In 2014 Aston Martin balanced traditional grand touring character with modern performance across a compact sports car, a four-door fastback, and two flagship GTs. The lineup carried the brand’s familiar mix of hand-finished luxury, strong V8 and V12 identity, and distinctly British styling, but tire sizing was not one-size-fits-all across the range. Four models use eight distinct radial sizes, with each model pairing its own front and rear fitment and either 19-inch or 20-inch wheels depending on the platform. Before narrowing down a tire, the first step is confirming your exact model and then matching its front and rear sizes to the correct wheel diameter.
Which Tire Size Is Right for Your 2014 Aston Martin
Eight tire sizes are used across 2014 Aston Martin vehicles, and they vary by model rather than carrying across the full range. The real decision starts with confirming your model and wheel diameter first, since the DB9, Rapide, V8 Vantage, and Vanquish each use their own staggered front-and-rear radial fitment. Understanding that distinction before choosing a product saves time and helps ensure the right match.
Year(s): 2014|Fit(s): DB9|Construction: Radial|Rim: 20 in
245/35R20 is a metric radial size with a 245-millimeter section width, a 35-series profile, and a 20-inch rim diameter. This size is specific to the DB9, and it is available from BFGoodrich and Nitto in blackwall form with W-rated products to 112 mph. It suits owners keeping the correct 20-inch front fitment on a DB9 and choosing among modern radial performance options within that size.
295/30R20 is a metric radial size with a 295-millimeter section width, a 30-series profile, and a 20-inch rim diameter. This size is specific to the DB9, and it appears here from Nitto in blackwall form with a W speed rating to 112 mph. It is the rear companion to the DB9 front size, so buyers should treat it as part of the model’s staggered 20-inch setup rather than a universal 2014 Aston Martin fitment.
Year(s): 2014|Fit(s): Rapide|Construction: Radial|Rim: 20 in
245/40R20 is a metric radial size with a 245-millimeter section width, a 40-series profile, and a 20-inch rim diameter. This size is specific to the Rapide, and it is available from BFGoodrich, Nitto, and Pro-Trac with blackwall or RWL sidewalls; speed ratings vary by product, including W to 112 mph and Y to 186+ mph. It fits buyers maintaining the Rapide’s 20-inch front sizing while deciding whether they want a conventional blackwall look or a more distinctive raised white letter appearance.
Year(s): 2014|Fit(s): Rapide|Construction: Radial|Rim: 20 in
295/35R20 is a metric radial size with a 295-millimeter section width, a 35-series profile, and a 20-inch rim diameter. This size is specific to the Rapide, and it is available from Nitto in blackwall form with a W speed rating to 112 mph. It is the matching rear fitment for Rapide applications and should be selected only when the car uses the corresponding 20-inch staggered setup.
Year(s): 2014|Fit(s): V8 Vantage|Construction: Radial|Rim: 19 in
245/40R19 is a metric radial size with a 245-millimeter section width, a 40-series profile, and a 19-inch rim diameter. This size is specific to the V8 Vantage, and it comes from BFGoodrich in blackwall form; speed ratings vary by product, including W to 112 mph and Y to 186+ mph. It is the correct front-wheel size family for V8 Vantage applications running 19-inch wheels and keeps the fitment aligned with that model’s more compact sports-car package.
Year(s): 2014|Fit(s): V8 Vantage|Construction: Radial|Rim: 19 in
285/35R19 is a metric radial size with a 285-millimeter section width, a 35-series profile, and a 19-inch rim diameter. This size is specific to the V8 Vantage, and it is available from BFGoodrich and Pro-Trac with blackwall or RWL sidewalls; speed ratings vary by product, including W to 112 mph and Y to 186+ mph. It completes the V8 Vantage rear fitment and gives owners a choice between a subdued blackwall presentation and a more overt period-performance sidewall style.
Year(s): 2014|Fit(s): Vanquish|Construction: Radial|Rim: 20 in
255/35R20 is a metric radial size with a 255-millimeter section width, a 35-series profile, and a 20-inch rim diameter. This size is specific to the Vanquish, and it is available from BFGoodrich and Nitto in blackwall form; speed ratings vary by product, including W to 112 mph and Y to 186+ mph. It serves buyers keeping the Vanquish on its proper 20-inch front sizing while choosing among modern radial options with slightly different load and performance character.
