In 2012 Lamborghini offered two sharply different supercars under the same badge: the new Aventador with its flagship V12 presence and the Gallardo as the brand’s established V10 performer. Both sat firmly in the modern exotic category, where wheel and tire sizing play a major role in stance, balance, and intended use. Across 2012 Lamborghini models, four tire sizes appear, and they vary by model rather than carrying across the full range. The practical choice starts with identifying whether you have an Aventador or a Gallardo, then confirming the correct front and rear size combination before narrowing down the exact tire for your driving priorities.
Which Tire Size Is Right for Your 2012 Lamborghini
Four tire sizes are used across 2012 Lamborghini vehicles, and they vary by model rather than being shared across the full range. All four are radial metric sizes, but the real decision still begins with confirming whether you have an Aventador or a Gallardo, since the front and rear sizes are model-specific and the Aventador also uses a different rear rim diameter. Understanding that split before choosing a product saves time and helps match the right tire to the right wheel position.
Year(s): 2012|Fit(s): Aventador|Construction: Radial|Rim: 19 in
The 255/35R19 is a radial metric size with a 255-millimeter section width, a 35-series aspect ratio, and fitment for a 19-inch wheel. This Aventador-specific size is available from BFGoodrich in Blackwall form, with Y and W speed-rated products in the size and load figures reaching 2,041 pounds at 50 psi on some versions. It suits an owner who needs the correct front size for an Aventador and wants a modern radial built around contemporary road manners.
Year(s): 2012|Fit(s): Aventador|Construction: Radial|Rim: 20-in rim
The 335/30R20 is a radial metric size with a 335-millimeter section width, a 30-series aspect ratio, and fitment for a 20-inch wheel. This Aventador-specific rear size has no product range attached here, so the key point is its distinct 20-inch rim requirement rather than interchange with the 19-inch fitments used elsewhere. It is the size to verify first on any Aventador rear-wheel application before moving on to product selection.
Year(s): 2012|Fit(s): Gallardo|Construction: Radial|Rim: 19 in
The 235/35R19 is a radial metric size with a 235-millimeter section width, a 35-series aspect ratio, and fitment for a 19-inch wheel. This Gallardo-specific size is available from Nitto and BFGoodrich in Blackwall form, with W- and Y-rated versions in the size and load figures reaching 1,356 pounds at 50 psi on some products. It is the right front-size starting point for a Gallardo owner who wants a modern radial matched to the car’s 19-inch wheel setup.
Year(s): 2012|Fit(s): Gallardo|Construction: Radial|Rim: 19-in rim
The 295/30R19 is a radial metric size with a 295-millimeter section width, a 30-series aspect ratio, and fitment for a 19-inch wheel. This Gallardo-specific rear size appears as part of the model’s staggered setup and should be treated as a model-only application rather than a universal 2012 Lamborghini fitment. It is the size to confirm at the rear of a Gallardo before comparing product choices with the matching front fitment.
Two Lamborghini models are covered for 2012, and they do not share the same tire sizes. That means year and make alone are not enough here; identifying whether you have an Aventador or a Gallardo is the first step because each uses its own staggered front and rear fitment. Select your model below to see model-specific tire history, size details, and product options.
2012 Lamborghini Aventador
The Aventador arrived as Lamborghini’s V12 flagship, replacing the Murcielago and pushing the brand deeper into the modern supercar era with more aggressive proportions and a highly technical feel. Its tire package reflects that role, with a staggered setup that mounts on 19-inch front wheels and 20-inch rear wheels, making front-versus-rear confirmation especially important.
The Gallardo was Lamborghini’s more compact V10 model, but by 2012 it was still every bit a serious exotic with sharp handling and a wide, low stance. Its tires mount on 19-inch wheels front and rear, using a staggered arrangement that keeps the front and rear sizes distinct even though the rim diameter stays the same.
Five products are available across four tire sizes for 2012 Lamborghini vehicles. The 255/35R19 has three BFGoodrich radial Blackwall options, while the 235/35R19 has two radial Blackwall choices from Nitto and BFGoodrich. Confirm your exact model and front or rear size first, since speed ratings vary within both available sizes.
These FAQs focus on the model-specific front and rear sizing used across 2012 Lamborghini vehicles, along with rim fitment, speed ratings, Blackwall product choices, and the care practices that matter on low-mileage exotic cars.
Size Basics & Fitment
What tire sizes fit 2012 Lamborghini vehicles?
2012 Lamborghini vehicles use four sizes across two models. The Aventador uses 255/35R19 at the front and 335/30R20 at the rear, while the Gallardo uses 235/35R19 at the front and 295/30R19 at the rear. The Gallardo keeps a 19-inch rim diameter at both ends, but the Aventador steps up to a 20-inch rear wheel.
