforums.org/inde...9ec0d309f04f7b

There is section on standard 18" 225x55x18 and one about other sizes

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With 235/55 on 18in wheels, the speedometer is much more accurate than 225/55. I put the car on cruise control when the speedo reads 100kmh, checked the speed on the gps and the radar speed detector, all shows 99-100.

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Considering the 255's but really want to be sure they don't rub anything. Would looks great!

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i know there are a few people on this forum who have changed from the stock size. would you mind posting a picture of what the new profile from the front and rear looks like with the increased diameter? i am really curious, i would like to do this myself but I want to see an example or 2 before i make my final decision. anyone have a shot of such a case?

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not to sure about tire choice for 18" but as far as width goes 235 is perfect on the 16" wheels, i think it may have rubbed with 245 but not too sure cause the wheel width was only 6.5" and anything above 235 on that wheel would have been pushing it.
do you know the wheel width on your 18"s?
if you have 7" wheels like the new Lancer Ralliart, then 255 should be no problem as long as it doesn't rub.
if you want it to look mean, get a squared off AT tire.

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OK I have to admit that I'm a little surprised at the lack of response by members who have experimented with tire sizes. To satisfy my curiosity, and to be a service to those others who have the same question I went to my local tire dealer today and had a set of 255/55/18 Yokohama Geolander H/T-S test fit on my wife's '07 Outlander. The tires seem to fit with no problem so I bought them. They look great IMO, and fill the wheel wells much better than stock. No rubbing at full lock in either direction, and nothing hit on the 30 mile drive back home. Based solely on the trip computer it looks like the larger tires are going to cost about 1 to 2 mpg at 70mph. I'm not that concerned with the drop since I've been averaging about 26 mpg with the V6 (a lot more than I expected when I bought the vehicle). I didn't notice any drop in acceleration.

I will post an update after we put a few hundred miles on the new tires. There are some pretty rough roads down here in Galveston after Hurricane Ike, so I should be able to tell pretty quickly if there are going to be any real clearance issues. I doubt it though since there still seems to be a lot of room around the tire. The only place I'm really concerned with rubbing will be inside the rear wheel well lip when the back is loaded down. I'll try to fill it up with stuff next week to see if it rubs there. I will also post pictures as soon as I take some (and figure out how to post on this forum).

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Check this site out if your looking to upgrade your tires and wheels. It gives you all sorts or info on hypothetical sizes (odometer reading, wheel well clearance, etc.).

Kaiser, post some pics... before and after if possible.

http://www.rims-n-tires.com/rt_specs.jsp

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Maybe you can post some pic as well.. Do you notice any difference in the handling? With the bigger tires, thicker and bulging sidewall, do you have a wobbly car, especially when turning corners?

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joining thread.

I'll post pictures next week when I get back to Texas.

Sidewalls are noticably taller, but I haven't had any adverse handling issues. The car definitely hooks up better when accelerating from a stop. Even after having the TSB done it was still a little jumpy. Much better now.

Have you had a chance to take some pitures yet? It is about time to replace my oem tires and I am seriously considering jumping up to the same size you did. Thanks.

has anyone tried the Yokohama Parada Spec-X 235/55R18 ????
according to www.tirerack.com are top rated

so does putting 255 really makes a difference? Any pics?

Hey there,
I just picked up some 18" X 8" O.Z. rims and wanted to see how your tires looked.
Any details would be a bonus.

Thanks,
Chris in Ottawa

I dont want reanimate this ghost, but I am really looking for the pics of this post, I know this was posted 10 years ago, but I am lookig to change the tires on my Outlander.

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I have Enkei SUV Wheels 18 inch with 235/55/18 tires zero issues.

I'm running 235/60/18's on a 14 Outlander. They fit just fine and fill the wheel opening like they should have from the factory. Kenda Klever all terrains. They are a nice aggressive look and have done VERY WELL in this crappy winter weather.

I will most likely put these same tires on my 16 Outlander and the girls 17 Outlander sport.

Can you share some pictures bro? What PSI are you running your tires at?

