Best 225/40R18 Tires in 2026: 12 Listings by Stated Specs
The Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 PLUS has the highest speed symbol among these 225/40R18 listings, and its listing states an all-season tread and XL construction. The guide below covers 12 listings selected from a 13-tire pool using the specifications each seller provides. Prices on this page are live listing prices, and nobody on staff has mounted or driven these tires.
12 picks from 13 tires that match this guide with a price we can quote today. The prices below are current and each carries its read time.
Quick picks
The best fit for you
- For winter driving: The VikingContact 8 is the only listed tire with winter tread stated by the seller, and it carries a 92T XL service description. See pick 5
- For one-axle replacement: The GT Radial MaxClimate two-tire set bundles a matching pair of all-weather 225/40R18 tires when two are needed. See pick 12
- For the highest all-season speed symbol: The ExtremeContact DWS06 PLUS is the only listed tire with a 92Y speed symbol and a stated all-season tread. See pick 1
- For a full set in one order: The Mastertrack M-TRAC HP four-tire set is a single listing for four 225/40R18 tires, with a 92W XL service description. See pick 9
Our 12 picks
1 Best overall
Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 PLUS UHP All Season 225/40ZR18 92Y XL
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Tread
- All Season
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
$162.24 price as of 2026-10-05 05:34 UTC (Details)
The ExtremeContact DWS06 PLUS is the only listed tire with a 92Y speed symbol, the highest speed symbol among the 12 listed tires. Its listing also states an all-season tread and XL construction, so it pairs the top speed symbol here with a year-round tread.
Pros
- 92Y speed symbol, the highest speed symbol among the 12 listed tires
- All-season tread stated by the seller
- XL construction stated in the size
- Continental brand name in the listing
Cons
- Sold as a single tire; the listing does not state a set quantity
- No UTQG grades appear in the listing fields
Good fit if
- Drivers who want the highest speed symbol in an all-season 225/40R18
- Buyers who want all-season tread and XL construction in one tire
Skip if
- You need winter tread; the listing states all-season only
- You want a four-tire set in a single listing
Verdict: The all-season tire with the highest speed symbol in this pool; its stated specification includes all-season tread.
2 Best all-season with AS marking
FALKEN 225/40R18 92W XL FALKEN ZIEX ZE960 AS BW
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
$143.00 price as of 2026-10-05 05:40 UTC (Details)
The Falken ZIEX ZE960 AS has a 92W XL service description and the AS designation in its listing name, so it appears as an AS-marked option among the W-speed-symbol listings here. The tread type is not in the specification fields, so the AS in the product name and the stated rim size are the main details.
Pros
- AS designation appears in the product name
- 92W XL service description
- 18-inch rim size stated
Cons
- Tread type not stated by the seller in the specification fields
- Sold as a single tire; set quantity not stated
- No UTQG grades in the listing fields
Good fit if
- Shoppers who want a 92W XL tire with an AS name
- Buyers replacing a single 225/40R18 tire
Skip if
- You need the tread type stated in the specifications
- You want a four-tire bundle
Verdict: A 92W XL tire with an AS marking, limited by the missing tread-type field.
3 Best 92W XL single-tire listing
Nitto Neo Gen 225/40R18XL 92W BSW
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
$158.07 price as of 2026-10-05 06:06 UTC (Details)
The Nitto Neo Gen shares the 92W XL service description found on several other listed tires and carries the Nitto brand name. Its specification fields include the 18-inch rim but not the tread type, so it offers a familiar brand without an explicit tread category in the listing.
Pros
- 92W XL service description
- 18-inch rim size stated
- Nitto brand name in the listing
Cons
- Tread type not stated by the seller
- Sold as a single tire; set quantity not stated
- No UTQG grades in the listing fields
Good fit if
- Drivers who want a 92W XL 225/40R18
- Buyers looking for a single-tire listing
Skip if
- You need a stated tread type
- You prefer a four-tire set
Verdict: A clear 92W XL specification with a stated brand, but the listing omits the tread type.