That means there is no single tire size that fits every 2012 Lamborghini. The first check is model, and the second is wheel position, because both cars use staggered setups with different front and rear sizes. If you are replacing only one axle or one tire, verify the sidewall marking on the car before matching a product.
What does 255/35R19 mean on a 2012 Lamborghini tire?
On a 2012 Lamborghini, 255/35R19 is a metric radial size. The 255 is the nominal section width in millimeters, 35 is the aspect ratio, R identifies radial construction, and 19 is the wheel diameter in inches. On the 2012 Aventador, that size serves as the front fitment rather than a universal Lamborghini application.
Reading the code correctly helps avoid a common exotic-car mistake: matching the width but missing the wheel diameter or position on the car. A 255/35R19 belongs on a 19-inch wheel, and on a 2012 Aventador it needs to be paired with the correct rear size rather than treated as a stand-alone fitment. Always confirm the actual sidewall before replacing one tire in a staggered set.
Do all 2012 Lamborghini models use the same tire size?
No, 2012 Lamborghini models do not use the same tire size. The Aventador and Gallardo each have their own front and rear combinations, and none of the four sizes carries across both models. The Aventador also differs from the Gallardo by using a 20-inch rear wheel instead of a 19-inch rear wheel.
For a buyer, that means year and make are only the starting point. If you know you have a 2012 Lamborghini but have not yet confirmed the model, it is worth checking the badge, wheel diameter, and existing tire sidewall before comparing options. That extra step prevents ordering a Gallardo 19-inch size for an Aventador rear application.
Buying the Right Tire
What sidewall styles are available for 2012 Lamborghini tires?
The available 2012 Lamborghini products here use Blackwall sidewalls in both currently covered sizes, 255/35R19 and 235/35R19. That matches the visual character most buyers expect on a modern Lamborghini, where a clean, performance-oriented sidewall suits the original design language better than a decorative whitewall or period-style treatment.
Because these are contemporary supercars rather than vintage restoration subjects, the sidewall decision is simpler than it would be on a collector car from the bias-ply era. The more important choice is selecting the correct model-specific size and then comparing the tire’s intended character within that size. On a 2012 Lamborghini, appearance is usually straightforward once fitment is correct.
What brands make tires for 2012 Lamborghini vehicles?
BFGoodrich and Nitto cover the currently available 2012 Lamborghini sizes shown here. BFGoodrich appears in 255/35R19 and 235/35R19, while Nitto appears in 235/35R19. All of those products are modern radial Blackwall tires aimed at contemporary road use rather than period-style collector applications.
Brand choice matters most after you have confirmed the exact front or rear size your car uses. A Gallardo owner looking at 235/35R19 has more than one brand path, while an Aventador owner working from 255/35R19 is comparing multiple BFGoodrich options within the same brand family. That makes model and wheel position more important than make loyalty at the start of the search.
What is the difference between BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S, g-Force Sport COMP-2, and g-Force Phenom T/A for the 2012 Lamborghini?
Within 255/35R19 for the 2012 Lamborghini Aventador, BFGoodrich offers three distinct options: g-Force COMP-2 A/S, g-Force Sport COMP-2, and g-Force Phenom T/A. All are radial Blackwall tires for 19-inch wheels, but they differ in weight and rating details. The COMP-2 A/S is 30 pounds, the Sport COMP-2 is 28 pounds with a 2,041-pound load figure at 50 psi, and the Phenom T/A is 27.49 pounds with a 1,565-pound load figure at 50 psi.
Those differences are enough to make it worthwhile to compare the exact tire series rather than stopping at size alone. If you are replacing a pair on the front of a 2012 Aventador, matching the series on both sides is the cleanest approach. If the car already wears one of these lines, checking the existing sidewall can help you stay consistent in feel and appearance.
Fitting & Setup
What rim width do 2012 Lamborghini tires require?
Rim-width guidance is available for two of the 2012 Lamborghini sizes covered here. The 255/35R19 used on the Aventador fits rims from 8.5 to 10.0 inches wide, and the 235/35R19 used on the Gallardo fits rims from 8.0 to 9.5 inches wide. Both of those sizes mount on 19-inch wheels, but their approved width ranges are different.
Rim width matters because two tires with the same rim diameter can still behave differently if the wheel is too narrow or too wide for the tire. Before selecting a product, verify the actual wheel width on the car and compare it to the range for that exact size. That is especially important on aftermarket wheels, where diameter alone does not tell the full fitment story.
Can the original 2012 Lamborghini wheels be used with both tire sizes on each model?