I think Ive got them the same as my 16 Outlander. 37 fronts, 32-33 rears. To be honest, since the shop put them on in late Oct. We
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haven't done anything but drive it.
Here's some pics.

Thank you, those look awesome any rubbing with three passengers in the rear? I wonder if I can run 235/60/18 tires on my 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS V6

There is PLENTY of room for the rear tires to stuff in the wheel wells. The fronts were the only thing I was concerned with, but there's been zero issues with articulation or turning during going over bumps, ditches, etc..

FYI, if you want to compare for what would fit, you can use the link provided. I've used it to help decide on tires recently too. I just got some new aggressive tires for the girls 17 OS, and they're a 225/60R18. Stock tires come in at 27.7 inches. these come in at 28.6 inches. For comparison, the wifes new 235/60R18's come in at 29.1 inches tall. That's the tallest I'd personally go without doing some type of lift, and I did find out the aggressive tread she's got will chunk up more in the wheel well during slushy/snow, ice crap, but they rub right through the ice block with no issues. and honestly every ride experiences that at some point in crappy winter weather.
I'm looking to go with a 235/50R19 for my new set this spring and they'll be slightly taller than stock and should fill the wheel opening nicely. My other choice might be a 255/45R19 which is a lil shorter, but pretty beefy. I just don't know if I want the look of a super wide tire look like the BMW X5 has or the porche Cayman. I do have the nice wheels to go that wide if I choose, but we'll see. Check out the link below, or search tire size comparison chart. This one lets you put in your stock height and the tire size your thinking about going to and shows you the comparisons on width, height, rev's per mile, etc.


https://tiresize.com/comparison/

I did it, fit 255/55/18 BFGoodrich KO2’s on my 2017 Outlander GT... and it fits! No rubbing, looks gorgeous... real giddy about it. So yes, 255/55’s fit on the stock rim! You have 2 aggressive options, the KO2’s and the Nitto Terra Grappler G2’s. Here’s a pic of my car.
https://imgur.com/gallery/WbJjV8W
1.5” lift is coming soon. Found a kit through Fat Bob’s Garage in Utah. Here’s a pic of a dealer car they did.
https://imgur.com/a/E9kOmVy

Thank you so much! I have been seriously considering upgrading to this size and desperately trying to find real life experiences based on this size upgrade. I have a 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS 6cyl. And really wanted to upgrade for better tire coverage. So thank you!

Larger Tires for Stock 18” Rims
 

I put 235/60R18 on stock rims with 20mm hubcentric wheel spacers. No rubbing without the spacers, very slight and barely noticeable rubbing on full lock on rear part of wheel well only w/ spacers. Having it lifted 40mm, rubbing should go away.
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Hi Krakker, I'm looking to buy bigger tires for my ASX 15/16 (original size is 225/55R18).

My choice is 225/60R18 to gain a few cms in height. I don't know if 235/60 will fit. What your opinion since you have the same car in your house?

Sorry to bump an old post, but I didn't found any answer about that.

Tks.

Hi fam, new guy here i just gotta say that green line art on the grey mitsy just killed it. love it good to see my car looking mint like that.

Larger Tires for Stock 18" Rims
 

**** UPDATE *****
Recently did quite a few suspension mods / upgrades including brand new front control arms. After putting the new control arms on, back of the wheels were rubbing. Geometry was perfect after alignment was done, so I'm guessing that the bushings on the old control arms were just old and not as stiff as supposed to be? Anyway, just cut off the part that was rubbing, smoothed it out, put some masking tape on and sprayed it with plastidip to avoid any rust and all is well :)


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Hey bud. Just want to clarify.
so the 235/60R18 on stock rims (7 inch with 38 offset) with no wheel spacers ir lift didnt rub??
You said no rubbing but very slight and barely noticeable rubbing on full lock on rear part of wheel.

I'm about to buy a set of second hand rims with new tyres on it from a wheel shop.
wanted to go up to the 235\60r18 but want to make sure they will fit.
​​​​this is on a 2009 outlander, fully stock.​​​​