2012 Land Rover Trucks covered a broad slice of the premium SUV market, from the compact LR2 and Range Rover Evoque to the larger LR4, Range Rover, and Range Rover Sport. That variety matters because 2012 Land Rover Trucks did not use one universal tire size across the lineup. Five models span seven different metric radial sizes, with some sizes shared between related models and others tied to a single model and wheel package. The practical first step is to confirm your exact model and wheel diameter, since the right choice usually comes down to matching the factory size family used on that specific Land Rover rather than choosing between bias-ply and radial construction.
Which Tire Size Is Right for Your 2012 Land Rover Trucks
Seven tire sizes were used across 2012 Land Rover Trucks, and they vary by model rather than being shared across the full range. Because these sizes span 18-, 19-, and 20-inch rim diameters, the real decision starts with confirming your model and wheel size first. Understanding that distinction before choosing a product saves time and helps keep your tire selection matched to the correct Land Rover platform.
Year(s): 2012|Fit(s): LR2, Range Rover Evoque|Construction: Radial|Rim: 19-in rim
235/55R19 is a metric radial size with a 235-millimeter section width, a 55-series aspect ratio, and fitment for a 19-inch wheel. This size is specific to the LR2 and Range Rover Evoque rather than the full 2012 Land Rover Trucks range. It suits owners who need the original size family for those models and want to stay with a modern radial construction consistent with everyday road use.
Year(s): 2012|Fit(s): LR2|Construction: Radial|Rim: 18-in rim
235/60R18 is a metric radial that denotes a 235-millimeter section width, a 60-series profile, and an 18-inch rim diameter. This size is exclusive to the LR2 within the 2012 Land Rover Trucks lineup. It is the size to focus on when your LR2 is equipped with the smaller factory wheel package and you want to remain within that original fitment category.
Year(s): 2012|Fit(s): LR4, Range Rover|Construction: Radial|Rim: 19-in rim
255/55R19 is a metric radial with a 255-millimeter section width, a 55-series aspect ratio, and a 19-inch wheel diameter. This size is shared by the LR4 and Range Rover, making it one of the crossover sizes within 2012 Land Rover Trucks. It is the right starting point for those two larger models when they retain their 19-inch wheel setup and need a size common to both platforms.
Year(s): 2012|Fit(s): LR4, Range Rover|Construction: Radial|Rim: 20-in rim
255/50R20 is a metric radial size that uses a 255-millimeter section width, a 50-series profile, and fits a 20-inch rim. This size is specific to LR4 and Range Rover applications and is not universal across every 2012 Land Rover Trucks model. Owners of those vehicles should choose it when their truck carries the 20-inch wheel package tied to that narrower 255-section fitment.
Year(s): 2012|Fit(s): Range Rover Evoque|Construction: Radial|Rim: 20 in
245/45R20 is a metric radial with a 245-millimeter section width, a 45-series aspect ratio, and fitment for a 20-inch wheel. It is available from BFGoodrich and Nitto in blackwall form, and speed ratings vary by product with W-rated options to 168 mph and Y-rated options to 186 mph and above. This size is specific to the Range Rover Evoque and fits buyers who want to stay with its 20-inch fitment while comparing performance-oriented radial choices within that size.
Year(s): 2012|Fit(s): Range Rover Sport|Construction: Radial|Rim: 20 in
275/40R20 is a metric radial size with a 275-millimeter section width, a 40-series profile, and a 20-inch rim diameter. It is available from M&H Racemaster, BFGoodrich, and Nitto in blackwall form, with speed ratings varying by product: BFGoodrich and Nitto offer W-rated choices to 168 mph, while BFGoodrich also offers a Y-rated choice to 186 mph and above. This size is specific to the Range Rover Sport and is the size to target when that model is equipped with the wider 20-inch wheel package.
Year(s): 2012|Fit(s): Range Rover Sport|Construction: Radial|Rim: 19-in rim
255/50R19 is a metric radial with a 255-millimeter section width, a 50-series aspect ratio, and fitment for a 19-inch wheel. This size is unique to the Range Rover Sport within the 2012 Land Rover Trucks range. It is the appropriate choice when your Sport uses its 19-inch wheel setup rather than the wider 20-inch package.
