Nissan Trucks Murano Tires

Nissan Murano helped define the modern car-based crossover when it arrived for 2003, blending SUV ride height with a more road-focused platform and a distinctly contemporary design. Across its long production run in this listing, the Nissan Murano spans from 2003 through 2026, covering several styling and equipment changes that affect tire selection more than many buyers expect. Tire choice is not a one-size-fits-all matter here because the model moves across multiple wheel diameters over time, with two sizes offered in many later years and a further change for 2025. The first thing to confirm on any Nissan Murano is the actual wheel diameter fitted to the vehicle: 18, 20, or 21 inches.

Nissan Trucks Murano Tire Size Guide

Nissan Trucks Murano production changed wheel diameters during this span, starting with 18-inch fitments, adding 20-inch fitments in 2009, and introducing a 21-inch fitment in 2025. Across 2003 to 2026, this model group uses four distinct tire sizes. All four sizes use modern metric radial sizing, so the numbers describe section width in millimeters, aspect ratio, radial construction, and rim diameter in inches.

235/65R182003-2007, 2009-2024Metric radial

235/65R18 is the long-running Nissan Trucks Murano size used from 2003 through 2007 and again from 2009 through 2024 on vehicles equipped with 18-inch wheels. The code indicates a 235 mm section width, a 65 aspect ratio, radial construction, and an 18-inch rim diameter. Choose this size for Muranos that retain the 18-inch wheel package, and verify the wheel itself before selection because many later years also offered a larger-diameter alternative.

235/55R202009-2024Metric radial

235/55R20 fits Nissan Trucks Murano applications from 2009 through 2024 when the vehicle was equipped with 20-inch wheels rather than the 18-inch setup. The code means 235 mm section width, a 55 aspect ratio, radial construction, and a 20-inch rim diameter. Choose this size only for Muranos carrying the 20-inch wheel package, since the same model years also appear with 18-inch tires.

255/50R212025-2026Metric radial

255/50R21 is one of the two Nissan Trucks Murano sizes listed for 2025 and 2026, used on vehicles fitted with 21-inch wheels. The code identifies a 255 mm section width, a 50 aspect ratio, radial construction, and a 21-inch rim diameter. Choose this size only if the vehicle has the 21-inch wheel option, as those same years also use a different 20-inch fitment.

255/55R202025-2026Metric radial

255/55R20 is the alternate Nissan Trucks Murano fitment for 2025 and 2026 on vehicles equipped with 20-inch wheels. The code means 255 mm section width, a 55 aspect ratio, radial construction, and a 20-inch rim diameter. Choose this size for 2025-2026 Muranos with 20-inch wheels, and do not substitute it for the 21-inch setup without confirming the original wheel package.

Nissan Trucks Murano Tires by Year

The year listing below separates Nissan Trucks Murano fitments by model year so you can narrow the choices before comparing tires. Nissan Trucks Murano production changed from 18-inch to 20-inch wheels in 2009, and 21-inch wheels appear in 2025 — confirm which rim diameter the specific car carries before selecting a tire. In 2009-2024 and again in 2025-2026, two sizes are listed, so the wheel package matters as much as the model year.

Frequently Asked Questions

The FAQ below focuses on the Nissan Trucks Murano size changes from 18-inch to 20-inch and then 21-inch wheels, along with practical guidance for choosing the correct metric radial size for the exact year and wheel package.

Size Basics & Fitment

Nissan Trucks Murano uses four tire sizes across the 2003-2026 span shown here. The 235/65R18 size fits 2003-2007 and 2009-2024 models with 18-inch wheels, while 235/55R20 fits 2009-2024 models with 20-inch wheels. For 2025-2026, the listed sizes are 255/55R20 for 20-inch wheels and 255/50R21 for 21-inch wheels.

The critical point is that year alone is not always enough to identify the correct tire on a Nissan Trucks Murano. From 2009 onward, wheel diameter becomes the deciding factor in many cases, so check the tire sidewall already on the vehicle, the wheel diameter, and the factory placard before choosing a replacement size.

A 2012 Nissan Trucks Murano has two sizes listed because that model year was offered with different wheel packages. One fitment uses 235/65R18 on 18-inch wheels, and the other uses 235/55R20 on 20-inch wheels. The difference is a rim-diameter split rather than a change in tire construction.

That means a 2012 Nissan Trucks Murano owner needs to identify the actual wheel diameter on the vehicle before selecting a tire. Measuring the wheel, reading the existing sidewall, or checking the factory tire placard will sort out the correct option quickly and help avoid choosing an 18-inch tire for a 20-inch wheel or the reverse.

Nissan Trucks Murano uses 18-inch, 20-inch, and 21-inch rim diameters across the years covered here. The earliest fitment is 18 inches, 20-inch wheels appear beginning in 2009 alongside the 18-inch option, and 21-inch wheels appear in 2025 alongside a 20-inch alternative. Rim diameter is built directly into these metric size codes as the final number.

That last number is the first compatibility check to make because the tire must match the wheel diameter exactly. If a Nissan Trucks Murano falls into a year with more than one listed size, confirm the wheel package first and then match the tire's width and aspect ratio to that wheel diameter.

Buying the Right Tire

A 2025 Nissan Trucks Murano can use either 255/55R20 or 255/50R21, depending on which wheel package the vehicle carries. The correct choice is determined by the actual rim diameter fitted to the car, not by year alone. A 20-inch wheel takes 255/55R20, while a 21-inch wheel takes 255/50R21.

The simplest way to confirm fitment on a 2025 Nissan Trucks Murano is to compare the wheel size and the existing tire sidewall before replacing anything. If the vehicle still has its original wheel package, that check usually settles the question immediately and keeps the replacement tire aligned with the vehicle's intended overall fitment.

