2018 McLaren Tire Fitment Guide

2018 McLaren vehicles use four sizes across three model lines. The 570GT and 570S use 225/35R19 in front and 285/35R20 in the rear, while the 720S uses 245/35R19 in front and 305/30R20 in the rear. Front tires mount on 19-inch rims and rear tires mount on 20-inch rims across the range. Rim width guidance appears on some available products, including 8.0 to 9.5 inches for 245/35R19 and 9.5 to 11.0 inches for 285/35R20.

That means year and make alone are not enough to choose correctly. You need to identify whether your car is a 570GT, 570S, or 720S, then confirm whether you are replacing the front pair, rear pair, or the full staggered set. On a modern McLaren, keeping the intended front-to-rear size relationship matters for chassis balance, appearance, and proper wheel fit.

On a 2018 McLaren, 225/35R19 is a metric radial tire size. The 225 is the nominal section width in millimeters, 35 is the aspect ratio, meaning the sidewall height is 35 percent of the section width, R identifies radial construction, and 19 is the wheel diameter in inches. This size is used on the front of the 570GT and 570S.

That code matters because it tells you both the physical wheel diameter and the tire’s profile. A 225/35R19 should not be confused with the 245/35R19 used on the 720S, even though both mount on 19-inch front wheels. The width difference is part of the car’s intended setup, so matching the exact front size to the correct model is the smart starting point.

No. The 2018 McLaren 570GT and 570S share the same staggered fitment of 225/35R19 front and 285/35R20 rear, but the 2018 McLaren 720S uses a different staggered package of 245/35R19 front and 305/30R20 rear. All three models use 19-inch fronts and 20-inch rears, yet the actual widths and profiles differ by model.

That distinction is important because a shared wheel diameter does not make the tires interchangeable. The 720S uses a wider front and rear setup than the 570 models, reflecting its different place in McLaren’s lineup. If you are comparing tires across the 2018 McLaren range, confirm the model first and treat the front and rear sizes as a matched pair rather than mixing model fitments.

Sidewall style depends on size. The 245/35R19 size for the 2018 McLaren 720S is available in Blackwall form, while 285/35R20 for the 570GT and 570S comes in Blackwall and raised white letter form, and 305/30R20 for the 720S is available in Blackwall, raised white letter, and Redline versions. All of these are radial tires.

For most 2018 McLaren owners, a Blackwall sidewall will be the most visually consistent choice with the car’s original modern exotic character. Specialty sidewall treatments such as raised white letters or Redlines create a much more custom appearance. If visual authenticity matters to you, choose the sidewall style with as much care as the size itself, especially on a contemporary performance car.

BFGoodrich, Nitto, and Pro-Trac cover the available 2018 McLaren sizes that currently have product support. The 285/35R20 rear size for the 570GT and 570S comes from BFGoodrich, Nitto, and Pro-Trac. The 245/35R19 front size for the 720S comes from BFGoodrich and Nitto, while the 305/30R20 rear size for the 720S comes from Nitto and Pro-Trac.

Brand choice on a 2018 McLaren often comes down to the exact combination of appearance, speed rating, and product line character you want. Some owners will prioritize a clean Blackwall performance look, while others may want a more customized rear sidewall on selected sizes. Once the correct model and size are confirmed, comparing brands within that size becomes much easier and more meaningful.

In 245/35R19 for the 2018 McLaren 720S, BFGoodrich and Nitto both offer Blackwall radial tires with W-rated sizing. BFGoodrich appears in g-Force Comp 2 A/S and g-Force Phenom T/A versions, while Nitto offers the NT555 G2. Rim width guidance for the BFGoodrich options runs from 8.0 to 9.5 inches, and the BFGoodrich g-Force Phenom T/A carries a maximum load figure of 1,433 pounds at 50 psi.

Those details give you a way to compare products inside the same size rather than assuming every 245/35R19 is identical. If wheel width confirmation is important on your 2018 McLaren, the products with published rim-width guidance are especially useful. Checking the exact speed-rated marking, load information, and wheel-width compatibility before purchase will help narrow the right front tire for a 720S.

Rim width guidance is available for some 2018 McLaren tire sizes. In 245/35R19, available products specify an 8.0 to 9.5 inch rim-width range, while 285/35R20 products specify a 9.5 to 11.0 inch rim-width range. All front sizes in this year range mount on 19-inch wheels and all rear sizes mount on 20-inch wheels, but width compatibility still needs to match the tire and wheel combination.

That matters most when replacing wheels, changing brands, or confirming a tire for a car with non-original rims. Diameter alone is not enough; the wheel also needs to fall within the acceptable width range for the tire you choose. If your 2018 McLaren still uses factory wheels, verify the wheel dimensions before ordering rather than assuming one 19-inch or 20-inch wheel is interchangeable with every tire option.

The available 2018 McLaren products here are tubeless radial tires. The 285/35ZR20 BFGoodrich entry marked TL is explicitly tubeless, and the rest follow modern radial performance sizing conventions used for tubeless applications. Nothing in these sizes points toward a tube-type collector fitment such as an older bias-ply or antique casing.