Five models are covered for 2012 Land Rover Trucks, and tire size changes by model instead of carrying across the whole lineup. Some sizes overlap between related vehicles, but several are tied to one model and one wheel package, so identifying the exact Land Rover you own matters before choosing a tire. Select a model below to narrow the fitment history and products to the vehicle you are actually working with.
2012 Land Rover Trucks LR2
The LR2 was Land Rover's compact luxury SUV, sized for everyday use but still carrying the brand's all-weather, all-terrain image. Its tires mount on either 18-inch or 19-inch wheels depending on configuration, which makes wheel diameter the key distinction before moving any further.
The LR4 was the boxy, three-row Land Rover that carried forward the Discovery tradition with a tall body, upright glass, and strong utility focus. It uses either 19-inch or 20-inch tires, so the correct size follows the wheel package on the truck rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
The flagship Range Rover combined traditional Land Rover off-road heritage with a more formal luxury presentation than the rest of the lineup. For 2012 it uses 19-inch or 20-inch tires, and both sizes are shared with the LR4 rather than being unique to the nameplate.
The Range Rover Evoque brought a lower, more style-driven shape to the brand and represented a more urban interpretation of the Range Rover name. Its tires mount on either 19-inch or 20-inch wheels, with one size shared with the LR2 and the larger 20-inch size unique to the Evoque.
The Range Rover Sport was the more athletic member of the full-size Range Rover family, with a lower stance and a more performance-oriented personality than the standard Range Rover. It uses either 19-inch or 20-inch tires, and both size options are specific to the Sport in this 2012 Land Rover Trucks range.
Ten products are available across two tire sizes for 2012 Land Rover Trucks vehicles. The 245/45R20 has four BFGoodrich and Nitto radial blackwall choices, while the 275/40R20 has four M&H Racemaster, BFGoodrich, and Nitto radial blackwall choices. Confirm your exact size first, since speed ratings vary within both sizes.
These answers focus on how 2012 Land Rover Trucks tire sizing changes from LR2 to Range Rover Sport, what the metric size codes mean, and how speed ratings, rim widths, and long-term collector care affect the right choice.
Size Basics & Fitment
What tire sizes fit 2012 Land Rover Trucks vehicles?
2012 Land Rover Trucks vehicles use seven different radial sizes across five models: 235/55R19 and 235/60R18 for LR2, 255/55R19 and 255/50R20 for LR4, 255/55R19 and 255/50R20 for Range Rover, 235/55R19 and 245/45R20 for Range Rover Evoque, and 255/50R19 and 275/40R20 for Range Rover Sport. Rim diameters span 18, 19, and 20 inches, so there is no single year-wide size that fits every 2012 Land Rover Trucks model.
That means year and make alone are not enough to choose correctly. Start by confirming the exact model, then verify whether the truck is on its 18-, 19-, or 20-inch wheel package before comparing tire options. If your Land Rover has had wheel changes over the years, check the sidewall on the current tires or the wheel itself before treating any catalog size as final.
What does 235/55R19 mean on a 2012 Land Rover Trucks tire?
On a 2012 Land Rover Trucks tire, 235/55R19 is a metric radial size code. The 235 is the nominal section width in millimeters, 55 is the aspect ratio, meaning the sidewall height is 55 percent of the section width, R identifies radial construction, and 19 is the wheel diameter in inches. Within the 2012 Land Rover Trucks range, that size is used on the LR2 and Range Rover Evoque.
Knowing how to read the code helps prevent a common mistake: confusing a similar width or wheel diameter for the right fitment. A 235/55R19 is not interchangeable with a 235/60R18 or a 245/45R20 simply because the numbers look close. Once you decode the size, the next step is matching it to the exact model and wheel package on your Land Rover.
Do all 2012 Land Rover Trucks models use the same tire size?
No. 2012 Land Rover Trucks models do not share one universal tire size. The LR2 uses 235-section tires on 18- or 19-inch wheels, LR4 and Range Rover share 255/55R19 and 255/50R20, the Evoque combines 235/55R19 with 245/45R20, and the Range Rover Sport uses 255/50R19 or 275/40R20. Some overlap exists between related models, but several sizes belong to only one model.
That model-by-model variation matters because wheel diameter and tire profile are both tied to the intended fitment. A size that works on an LR4 may not be appropriate for an Evoque or Range Rover Sport, even if both wear 20-inch wheels. If you are unsure which Land Rover you have, identify the model before narrowing choices by size or brand.