4 Best summer tire
Continental ContiSportContact 5 SSR Passenger Car Summer High
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Tread
- Summer
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
$229.86 price as of 2026-10-05 05:33 UTC (Details)
The ContiSportContact 5 SSR is the only listed tire whose specification field states summer tread. The listing also includes SSR and RF markings, which distinguish it from all-season, all-weather, and winter tires in this group.
Pros
- Summer tread stated by the seller
- SSR and RF designations in the listing name
- Continental brand and 18-inch rim size stated
Cons
- Load index and speed symbol not stated in the listing fields
- Sold as a single tire; set quantity not stated
- Winter capability is not claimed in the listing
Good fit if
- Drivers who want the only stated summer tire in this pool
- Buyers interested in the SSR and RF markings in the name
Skip if
- You need an all-season or winter tire
- You want the load index and speed symbol shown in the listing
Verdict: The summer-tread listing in this 225/40R18 pool, with the caveat that the load index and speed symbol are unspecified.
5 Best winter tire
Continental VikingContact 8 Passenger Car Winter Touring Radial
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Tread
- Winter
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
$241.86 price as of 2026-10-05 05:34 UTC (Details)
The VikingContact 8 is the only listed tire with winter tread stated by the seller. Its 92T XL service description has the lowest speed symbol in this pool, but the winter tread is what makes it the cold-weather choice among 225/40R18 listings.
Pros
- Winter tread stated by the seller
- XL construction stated in the size
- 92T XL service description in the listing name
Cons
- T speed symbol, the lowest speed symbol among these listed tires
- Sold as a single tire; set quantity not stated
- No UTQG grades in the listing fields
Good fit if
- Drivers who need a winter tire in 225/40R18
- Buyers who want XL construction in a winter tire
Skip if
- You want a year-round tire
- You need a speed symbol higher than T
Verdict: The only stated winter tire in this pool, preferable when cold-weather fit matters more than speed symbol.
6 Best AS-branded black-sidewall listing
Ironman iMove Gen2 AS 225/40R18XL 92W BSW
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
$70.08 price as of 2026-10-05 05:52 UTC (Details)
The Ironman iMove Gen2 AS combines a 92W XL service description with AS and BSW designations in the listing name. It is an AS-marked alternative to the Falken and Nitto listings when the black-sidewall marking is part of what you need.
Pros
- AS and BSW designations in the listing name
- 92W XL service description
- 18-inch rim size stated
Cons
- Tread type not stated by the seller in the specification fields
- Sold as a single tire; set quantity not stated
- No UTQG grades in the listing fields
Good fit if
- Shoppers who want a 92W XL tire with a BSW marking
- Buyers looking for black-sidewall single-tire listings
Skip if
- You need the tread type in the specifications
- You want a four-tire set
Verdict: A 92W XL choice with AS and BSW markings, limited by the missing tread-type field.
7 Best all-season with a ZR size designation
Fullway HP108 225/40ZR18 92W XL All Season High Performance Tire
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Tread
- All Season
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
$81.93 price as of 2026-10-05 05:43 UTC (Details)
The Fullway HP108 is one of the few listed tires whose listing states all-season tread, and its size is written as 225/40ZR18. With a 92W XL service description, it aligns with the other W-speed-symbol listings while using the ZR form of the size.
Pros
- All-season tread stated by the seller
- 92W XL service description
- ZR appears in the size designation
Cons
- Sold as a single tire; set quantity not stated
- No UTQG grades in the listing fields
- No warranty or tread depth details in the pool fields
Good fit if
- Drivers who want a stated all-season tread with a W speed symbol
- Buyers who want the ZR form of the size in the listing
Skip if
- You want a four-tire set in one listing
- You require UTQG grades from the listing
Verdict: An all-season specification with a W speed symbol and the ZR size form, but the listing omits set size and quality-grade details.