A 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo uses 19-inch wheels front and rear, so its original wheels can support both Gallardo tire sizes in terms of rim diameter, provided the front and rear wheels are matched to the correct tire width. The Aventador does not follow that pattern, because it uses a 19-inch front wheel and a 20-inch rear wheel.
That distinction matters if you are reusing factory wheels or sorting through a mixed set. On a Gallardo, the question is mostly about front-versus-rear wheel width within the shared 19-inch diameter. On an Aventador, the wheel diameter itself changes from front to rear, so a 20-inch rear tire cannot be treated as interchangeable with a 19-inch front wheel.
Maintenance, Storage & Longevity
How should I store a 2012 Lamborghini when the tires are fitted?
A 2012 Lamborghini should be stored in a cool, dry, dark environment with the tires kept away from direct sunlight, electric motors, battery chargers, and other ozone sources that accelerate sidewall aging. Because these are low-profile radial tires on high-value wheels, clean floors, correct inflation, and protection from long periods of standing in one spot all matter.
Rolling the car periodically helps reduce temporary flat-spotting and keeps one section of the tread from carrying the full load for months at a time. If the car will sit for an extended period, many collectors use tire cradles or stands to reduce stress on the casing. Storage habits affect ride quality and appearance just as much as mileage on a low-use exotic.
How long do tires on a 2012 Lamborghini typically last?
On a 2012 Lamborghini, tire age often matters more than tread depth because many exotic cars accumulate miles slowly. A sound rule is to inspect tires closely once they reach the five-to-seven-year range and to treat ten years from the DOT date code as a point where replacement deserves serious consideration, even if the tread still looks usable.
Heat cycles, storage conditions, and exposure to sunlight can age a tire long before it appears worn out. A Lamborghini that is driven only on weekends may still need tires sooner than the owner expects because sidewall and internal aging continue during storage. Checking the date code and not just the remaining tread is one of the smartest habits for low-mileage performance cars.
How often should tires on a 2012 Lamborghini be inspected?
Tires on a 2012 Lamborghini should be inspected before every drive and again before any longer outing. Look for cracking, cuts, bulges, punctures, uneven tread wear, and any sign that the tire has been run underinflated. On a staggered setup with very short sidewalls, even small issues can have an outsized effect on ride quality and handling feel.
A deeper inspection every few months is wise even if the car is driven sparingly. Check pressures when the tires are cold, look at the inside sidewall if accessible, and make sure there is no wheel damage from curbs or potholes. If the car feels different after storage, do not assume it is normal; inspect the tires before blaming the suspension.
Safety & Road Use
Are 2012 Lamborghini tires safe for highway driving?
The currently covered 2012 Lamborghini products are modern radial tires with W and Y speed ratings. W corresponds to 168 mph, and Y corresponds to 186 mph, so these tires are built for very high-speed capability in the proper application. On public roads, the mechanical condition of the car, alignment, tire age, and inflation are usually more immediate concerns than the tire’s maximum speed ceiling.
A highway-safe setup starts with fresh, correctly sized tires matched to the proper wheel position on the car. Aventador and Gallardo fitments are not interchangeable, and mixing front and rear sizes incorrectly can create avoidable handling issues. If the tires are older, unevenly worn, or have been sitting for long periods, inspect them carefully before assuming they are ready for sustained highway use.
What inflation pressure should I use for 2012 Lamborghini tires?
Inflation pressure for a 2012 Lamborghini should follow the vehicle’s factory recommendation first, with the tire maker’s maximum-pressure marking treated as a structural limit rather than a blanket setting. Among the available products here, the 255/35R19 size includes load figures at 50 psi on some BFGoodrich versions, and the 235/35R19 BFGoodrich option also carries its load figure at 50 psi.
Those 50 psi references do not automatically mean every 2012 Lamborghini should run that pressure in service. Use the owner’s manual, door-jamb placard, or marque-correct service information for the car’s target inflation, then confirm that the chosen tire is being used within its rated limits. Front and rear pressures may differ on a staggered supercar, so never copy one axle’s setting to the other without checking.
What should I check before taking a 2012 Lamborghini on a longer drive?
Before a longer drive in a 2012 Lamborghini, inspect each tire for cracking, cuts, bulges, nails, and irregular wear, then confirm cold inflation pressure and look over the wheel lips for impact damage. Because both Lamborghini models here use staggered sizing, make sure the correct front and rear sizes are on the correct axles. The spare, if the car carries one, should also be checked along with any sealant or inflation kit.
Tires are only one part of the pre-drive routine on an exotic car, but they are the only part touching the road. It is wise to include brake feel, fluid levels, battery condition, and suspension behavior in the same check, especially if the car has been parked for a while. A few minutes of inspection can catch age-related issues before they turn into a ruined trip.