Buying the Right Tire
What sidewall styles are available for 2012 Land Rover Trucks tires?
The currently covered 2012 Land Rover Trucks products in 245/45R20 and 275/40R20 are blackwall radials. That look suits the modern luxury SUV character of the Evoque and Range Rover Sport, and it aligns with the understated sidewall appearance most buyers expect on 2012-era Land Rover trucks. No whitewall or vintage-style sidewall treatments appear within these covered sizes.
For a buyer, that means the choice is centered more on size, brand, and speed rating than on sidewall styling themes. If visual originality matters to your build, compare the blackwall profile and shoulder design of the specific tire to the look you want on the truck. Sidewall appearance may seem secondary, but it can noticeably change the stance of a modern Land Rover.
What brands make tires for 2012 Land Rover Trucks vehicles?
2012 Land Rover Trucks coverage here includes BFGoodrich and Nitto in 245/45R20, plus M&H Racemaster, BFGoodrich, and Nitto in 275/40R20. All of those options are radial blackwall tires, but they are aimed at somewhat different uses within the same basic size family. BFGoodrich appears in both covered sizes, while the M&H Racemaster offering is unique to the 275/40R20.
Brand choice is best treated as a second step after confirming the exact size on your Land Rover. Once the fitment is right, compare the available series inside that size by intended use, speed rating, and wheel-width compatibility where published. That approach keeps you from choosing a familiar brand name first and only later discovering it belongs to a different wheel package.
What is the difference between BFGoodrich and Nitto options for the 2012 Land Rover Trucks Range Rover Evoque in 245/45R20?
In 245/45R20 for the 2012 Land Rover Trucks Range Rover Evoque, BFGoodrich appears in multiple g-Force family choices, including W- and Y-rated versions, while Nitto is represented by the NT555 G2 in a W-rated configuration. The BFGoodrich tires and the Nitto share blackwall styling and the same 20-inch rim diameter, and the published BFGoodrich and one BFGoodrich Phenom option call for a 7.5- to 9-inch rim-width range.
That comparison is most useful if your Evoque already has the correct 20-inch wheels and you are narrowing within the same size. A Y-rated choice carries a higher published speed ceiling than a W-rated one, but that does not automatically make it the right answer for every owner. Match the tire to your use, then confirm the wheel width and load requirements before making the final selection.
Fitting & Setup
What rim width do 2012 Land Rover Trucks tires require?
Published rim-width guidance is available for the covered 20-inch products. In 245/45R20, the BFGoodrich options specify a 7.5- to 9-inch rim-width range. In 275/40R20, the M&H Racemaster radial drag tire is built around a 9-inch rim, one BFGoodrich option calls for 9.00 to 9.50 inches, and another BFGoodrich option allows 9.0 to 11.0 inches. Rim-width guidance should always be matched to the exact tire, not generalized across the whole year and make.
That matters because two tires with the same basic size can still have different approved wheel-width ranges. Before mounting anything, compare your actual wheel width to the recommendation for the product you are considering. That check is especially important on used Land Rovers, where factory wheels may have been replaced with aftermarket wheels that change the safe or intended fitment window.
Do 2012 Land Rover Trucks tires require inner tubes?
The covered 2012 Land Rover Trucks products in 245/45R20 and 275/40R20 are radial tires without tube-type markings, and one 245/45R20 BFGoodrich product is explicitly marked TL for tubeless. That points to tubeless construction for these modern metric sizes rather than a traditional inner-tube setup. Tube use is not a normal expectation for these applications when the wheel itself is designed for tubeless service.
The practical step is to inspect the wheel before installation, especially if the truck has aftermarket or refurbished wheels. A damaged bead seat, corrosion, or an incorrect valve setup can create sealing problems even with a tubeless tire. If your Land Rover has custom wheels or a prior repair history, confirm the wheel condition along with the tire size before mounting new radials.
Maintenance, Storage & Longevity
How should I store a 2012 Land Rover Trucks when the tires are fitted?
A 2012 Land Rover Trucks should be stored in a cool, dry space away from direct sunlight, electric motors, battery chargers, welders, and other ozone-producing equipment that can age rubber prematurely. Keep the tires clean, maintain inflation appropriate to the vehicle and tire, and move the vehicle periodically so it is not resting on the same footprint for months at a time. Even radial tires can develop temporary flat-spotting when they sit too long.