8 Best all-season with P-metric sizing
Goodride RP88 All Season P225/40R18 92V XL Passenger Tire
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Tread
- All Season
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
$92.25 price as of 2026-10-05 05:46 UTC (Details)
The Goodride RP88 is the only listed tire whose listing writes the size as P225/40R18 and states all-season tread. Its 92V XL service description is below the W and Y speed symbols in this guide, which makes it a more moderate speed choice for everyday use.
Pros
- All-season tread stated by the seller
- P-metric size designation in the listing name
- 92V XL service description
Cons
- V speed symbol, lower than the W and Y speed symbols in this guide
- Sold as a single tire; set quantity not stated
- No UTQG grades in the listing fields
Good fit if
- Drivers who want a stated all-season tire with P-metric sizing
- Buyers who accept a V speed symbol
Skip if
- You want the highest speed symbol available
- You prefer a four-tire bundle
Verdict: A stated all-season tire with P-metric sizing and a V speed symbol, easy to distinguish from the faster tires here.
9 Best four-tire set with 92W XL
Set of 4 Mastertrack M-TRAC HP 225/40R18 92W XL High Performance Tires
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
- Sold as
- Set of 4
$348.41 price as of 2026-10-05 06:15 UTC (Details)
The Mastertrack M-TRAC HP is sold as a set of four, so one listing covers four 225/40R18 tires. Its 92W XL service description matches the single-tire W-speed-symbol listings while removing the need to order four separate items.
Pros
- Set of four stated in the listing name
- 92W XL service description
- 18-inch rim size stated
Cons
- Tread type not stated by the seller
- Only one Mastertrack listing appears in this pool
- No UTQG grades in the listing fields
Good fit if
- Drivers who want all four tires from one listing
- Buyers who want a 92W XL set
Skip if
- You need only one or two tires
- You require a stated tread type
Verdict: The 92W XL four-tire set in this pool, convenient for a full replacement but short on tread-type detail.
10 Best all-weather tire
Set of 4 (FOUR) GT Radial MaxClimate Passenger Car All-Weather Touring
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Tread
- All Weather
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
- Sold as
- Set of 4
$388.66 price as of 2026-10-05 06:15 UTC (Details)
The GT Radial MaxClimate set of four is the only listed tire whose specification field states all-weather tread. With a 92V XL service description and a set-of-four quantity, it bundles a matching all-weather order in a single listing.
Pros
- All-weather tread stated by the seller
- Set of four stated in the listing name
- 92V XL service description
Cons
- V speed symbol, lower than the W and Y speed symbols in this guide
- No winter-service symbol appears in the pool fields
- No UTQG grades in the listing fields
Good fit if
- Drivers who want an all-weather tire and a full set in one order
- Buyers who want a 92V XL service description with all-weather tread
Skip if
- You want a higher speed symbol than V
- You prefer to buy a single tire at a time
Verdict: The all-weather tire in this pool, sold as a four-tire set with a 92V XL service description.
11 Highest load index
Continental ContiProContact all_ Terrain Radial Tire-P225/40R18 101H
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
$164.73 price as of 2026-10-05 05:33 UTC (Details)
The listing named Continental ContiProContact carries a 101H service description, and 101 is the highest load index among the 12 listed tires. The pool records the brand as SUMITOMO, so this is the listing to consider when a higher load index matters more than the brand field.
Pros
- 101H service description, the highest load index among the 12 listed tires
- 18-inch rim size stated
- Vehicle type stated as car and SUV
Cons
- Tread type not stated by the seller
- Brand is shown as SUMITOMO in the pool even though the product name begins with Continental
- H speed symbol, lower than the W, V, and Y speed symbols in this guide
Good fit if
- Drivers who need a 225/40R18 with a higher load index than 92
- Buyers who are comfortable with the SUMITOMO brand field
Skip if
- You require a speed symbol of W or higher
- You want a stated tread type in the listing
Verdict: The 101H listing has the highest load index in this 225/40R18 group, with a caveat about the brand field and a missing tread type.
