What size tires are on a Lexus ES 350?
The tire size on a Lexus ES 350 varies by model year and wheel package, but most recent models use 235/45R18 on 18-inch wheels. To be certain of your exact size, check the door jamb placard or the owner's manual for your specific vehicle.
How to determine your exact tire size
Use these steps to locate the original tire size for your vehicle and verify the size of the tires currently installed.
- Inspect the sticker on the driver’s side door jamb. It lists the original tire size and the recommended cold tire pressures for front and rear tires.
- Look at the sidewall of any tire mounted on your car. The size is printed as a sequence such as P235/45R18; the first number is the width in millimeters, the slash-number is the aspect ratio, the R denotes radial construction, and the final number is the wheel diameter in inches.
- Consult the owner’s manual or Lexus service information for your model year; if you have the VIN handy, you can pull the original spec from official databases or a Lexus dealer.
- If you’ve upgraded or swapped wheels, your current tires may differ from the original specification; verify the replacement size and consider the overall diameter to preserve speedometer accuracy.
Note: When replacing tires, try to match the overall diameter of the original setup to maintain braking performance and speedometer accuracy. If you’re considering a wheel upgrade, consult a tire professional to choose a size that maintains the correct rolling circumference.
Common tire sizes you may encounter on the ES 350
The ES 350 has used several tire sizes across its generations. The most common contemporary configuration is 235/45R18 on 18-inch wheels. Some trims and earlier years utilized different wheel sizes, including 17-inch configurations, which can feature slightly different tire sizes depending on year and package.
- 235/45R18 — the standard size on many ES 350 models equipped with 18-inch wheels
- 17-inch wheel configurations — various equivalent sizes around 235-width tires with a 17-inch diameter, depending on the year and trim
Always verify with the door placard on your specific vehicle to ensure you have the exact size, especially if you are purchasing tires or planning a wheel change.
Verification and care tips
If you’re replacing tires or changing wheels, stay within the manufacturer’s recommended size or carefully calculate the rolling diameter to avoid speedometer and handling issues. A tire professional can help you select a size that preserves the ES 350’s intended performance characteristics.
Summary
The Lexus ES 350 does not have a single universal tire size applicable to every model year. In recent years, 235/45R18 on 18-inch wheels is the most common stock size, but older trims and different wheel packages can use 17-inch configurations with slightly different sizes. To be sure, always check the door placard, your owner’s manual, or Lexus build information for your specific vehicle.