Year(s): 2014|Fit(s): Vanquish|Construction: Radial|Rim: 20 in
305/30R20 is a metric radial size with a 305-millimeter section width, a 30-series profile, and a 20-inch rim diameter. This size is specific to the Vanquish, and it is available from Nitto and Pro-Trac with blackwall, RWL, or redline sidewalls; the Nitto carries a W speed rating to 112 mph. It is the Vanquish rear fitment for owners who need the broadest tire in the 2014 Aston Martin range and want to balance presentation with correct model-specific sizing.
Four Aston Martin models are covered for 2014, spanning grand touring coupes, a four-door performance car, and the brand’s compact sports car. Tire size varies by model, so identifying the exact model is essential before choosing a front and rear fitment. Select your model below to narrow the fitment history and tire options to the correct application.
2014 Aston Martin DB9
The 2014 DB9 was Aston Martin’s signature grand touring coupe, blending long-hood proportions with refined high-speed road manners. Its tires mount on 20-inch wheels, with a staggered front-and-rear setup that reflects the DB9’s role as a powerful, luxurious GT rather than a one-size-fits-all sports car.
The 2014 Rapide carried Aston Martin styling and V12 grand touring character into a practical four-door fastback format. Its tires mount on 20-inch wheels, again in a staggered layout, which suits the Rapide’s blend of passenger space and high-speed touring intent.
The 2014 V8 Vantage was the most compact and overtly sporting car in the Aston Martin range, with a shorter wheelbase and a more immediate, driver-focused character than the larger GT models. Its tires mount on 19-inch wheels, using a staggered setup that distinguishes it from the 20-inch applications elsewhere in the lineup.
The 2014 Vanquish sat at the top of the Aston Martin road-car hierarchy, pairing flagship styling and carbon-intensive construction with serious V12 performance. Its tires mount on 20-inch wheels, and its wider staggered fitment underscores the Vanquish’s more aggressive position within the range.
Thirty products are available across eight tire sizes for 2014 Aston Martin vehicles. 245/35R20, 245/40R19, 255/35R20, 295/30R20, and 295/35R20 center on blackwall radial choices, while 245/40R20, 285/35R19, and 305/30R20 add RWL or redline options. Confirm your exact size first, since speed ratings vary by product within several sizes.
These answers focus on the model-specific front and rear sizes used across 2014 Aston Martin vehicles, how the 19-inch and 20-inch applications differ, what sidewall and brand choices exist in each size, and what to inspect on a low-use high-performance car before driving.
Size Basics & Fitment
What tire sizes fit 2014 Aston Martin vehicles?
2014 Aston Martin vehicles use eight model-specific radial sizes rather than one shared fitment. The DB9 uses 245/35R20 front and 295/30R20 rear, the Rapide uses 245/40R20 front and 295/35R20 rear, the V8 Vantage uses 245/40R19 front and 285/35R19 rear, and the Vanquish uses 255/35R20 front and 305/30R20 rear. Rim diameters are either 19 inches or 20 inches depending on model, and rim-width guidance appears on several sizes, including 8.0 to 9.5 inches for 245/35R20 and 245/40R19, 8.5 to 10.0 inches for 255/35R20, and 9.5 to 11.0 inches for some 285/35R19 applications.
That means year and make alone are not enough to choose the right tire for a 2014 Aston Martin. You need to identify the exact model first, then confirm whether you are matching the front or rear axle, and finally verify the wheel diameter before moving on to brand or sidewall preference.
What does 245/35R20 mean on a 2014 Aston Martin tire?
On a 2014 Aston Martin tire, 245/35R20 is a metric radial size code. The 245 is the section width in millimeters, 35 is the aspect ratio, meaning the sidewall height is 35 percent of the section width, R means radial construction, and 20 is the wheel diameter in inches. In this application, 245/35R20 is the DB9 front size.
That decoding matters because a 245/35R20 is not interchangeable with the other 20-inch front sizes used elsewhere in the 2014 Aston Martin range. A DB9 front tire, a Rapide front tire, and a Vanquish front tire may all be radial 20-inch tires, but the width and profile differences affect the intended fitment and should be matched to the correct model.
Do all 2014 Aston Martin models use the same tire size?
No, 2014 Aston Martin models do not use the same tire size. Each model has its own staggered front-and-rear combination: DB9 with 245/35R20 and 295/30R20, Rapide with 245/40R20 and 295/35R20, V8 Vantage with 245/40R19 and 285/35R19, and Vanquish with 255/35R20 and 305/30R20. None of these size pairs carry across all four models.