12 Best two-tire set for one-axle replacement
Set of 2 (TWO) GT Radial MaxClimate Passenger Car All-Weather Touring
- Vehicle
- Car and SUV
- Tread
- All Weather
- Rim size
- 18 in
- Tire size
- 225/40R18
- Sold as
- Set of 2
$194.66 price as of 2026-10-05 06:15 UTC (Details)
This GT Radial MaxClimate listing bundles two matching 225/40R18 tires for one-axle replacements. It shares the all-weather tread and 92V XL service description of the four-tire GT Radial listing while offering a smaller pack size.
Pros
- Set of two stated in the listing name
- All-weather tread stated by the seller
- 92V XL service description
Cons
- V speed symbol, lower than the W and Y speed symbols in this guide
- The same model is also available as a set of four in this pool
- No UTQG grades in the listing fields
Good fit if
- Drivers replacing two tires on the same axle
- Buyers who want all-weather tread without ordering four tires
Skip if
- You need four tires and prefer one set-of-four listing
- You want a higher speed symbol than V
Verdict: A two-tire all-weather set for one-axle replacements, with the same 92V XL service description as the four-tire GT Radial set.
Specifications side by side
How the picks were chosen
The source pool for this guide has 13 225/40R18 listings. The 12 covered here include every listing that states the 225/40R18 size and an 18-inch rim, except the GT Radial MaxClimate mixed-size set that pairs two 225/40R18 tires with two 245/45R18 tires. Shortlisting used the stated specifications: tread type, speed symbol, load index, XL designation, set quantity, brand, and special markings such as SSR. Established maker listings were kept when the stated specifications were otherwise similar. Prices shown on this page are live prices read from the store listing at the time displayed, so they change. This site does not test tires in-house; the guide is based on the catalog specifications and the maker's published information. When a specification is absent, the note says 'not stated by the seller.'
Picking the right one for you
Read the load index and speed symbol together
Every listed tire in this guide is a 225/40R18 tire, and most listing names include a service description such as 92Y, 92W, 92V, 101H, or 92T. The number is the load index, and the letter is the speed symbol. Under 49 CFR 571.139, an XL tire is designed to operate at higher loads and higher inflation pressure than a corresponding standard tire. When choosing between listings, use the load index and speed symbol from the vehicle placard as the starting point.
Match the tread type to your climate
The stated tread categories in the pool are all-season, all-weather, summer, and winter. Fullway, Goodride, and the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 PLUS list all-season tread; the GT Radial MaxClimate sets list all-weather tread; the ContiSportContact 5 SSR lists summer tread; and the VikingContact 8 lists winter tread. Several other listings do not include a tread type in their specification fields, including the Nitto Neo Gen, Ironman iMove Gen2 AS, Falken ZIEX ZE960 AS, Mastertrack M-TRAC HP, and the ContiProContact listing. If the field is missing, the guide says 'not stated by the seller,' and you should verify the tread on the tire sidewall before buying.
Confirm fit with the vehicle placard
All 12 listed tires are 225/40R18 tires with an 18-inch rim, but the correct tire for your vehicle also depends on load index, speed symbol, and rim width. Federal tire selection rules for light vehicles require that the load a vehicle places on the tire not exceed the maximum load marked on the sidewall. Before ordering, check the size and load index on the vehicle placard in the driver's door jamb against the service description in the listing. The placard is also the source the Department of Energy recommends for the correct cold inflation pressure.