If the truck will be parked for a long season, many owners either roll it occasionally or use stands in a way that follows the vehicle manufacturer's lifting guidance. Avoid parking on bare earth, and do not leave one side exposed to weather through an open doorway or window. Good storage habits often matter more to longevity on collector-driven SUVs than accumulated road mileage does.
How long do tires on a 2012 Land Rover Trucks typically last?
Tires on a 2012 Land Rover Trucks should be judged by age as much as by tread depth. A good rule is to begin careful evaluation around five to seven years of service and to treat about ten years from the DOT date code as a serious replacement point, even if the tires still look usable. Collector and low-mileage vehicles often age out their tires long before they wear them out.
The practical takeaway is to inspect the full sidewall and tread area, not just the visible shoulder. Cracking, hardening, irregular wear, and repeated pressure loss are stronger warning signs than mileage on a low-use Land Rover. If the truck still wears old tires from a previous owner, checking the date codes is one of the first and most important steps before any extended drive.
How often should tires on a 2012 Land Rover Trucks be inspected?
Tires on a 2012 Land Rover Trucks should be inspected before every drive and again before any longer highway trip. Look for sidewall cracking, cuts, punctures, bulges, uneven tread wear, and any sign that a tire has been run underinflated. Pressure should be checked when the tires are cold, and the inspection should include the spare if the vehicle carries one.
Frequent inspection is especially important on luxury SUVs that may alternate between long periods of storage and sudden road use. A tire can look acceptable at a glance but still show age cracking near the bead or shoulder when examined closely. Catching those issues early helps you avoid chasing vibration, handling, or air-loss problems after the truck is already on the road.
Safety & Road Use
Are 2012 Land Rover Trucks tires safe for highway driving?
Modern radial tires in the covered 2012 Land Rover Trucks sizes are appropriate for highway use when they are the correct size, in good condition, and inflated properly. In 245/45R20 and 275/40R20, W-rated options carry a 168 mph ceiling and Y-rated options carry a 186 mph-and-above ceiling. Those ratings are far beyond normal U.S. highway speeds, so real-world safety usually depends more on tire age, condition, and vehicle maintenance than on ultimate speed capability.
That does not mean every tire in the right size is equally suited to every driving pattern. The 275/40R20 group, for example, includes a drag-oriented M&H Racemaster product alongside more conventional performance radials. For routine road driving, confirm the tire's intended use, check inflation, and make sure the rest of the Land Rover's braking and suspension systems are equally ready for highway travel.
What inflation pressure should I use for 2012 Land Rover Trucks tires?
Inflation pressure for a 2012 Land Rover Trucks should follow the vehicle placard or owner's manual first, then be checked against the tire manufacturer's markings for the exact product you are using. The covered 245/45R20 and 275/40R20 products include load-and-pressure references such as 1930 pounds at 50 psi, 1929 pounds at 50 psi, and 2094 pounds at 50 psi on certain BFGoodrich options. Those figures are tire capacity references, not universal inflation settings for every 2012 Land Rover Trucks application.
Use them as a ceiling tied to load, not as a blanket recommendation. Different sizes on LR2, LR4, Range Rover, Evoque, and Range Rover Sport are not interchangeable from a pressure standpoint, and even within the same size, one product can differ from another. If the truck has aftermarket wheels or carries unusual loads, that makes confirming the exact tire and factory vehicle guidance even more important.
What should I check before taking a 2012 Land Rover Trucks on a longer drive?
Before a longer drive in a 2012 Land Rover Trucks, inspect each tire for cracking, cuts, punctures, bulges, uneven wear, and signs of impact damage from potholes or curb contact. Check cold pressure, verify that valve stems are in good condition, and make sure the spare is usable and properly inflated if one is carried. A quick visual check is not enough on an older luxury SUV that may spend long intervals parked.
Tire condition should be one part of a wider pre-trip check that also includes brakes, fluids, suspension behavior, and battery condition. Because the 2012 Land Rover Trucks lineup uses several different size and wheel combinations, it is wise to confirm that all four tires match in size and service type before setting off. That simple check can prevent drivability issues and unnecessary stress on the vehicle's chassis systems.