That distinction is especially important because several sizes look similar at a glance, particularly among the 20-inch fronts and rears. If you are replacing only one pair, confirm both the size marking and whether the tire is for the front or rear axle so the car keeps the correct staggered setup intended for its specific model.
Buying the Right Tire
What sidewall styles are available for 2014 Aston Martin tires?
2014 Aston Martin tires are available in more than one sidewall style, depending on size. Blackwall choices appear across every size with product coverage, while RWL options appear in 245/40R20, 285/35R19, and 305/30R20, and a redline option appears in 305/30R20. That means sidewall appearance changes not only by brand, but also by the exact model-specific size your Aston Martin uses.
Most buyers seeking a factory-style modern presentation for a 2014 Aston Martin will gravitate toward blackwall tires, since that look aligns naturally with contemporary high-performance GT and sports-car styling. RWL or redline sidewalls create a more customized visual statement, so they are worth considering only after the correct size and axle position are confirmed.
What brands make tires for 2014 Aston Martin vehicles?
Three brands cover the 2014 Aston Martin size range here: BFGoodrich, Nitto, and Pro-Trac. BFGoodrich appears across 245/35R20, 245/40R20, 245/40R19, 285/35R19, and 255/35R20, Nitto covers 245/35R20, 245/40R20, 295/35R20, 255/35R20, and 305/30R20, and Pro-Trac appears in 245/40R20, 285/35R19, and 305/30R20. All of those offerings are radial tires.
Brand choice on a 2014 Aston Martin often comes down to which exact front or rear size you need first, because some sizes have broader brand coverage than others. Once the size is set, you can narrow the field by sidewall appearance, speed rating, and any load information attached to the specific tire you are considering.
What is the difference between BFGoodrich g-Force Sport COMP-2 and BFGoodrich g-Force Phenom T/A for the 2014 Aston Martin?
On 2014 Aston Martin sizes where both appear, BFGoodrich g-Force Sport COMP-2 and BFGoodrich g-Force Phenom T/A share radial construction and blackwall styling, but their specs can differ by size. In 245/35R20, the Sport COMP-2 weighs 28 pounds while the Phenom T/A weighs 27.14 pounds and carries a 1521-pound maximum load at 50 psi. In 245/40R19, the Sport COMP-2 weighs 28 pounds while the Phenom T/A also weighs 28 pounds and carries a 1653-pound maximum load at 50 psi. In several sizes, the Phenom T/A also carries a Y speed rating where the Sport COMP-2 is W-rated.
That makes the choice less about one tire being universally superior and more about matching the exact spec set you want within the correct 2014 Aston Martin size. If load information, slightly lower weight, or a higher speed symbol matters to you, compare those details size by size rather than assuming the same relationship holds across the whole range.
Fitting & Setup
What rim width do 2014 Aston Martin tires require?
Rim-width guidance varies by size on 2014 Aston Martin tires. 245/35R20 and 245/40R19 fit 8.0 to 9.5-inch rims, 245/40R20 also fits 8.0 to 9.5-inch rims on the BFGoodrich applications shown, 255/35R20 fits 8.5 to 10.0-inch rims, and 285/35R19 ranges from 9.5 to 10.0 inches on one BFGoodrich application and 9.5 to 11.0 inches on others. Those numbers are specific to the tire size and, in some cases, the individual product within that size.
Aston Martin owners should use those ranges as a check against the actual wheel already on the car, especially when replacing tires on aftermarket wheels or when mixing brands front to rear. If the wheel width sits near the edge of an approved range, confirm the exact tire’s fitment guidance before finalizing the selection.
Do 2014 Aston Martin tires require inner tubes?
The 2014 Aston Martin tires covered here are radial performance sizes, and the one explicit tube marking present is tubeless on a 285/35R19 BFGoodrich application marked TL. No size here is identified as tube-type. That places these fitments firmly in the modern tubeless performance category rather than the tube-required fitments associated with earlier collector vehicles.
Even so, tube use is not something to decide by habit on a 2014 Aston Martin. Confirm the wheel condition, valve stem condition, and the exact sidewall marking on the tire you choose, particularly if the car has replacement wheels or has been modified from its original wheel package.
Can the original 2014 Aston Martin wheels be used with both front and rear tire sizes?
A 2014 Aston Martin uses staggered fitments, so the original wheels are meant to work with specific front and rear tire sizes rather than one tire size all around. Within each model, the front and rear tires share the same rim diameter but differ in width and profile, such as 20-inch front and rear wheels on the DB9, Rapide, and Vanquish, and 19-inch front and rear wheels on the V8 Vantage.