Maintenance & Longevity

A Nissan Trucks Murano that sits for long periods should be stored on clean, properly inflated tires in a cool, dry, shaded space away from ozone sources such as electric motors, welders, and battery chargers. Long exposure to sunlight and heat accelerates rubber aging even when tread wear is low. Keeping the vehicle clean and the tires free of petroleum-based contamination also matters.

If the Nissan Trucks Murano will remain parked for extended periods, move it occasionally to avoid creating flat spots and maintain the recommended inflation pressure for the fitted size. Owners who store collector or low-mileage vehicles for a season at a time often benefit from regular visual checks for sidewall cracking, impact damage, or uneven settling.

Tires on a Nissan Trucks Murano should be inspected regularly even if the vehicle is driven infrequently. A monthly check is a sensible routine for pressure, visible cracking, punctures, irregular shoulder wear, and any bulges or cuts. Low-use vehicles can age their tires out before they wear them out, so calendar time matters as much as mileage.

Before longer drives, inspect the fitted size carefully and compare all four tires for matching condition and wear pattern. If a Nissan Trucks Murano has recently changed hands or has spent years in storage, a more thorough inspection by a tire professional is worthwhile because aging and underinflation damage are not always obvious at first glance.

Tires on a Nissan Trucks Murano should be replaced when age-related cracking, hardening, bulges, persistent vibration, impact damage, or irregular wear appear, even if the tread still looks usable. Tread depth alone is not the full measure of serviceability on a lightly driven vehicle. Rubber condition, casing integrity, and uniformity are just as important.

For a Nissan Trucks Murano that spends much of its life as a second car or collector vehicle, replacement decisions should be made on overall condition and age as well as mileage. If the vehicle has been sitting for years, inspect each tire closely before returning it to regular road use, especially if there is any sign of weathering or sidewall deterioration.

Restoration & Authenticity

Nissan Trucks Murano appears here with four fitment groups across its production span: 235/65R18 for 2003-2007 and 2009-2024, 235/55R20 for 2009-2024, 255/55R20 for 2025-2026, and 255/50R21 for 2025-2026. Those sizes reflect the wheel and tire combinations associated with the listed years. Because some years show more than one fitment, the exact original tire for a specific vehicle depends on its factory wheel package.

For an accurate restoration or preservation-focused replacement on a Nissan Trucks Murano, compare the vehicle's build information, placard, and surviving original wheel size. On newer collector vehicles, authenticity usually comes down to matching the correct size and wheel diameter for the exact trim and option package rather than chasing a broad year-based assumption.

Correct tire fitment can affect how a Nissan Trucks Murano presents in preservation, enthusiast, and marque-focused settings because wheel diameter and overall tire proportions are part of the vehicle's original appearance. A Murano wearing the wrong 18-inch, 20-inch, or 21-inch fitment can look noticeably off even when the tire physically mounts to another wheel set. Accuracy matters most when the goal is faithful presentation.

Owners who care about originality should match the tire size to the vehicle's actual factory wheel package rather than choosing solely by appearance. Keeping the proper aspect ratio and rim diameter helps preserve stance, wheel-arch fill, and the visual balance Nissan intended for that particular Nissan Trucks Murano configuration.

A Nissan Trucks Murano falls into the modern era covered by metric radial sizes, so the correct restoration approach is usually to match the original size, aspect ratio, and wheel diameter first. Sidewall appearance matters, but it is secondary to getting the proper fitment group such as 235/65R18, 235/55R20, 255/55R20, or 255/50R21 for the exact vehicle. The right profile preserves the intended look more than a cosmetic sidewall detail alone.

For a Nissan Trucks Murano being kept close to factory presentation, start by confirming whether the vehicle was delivered on 18-inch, 20-inch, or 21-inch wheels. Once that is settled, choose a tire whose overall visual character suits the vehicle without altering the proportions that define the original stance and contemporary crossover design.

Safety & Road Use

A Nissan Trucks Murano fitted with the correct size in sound condition can be suitable for normal public-road use, but safety depends on more than matching the size code. Age, condition, inflation pressure, prior impact damage, and uniformity across the set all affect roadworthiness. A modern crossover places real demands on its tires, especially at highway speed.

Before using a Nissan Trucks Murano regularly, make sure all four tires match the intended fitment for the wheel package and inspect them for cracking, bulges, uneven wear, or vibration. If the vehicle has unknown service history or has sat for a long time, a professional inspection is a smart step before returning it to steady road duty.

Before driving a Nissan Trucks Murano, check inflation pressure, visible tire condition, tread wear pattern, and whether the fitted size matches the actual wheel diameter. This model family can use 18-inch, 20-inch, or 21-inch wheels depending on year and configuration, so a quick confirmation of sidewall size is worthwhile. Also look for cuts, nails, bulges, or sidewall cracking.

A short pre-drive inspection is especially important on a Nissan Trucks Murano that is driven occasionally rather than daily. Catching low pressure or age-related deterioration early helps preserve ride quality, steering response, and overall safety, and it reduces the chance of discovering a preventable problem once the vehicle is already out on the road.

A Nissan Trucks Murano should be driven at speeds appropriate to the condition, age, and specification of the tires actually fitted to it, not simply the vehicle's capability. Even the correct size can become a liability if the tires are aged, underinflated, or damaged. Real-world safety comes from condition first, then proper fitment.

If a Nissan Trucks Murano is wearing older tires or has spent long periods parked, keep speeds conservative until the tires have been thoroughly inspected and proven sound in service. For regular highway use, owners should be especially careful to maintain proper inflation and replace any tire that shows aging, vibration, or structural concerns.