In 2019, Rolls-Royce balanced traditional coachbuilt luxury with modern grand touring in a lineup that ranged from the open-top Dawn and fastback Wraith to the stately Ghost and flagship Phantom. Tire selection matters more than it first appears because 2019 Rolls-Royce vehicles span nine distinct sizes across four models, with some shared among Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith while Ghost and Phantom also carry model-specific fitments. The real choice is less about bias-ply versus radial and more about identifying the exact model, front-versus-rear size, and wheel diameter your car uses. Confirming those points first will narrow your search quickly and keep the tire choice aligned with the way your Rolls-Royce was equipped.
Which Tire Size Is Right for Your 2019 Rolls-Royce
2019 Rolls-Royce vehicles use nine tire sizes, and they are not shared across the full model range. Several sizes are common to Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith, while Ghost and Phantom also use model-specific fitments with different wheel diameters. Understanding that distinction before choosing a product saves time and helps match the tire to the correct model and wheel.
255/40R21 is a metric radial size with a 255-millimeter section width, a 40-series aspect ratio, and a 21-inch rim diameter. This size is used on Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith, but no products are present here to compare brands, sidewall styles, tube status, or speed ratings. Its role in the range is as a model-shared 21-inch fitment rather than a universal 2019 Rolls-Royce size. Confirm the exact model and whether the car calls for this front or rear size before choosing a tire.
Year(s): 2019|Fit(s): Dawn, Ghost, Wraith|Construction: Radial|Rim: 20 in
255/45R20 is a metric radial size with a 255-millimeter section width, a 45-series aspect ratio, and a 20-inch rim diameter. BFGoodrich, Nitto, and Pro-Trac offer this size, with blackwall and RWL sidewall styles available; the BFGoodrich and Nitto products carry W speed ratings to 168 mph, and rim-width guidance appears at 8.0 to 9.5 inches where specified. This size serves Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith rather than the full 2019 Rolls-Royce lineup, so model confirmation still matters. It suits buyers who need the correct 20-inch radial fitment and want to compare sidewall appearance along with brand character.
285/35R21 is a metric radial size with a 285-millimeter section width, a 35-series aspect ratio, and a 21-inch rim diameter. This size is specific to Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith within the 2019 Rolls-Royce range, with no products here to compare sidewall styles, tube status, or speed ratings. Its wider section and lower profile place it in the shared 21-inch fitment group for those models rather than across every Rolls-Royce built that year. Verify model and axle position before moving from size selection to product selection.
285/40R20 is a metric radial size with a 285-millimeter section width, a 40-series aspect ratio, and a 20-inch rim diameter. It belongs to Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith rather than every 2019 Rolls-Royce model, and no products are present here to compare brand, sidewall, tube status, or speed-rating details. Within the shared 20-inch fitment group, it represents the wider companion size used on those models. Check the exact model and wheel diameter before treating it as interchangeable with the 21-inch options.
255/50R19 is a metric radial size with a 255-millimeter section width, a 50-series aspect ratio, and a 19-inch rim diameter. This is a Ghost-specific fitment within the 2019 Rolls-Royce range, and no products are present here to compare brands, sidewall styles, or speed ratings. Its main buyer takeaway is fitment specificity: it applies to Ghost rather than Dawn, Wraith, or Phantom. Start by confirming that your Ghost is equipped with the 19-inch wheel package before selecting a tire.
255/45R22 is a metric radial size with a 255-millimeter section width, a 45-series aspect ratio, and a 22-inch rim diameter. This size is specific to Phantom, with no products here to compare brands, sidewall styles, tube status, or speed ratings. It should be treated as a Phantom-only 22-inch fitment rather than as part of the Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith size group. Confirm the wheel diameter on the car before moving forward, since Phantom also uses a separate 21-inch set.
255/50R21 is a metric radial size with a 255-millimeter section width, a 50-series aspect ratio, and a 21-inch rim diameter. It is specific to Phantom in the 2019 Rolls-Royce lineup, and no products are present here to compare sidewall, tube, or speed-rating details. That makes the practical decision straightforward: confirm that your Phantom uses the 21-inch wheel set rather than the 22-inch alternative. Once wheel diameter is confirmed, product selection becomes much simpler.