That means the original wheels can remain in use when you stay with the correct size pair for that model, but front and rear tires should not be treated as interchangeable just because the wheel diameters match. Confirm wheel width as well, especially on the rear axle where the approved rim-width range is wider and more size-sensitive.
Maintenance, Storage & Longevity
How should I store a 2014 Aston Martin when the tires are fitted?
A 2014 Aston Martin should be stored away from direct sunlight, electric motors, battery chargers, furnaces, and other ozone-producing sources that can age rubber prematurely. Keep the car in a dry, cool environment and maintain inflation so the tires are not sitting underinflated for long periods. Because these are low-profile radial performance tires, long static storage can still create temporary flat spotting even though they generally recover more readily than older bias-ply designs.
If the car sits for extended stretches, move it periodically or support it in a way that reduces constant load on one contact patch, following the vehicle manufacturer’s storage practices. A clean storage area and a quick tire-pressure check before the next drive go a long way toward preserving both ride quality and sidewall condition.
How long do tires on a 2014 Aston Martin typically last?
Tires on a 2014 Aston Martin should be judged by age and condition as much as tread depth. For a collector or low-mile GT car, a useful rule is to begin evaluating closely around five to seven years of service and to treat the ten-year point as a serious replacement consideration, regardless of how much tread remains. The DOT date code on the tire sidewall is the key reference for age.
That matters because many Aston Martins accumulate miles slowly and can appear to have excellent tread while the rubber has already hardened with time. If the car still wears older tires, replace based on age, cracking, pressure retention, and overall condition rather than waiting for the tread to wear out in the usual modern daily-driver way.
How often should tires on a 2014 Aston Martin be inspected?
Tires on a 2014 Aston Martin deserve a quick inspection before every drive and a more careful inspection before any longer outing. Look for sidewall cracking, cuts, punctures, bulges, uneven wear, and any sign that the tire has been run underinflated. Pressure should be checked regularly because low-profile performance tires can be sensitive to even modest pressure loss.
A closer inspection is especially worthwhile after the car has sat for a while, since a seldom-driven grand tourer can hide age-related issues. Include the valve stems in your check, and inspect the spare as well if the car carries one, so the whole setup is road-ready rather than only the four tires on the ground.
Safety & Road Use
Are 2014 Aston Martin tires safe for highway driving?
The 2014 Aston Martin tires covered here are modern radial performance tires, and the speed ratings shown are W and Y depending on size and product. W-rated tires carry a 112 mph ceiling and Y-rated tires carry a 186+ mph ceiling. That places them squarely in the high-performance category for normal U.S. highway use, provided the tires are in sound condition and correctly matched to the car’s front and rear fitment.
Real-world highway safety on a 2014 Aston Martin still depends on more than the tire’s speed symbol alone. Age, inflation, alignment, suspension condition, and brake condition matter just as much, especially on a powerful GT or sports car that may spend long periods parked between drives.
What inflation pressure should I use for 2014 Aston Martin tires?
Inflation pressure on a 2014 Aston Martin should follow the vehicle’s factory recommendation first, with the tire manufacturer’s maximum-pressure marking understood as a load-rating reference rather than a blanket running pressure. Several tires in these sizes carry load-and-pressure figures such as 1521 pounds at 50 psi for 245/35R20, 1709 pounds at 50 psi for 245/40R20, 1653 pounds at 50 psi for 245/40R19, 1930 pounds at 50 psi for one 285/35R19 application, and 1609 pounds at 50 psi for 255/35R20.
Those numbers should not be transferred from one size to another or used as a substitute for the car’s own pressure specification. Use the door-jamb or owner’s manual guidance for your exact 2014 Aston Martin model and axle position, then confirm that the tire you selected is being used within its own rated limits.
What should I check before taking a 2014 Aston Martin on a longer drive?
Before a longer drive in a 2014 Aston Martin, inspect each tire for cracking, cuts, punctures, bulges, and uneven tread wear, and confirm that all four are holding the correct pressure. Make sure the front and rear sizes match the car’s intended staggered setup, since these models do not share one universal tire package. If the car has been stored for a while, look closely for age hardening or flat spotting before setting off.
Tires are only one part of a proper pre-drive check on a modern collector Aston Martin. It also makes sense to confirm brake feel, wheel-nut security, fluid levels, and the condition of the spare or inflator equipment, so a long run starts with the same level of preparation the car’s performance deserves.