Check inflation pressure and TPMS before you mount anything
Proper inflation matters for any 225/40R18 tire. The Department of Energy reports that keeping tires inflated to the proper pressure can improve gas mileage by 0.6% on average, and that under-inflated tires can lower gas mileage by about 0.2% for every 1 psi drop. The correct pressure is on the placard in the driver's door jamb or in the owner's manual, not the maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall. Federal TPMS rules require a warning when tire pressure falls 25 percent below the vehicle manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure.
Understand the DOT quality grades
Under 49 CFR 575.104, passenger tires carry uniform quality grades for treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance, molded into the sidewall or printed on a label on the tread. None of the listings in this guide include those grades in the specification fields, so the grades are not part of what the listing states. Read the grades on the tires themselves and use them together with size, load index, and speed symbol when choosing.
Decide between single-tire and set listings
The source pool includes single-tire listings, a set of two, and two sets of four. If you need four tires, the Mastertrack M-TRAC HP set of four and the GT Radial MaxClimate set of four each bundle a full set in one listing. If you are replacing two tires, the GT Radial MaxClimate set of two is the only two-tire bundle in this pool. Single-tire listings such as the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 PLUS allow you to buy exactly one, but their listing names do not state a set quantity, so confirm the quantity before checkout.
Questions
What does XL mean on a 225/40R18 tire?
XL stands for extra load. Under 49 CFR 571.139, an extra load tire is designed to operate at higher loads and higher inflation pressure than a corresponding standard tire. Many listings in this guide carry XL in the size string, including the 92W XL and 92V XL service descriptions. Use the maximum load marked on the sidewall and the vehicle placard to confirm the tire meets your vehicle's needs.
What do the numbers in 225/40R18 mean?
225/40R18 is the size designation on every listed tire in this guide, and each listing shows an 18-inch rim. In the federal standards, radial ply construction means the ply cords run at substantially 90 degrees to the tread centerline, and rim diameter means the nominal diameter of the bead seat. The vehicle placard in the driver's door jamb lists the original size and recommended cold inflation pressure, and that placard is the reference to use before ordering.
Can I use any of these 225/40R18 tires on my car?
Not necessarily. Federal tire selection rules require that the load a vehicle places on the tire not exceed the maximum load marked on the sidewall, so the load index matters as much as the size. Check the load index and speed symbol in the listing, for example 92W, 92V, or 101H, against the original tire size and load information on your vehicle placard. When in doubt, check the owner's manual or ask a tire service professional.
Are UTQG grades included in these listings?
No. None of the listings in this guide state treadwear, traction, or temperature grades in the specification fields. Under 49 CFR 575.104, passenger tires must have these uniform quality grades molded into the sidewall or printed on a label on the tread, so the grades can be read on the tires themselves. Where a listing does not state a specification, this guide says 'not stated by the seller.'
Why are some tires sold as sets of two or four?
Tire listings can bundle one, two, or four tires. A set of four is convenient when replacing all four tires, and a set of two is useful when only one axle needs new tires. The Mastertrack M-TRAC HP and GT Radial MaxClimate four-tire sets, and the GT Radial MaxClimate two-tire set, state their pack sizes in the listing names. Single-tire listings let you buy exactly one tire, but confirm the quantity before ordering.
What should I do if a listing does not state the tread type?
Treat it as 'not stated by the seller' and do not assume it is all-season. Several listings in this guide, including the Nitto Neo Gen, Ironman iMove Gen2 AS, Falken ZIEX ZE960 AS, Mastertrack M-TRAC HP, and the ContiProContact listing, do not include tread type in their specification fields. The tire sidewall will show the tread type and quality grades, so inspect the tire when it arrives or ask the seller for the missing specification.
Revision notes
- : First published.
Sources
- 49 CFR 571.139 - New pneumatic radial tires for light vehicles
- 49 CFR 571.109 - Standard No. 109; New pneumatic tires
- 49 CFR 571.110 - Tire selection and rims for light vehicles
- 49 CFR 575.104 - Uniform tire quality grading standards
- 49 CFR 571.138 - Tire pressure monitoring systems
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