Best 205/40 R18 Tires. Rims & Conversion Info
Best 205/40 R18 Summer Tires
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
Overall: 83.5% Dry: 86.7%Wet: 89%Comfort: 80.5%Wear: 75%Buy again: 80%Check on Amazon
Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701
Overall: 82.1% Dry: 84.3%Wet: 82%Comfort: 78%Wear: 76%Buy again: 86%Check on Amazon
Bridgestone Potenza S007A
Overall: 81% Dry: 84.7%Wet: 72%Comfort: 82%Wear: 83%Buy again: 76%Check on Amazon
Pirelli P Zero
Overall: 60.3% Dry: 83%Wet: 72.5%Comfort: 70.5%Wear: 57%Buy again: 56%Check on Amazon
Pirelli P Zero PZ4 Run Flat
Overall: 51% Dry: 90%Wet: 80%Comfort: 73%Wear: 56%Check on Amazon
Pirelli Cinturato P7 Run Flat
Overall: 33.5% Dry: 79.5%Wet: 75.5%Comfort: 59%Wear: 45%Check on Amazon
Bridgestone Potenza RE050A RFT
Overall: 27% Dry: 79%Wet: 64%Comfort: 52%Wear: 43%Check on AmazonBest 205/40 R18 Winter Tires
Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 Run Flat
Overall: 84% Dry: 87%Wet: 88%Snow: 84%Comfort: 83%Wear: 80%Check on Amazon205/40 R18 in inches
205/40 R18 tires' overall diameter is 24.5 inches, tire width is 8.1 inches, the tire can be mounted on 18 inches wheel and the circumference is 77". With that parameters, we can calculate that it will take approximately 822.9 revolutions per mile.
So the closest metric tire size of 205/40R18 existing size in inches is 33x10.50R18, which is 34.69% taller and 29.63% wider.
You can use our handy tire size calculator to compare 205/40 R18 vs 33x10.50R18.
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What rims fit 205/40 R18 tires?
For each tire size there often there are several wheel sizes. You can't put too wide tires on narrow rims or vice versa. Here is what size of the wheels your vehicle needs for 205/40 R18 tires:
Rim diameter x rim width
- 18x7
- 18x7.5
- 18x8
205/40 R18 – what does it mean?
| Parameter | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 205 | The first number shows that the tire has a section width of 205 mm or approximately 8.1 inches. |
| 40 | The second number is the aspect ratio or sidewall height. In this case, it is 40%. It shows the height of the tire from the ground to the rim edge or the height of the tire's cross-section which is 40% of the width or ~ 82mm |
| R18 | The letter R means this tire is radial. Most of all tires nowadays are radial. The number is the tire diameter in inches. It means that the tire will fit 18-inch wheels |
If you want to know more about how to decipher information inscribed on your tires, including aspects such as the tire height, tire width, and the diameter of the wheel, this guide provides an in-depth look at how to read a tire sidewall. These measurements can reveal a wealth of information about your tire's specifications and suitability for your vehicle. Mastering these details will allow you to make informed decisions when buying or replacing your tires.