Even so, a tubeless tire still depends on the condition of the wheel, valve stem, and bead seat to hold air correctly. On a 2018 McLaren, air loss is more likely to come from wheel damage, age-related valve issues, or a puncture than from a tube question. If the wheels have been refinished or changed, inspect the sealing surfaces before mounting new tires.

Yes, within each model’s original staggered arrangement, the original 2018 McLaren wheels are intended to work with the correct front and rear tire sizes. The 570GT and 570S use 19-inch front wheels with 225/35R19 tires and 20-inch rear wheels with 285/35R20 tires. The 720S uses 19-inch front wheels with 245/35R19 tires and 20-inch rear wheels with 305/30R20 tires.

What does not follow is using a 570-series tire package on a 720S or a 720S package on a 570GT or 570S just because the diameters match. McLaren’s staggered setups are model-specific, and width and profile are part of that design. If your car has aftermarket wheels, confirm both wheel diameter and wheel width before selecting replacement tires.

A 2018 McLaren should be stored in a cool, dry, dark space away from direct sunlight, electric motors, welders, battery chargers, and other ozone sources that can age rubber. Keep the tires properly inflated while the car is parked, and if the vehicle will sit for extended periods, move it periodically or support it in a way that reduces prolonged static loading on one contact patch.

Low-profile radials such as the 19-inch and 20-inch McLaren fitments generally tolerate storage better than older bias-ply designs, but they still age from time, heat, and environment. A car that is driven only occasionally can wear its tires very little yet still age them significantly. Good storage habits help preserve ride quality, appearance, and long-term serviceability.

On a 2018 McLaren, tire life should be judged more by age, condition, and service history than by mileage alone. Many collector and enthusiast owners begin evaluating tires closely around five to seven years, and replacement often becomes a serious consideration by about ten years regardless of remaining tread. The DOT date code on each tire is the best reference for its actual age.

That approach is especially important on a high-performance car that may spend long periods parked and then see spirited use. Even if the tread looks healthy, aging rubber can lose flexibility and confidence at speed. If your 2018 McLaren still wears older tires, inspect them carefully for sidewall cracking, hardening, and irregular wear before deciding that low mileage alone makes them serviceable.

Tires on a 2018 McLaren should be inspected before every drive and again before any longer highway or weekend trip. Look for cuts, bulges, uneven tread wear, impact damage, punctures, and signs of sidewall aging, and confirm that pressures are stable from one outing to the next. On low-profile performance tires, even minor sidewall or tread damage deserves closer attention.

Frequent checks matter because these cars can cover very few miles between long parked intervals, and problems can develop without obvious warning. Pressure loss, curb damage, or age-related deterioration can affect both drivability and wheel protection. A quick visual inspection plus a pressure check takes only a few minutes and is one of the simplest ways to prepare a 2018 McLaren for safe use.

Yes, the available 2018 McLaren tire sizes are modern radial performance tires and the speed-rated products shown here include W and Y markings. A W rating carries a 168 mph ceiling, while a Y rating carries a 186+ mph ceiling. Those ratings are well beyond ordinary U.S. highway speeds, and on a modern McLaren the car’s condition, alignment, suspension health, and brake performance are at least as important as the tire’s speed symbol.

Highway safety still depends on choosing the correct size for the model and using tires in good condition. A 570GT or 570S needs its proper 225/35R19 and 285/35R20 pairing, while a 720S needs 245/35R19 and 305/30R20. If the tires are aged, damaged, or poorly inflated, the speed rating alone does not make them suitable for extended road use.

Inflation pressure for 2018 McLaren tires should follow the vehicle placard or owner’s manual first, because factory pressure targets are vehicle-specific and front-to-rear stagger matters. Some available products also publish rated load-and-pressure figures, such as 245/35R19 with a maximum load of 1,433 pounds at 50 psi. That figure is a tire rating reference, not automatically the day-to-day running pressure for every McLaren application.

The practical approach is to use McLaren’s recommended operating pressures for the car, then confirm that the tire’s own maximum pressure and load rating suit the application. Avoid transferring a pressure figure from one size to another just because the tires look similar. Front and rear pressures can differ substantially on staggered high-performance cars, so use the model-specific recommendation as your baseline.

Before a longer drive in a 2018 McLaren, inspect each tire for cracking, punctures, embedded debris, tread damage, bulges, and signs of impact along the wheel lip area. Confirm cold inflation pressures, look at tread depth across the full width, and check that the spare or emergency mobility plan is still in place if your car relies on one. Pay close attention to any tire that has been sitting for long periods without use.

Tires are only one part of the pre-drive routine on a modern exotic, but they are one of the most visible and easiest items to verify. A quick check can catch a nail, curb strike, or slow leak before it turns into a roadside problem. On a 2018 McLaren, that inspection should be paired with broader checks of brakes, fluids, and battery condition before any meaningful trip.