285/40R22 is a metric radial size with a 285-millimeter section width, a 40-series aspect ratio, and a 22-inch rim diameter. This is a Phantom-specific fitment, with no products here to compare brands, sidewall styles, tube status, or speed ratings. Within the 2019 Rolls-Royce range, it belongs only to the Phantom 22-inch setup rather than to the shared Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith group. Verify that your car uses the 22-inch package before selecting this wider size.
285/45R21 is a metric radial size with a 285-millimeter section width, a 45-series aspect ratio, and a 21-inch rim diameter. It is specific to Phantom, and no products are present here to compare brand choices, sidewall styles, or speed ratings. Its job in the range is as the wider companion to Phantom's 21-inch fitment, not as a cross-model Rolls-Royce size. Confirm both model and wheel diameter before selecting it.
Four 2019 Rolls-Royce models are covered here: Dawn, Ghost, Phantom, and Wraith. Tire size varies by model, and in some cases by wheel package, so year and make alone are not enough to choose correctly. Select your model below to narrow the fitment history and see which sizes apply to that specific Rolls-Royce.
2019 Rolls-Royce Dawn
The Dawn is Rolls-Royce's grand touring convertible, combining open-air luxury with the brand's modern V12-era design language. Its tires mount on 20-inch or 21-inch wheels depending on the fitment, so the first checkpoint is wheel diameter before comparing front and rear sizes.
The Ghost sits as a formal luxury sedan with a more understated character than the Phantom, yet it still carries unmistakable Rolls-Royce presence. Ghost uses 19-inch, 20-inch, or 21-inch fitments in this range, making exact model-and-wheel confirmation especially important before choosing a size.
The Phantom remains the marque's flagship, built around maximum presence, isolation, and bespoke luxury. Its tires mount on either 21-inch or 22-inch wheels here, and those two wheel diameters are separate fitment families rather than casual substitutes.
The Wraith is Rolls-Royce's dramatic fastback coupe, aimed at drivers who want the brand's luxury with a more sporting silhouette. Like the Dawn, it uses either 20-inch or 21-inch wheels in this set of fitments, so wheel diameter and axle position should be confirmed before narrowing to a specific tire.
Four products are available across one of the nine tire sizes used on 2019 Rolls-Royce vehicles. In 255/45R20, BFGoodrich, Nitto, and Pro-Trac cover radial choices with blackwall and RWL sidewall styles. Confirm the exact size and wheel diameter before selecting.
These FAQs focus on how 2019 Rolls-Royce tire sizes vary by model and wheel package, how to decode the modern metric sizing used across the range, and what to check for long-term care on low-use luxury cars.
Size Basics & Fitment
What tire sizes fit 2019 Rolls-Royce vehicles?
2019 Rolls-Royce vehicles use nine sizes across four models: 255/40R21, 255/45R20, 285/35R21, 285/40R20, 255/50R19, 255/45R22, 255/50R21, 285/40R22, and 285/45R21. Dawn uses 255/45R20, 285/40R20, 255/40R21, and 285/35R21. Ghost uses those same four sizes plus 255/50R19. Phantom uses 255/50R21, 285/45R21, 255/45R22, and 285/40R22. Wraith matches Dawn with the same 20-inch and 21-inch combinations.
That means 2019 Rolls-Royce fitment is model-specific, not a one-size-fits-all year-and-make situation. Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith share several sizes, but Phantom stands apart with its own 21-inch and 22-inch pairings, and Ghost also has a 19-inch fitment. Before moving on to product selection, confirm the exact model, wheel diameter, and whether you are matching a front or wider rear size.
What does 255/45R20 mean on a 2019 Rolls-Royce tire?
On a 2019 Rolls-Royce tire, 255/45R20 is a modern metric radial size. The 255 is the nominal section width in millimeters, 45 is the aspect ratio, R identifies radial construction, and 20 is the wheel diameter in inches. In this model range, that size is used on Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith, not on Phantom.
Reading the size correctly helps avoid a common mistake with modern luxury cars: choosing a tire with the right width but the wrong wheel diameter or sidewall height. A 255/45R20 is not interchangeable with 255/40R21 or 255/50R19 just because the 255 width repeats. Match the full size code on the car, then confirm whether your Rolls-Royce uses a paired wider rear size as part of the same setup.
Do all 2019 Rolls-Royce models use the same tire size?
No. 2019 Rolls-Royce models do not all use the same tire size. Dawn and Wraith share the same four sizes, Ghost shares those four and adds 255/50R19, while Phantom uses a separate group of 21-inch and 22-inch fitments: 255/50R21, 285/45R21, 255/45R22, and 285/40R22.
That difference matters because Rolls-Royce buyers often know the year and make but may be comparing cars with different wheel packages or body styles. A Ghost tire search can overlap with Dawn and Wraith in some cases, but Phantom requires its own path. If you are unsure which model-specific page to follow, start by checking the tire size molded into the sidewall and the wheel diameter on the car.
Buying the Right Tire
What sidewall styles are available for 2019 Rolls-Royce tires?
For 2019 Rolls-Royce fitments with available products here, 255/45R20 comes in both blackwall and RWL form. BFGoodrich and Nitto cover blackwall choices, while Pro-Trac offers an RWL version in the same size. All of those are radial tires sized for Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith applications that use 20-inch wheels.
Sidewall appearance matters differently on a modern Rolls-Royce than it would on a mid-century restoration. Most owners seeking a factory-like late-model luxury look will gravitate toward blackwall styling, while an RWL tire creates a more custom or performance-oriented visual statement. If appearance is part of the decision, choose the sidewall style only after confirming the exact size and wheel diameter your car requires.
What brands make tires for 2019 Rolls-Royce vehicles?
BFGoodrich, Nitto, and Pro-Trac are represented for 2019 Rolls-Royce fitments here, all in 255/45R20. BFGoodrich appears with g-Force Comp 2 AS and g-Force Sport Comp 2 offerings, Nitto with the NT555 G2, and Pro-Trac with the Street Pro III. Each of those is a radial 20-inch tire intended for the Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith size group.
Brand choice on a modern Rolls-Royce usually comes down to the exact combination of sidewall look, speed rating, and tire personality you want within the correct fitment. That is different from choosing among original-equipment style reproductions for an earlier collector car. Once the size is settled, compare the available brands within that size rather than trying to compare across unrelated wheel diameters.
What is the difference between BFGoodrich g-Force Comp 2 AS and BFGoodrich g-Force Sport Comp 2 for the 2019 Rolls-Royce?
In 255/45R20 for 2019 Rolls-Royce applications, both BFGoodrich options are radial blackwall tires in size 255/45ZR20 with a 101W speed and load marking, and both share an 8.0 to 9.5 inch rim-width range. The g-Force Sport Comp 2 carries a published maximum load figure of 1819 pounds at 51 psi, while both tires are shown at 32 pounds in weight.
That makes this comparison more about tire series choice than about a major fitment difference. Since the size, speed symbol, sidewall appearance, and wheel-width range align closely, the practical next step is to compare the exact series you prefer within the proper 255/45R20 application. Keep the focus on matching your Rolls-Royce's required size first, then narrow by series once fitment is settled.
Fitting & Setup
What rim width do 2019 Rolls-Royce tires require?
For 2019 Rolls-Royce applications with published wheel-width guidance here, 255/45R20 products from BFGoodrich fit rims from 8.0 to 9.5 inches wide. That range applies to the BFGoodrich 255/45ZR20 offerings used on Dawn, Ghost, and Wraith fitments. Other 2019 Rolls-Royce sizes in this range do not carry wheel-width figures here.
Rim width is worth checking because the correct tire size alone does not guarantee that every wheel is equally suitable across all brands and tire series. If your car uses 255/45R20, compare your wheel against the tire's approved width range before final selection. On the other 2019 Rolls-Royce sizes, use the wheel diameter and the sidewall size marking as your first checkpoints, then verify product-specific wheel-width guidance where available.
Do 2019 Rolls-Royce tires require inner tubes?
The 2019 Rolls-Royce fitments covered here are modern radial sizes, and the available 255/45R20 products do not carry a tube-type marking. That points buyers toward contemporary tubeless-style fitments rather than antique tube-type construction. The rest of the 2019 Rolls-Royce sizes shown here are also radial metric sizes, which belong to the same modern fitment era.
Even so, wheel condition still matters. A modern tubeless tire depends on the wheel and valve hardware sealing properly, so corrosion, damage, or nonstandard wheel work can create issues even when the size is correct. If your Rolls-Royce has aftermarket wheels or repaired factory rims, have the wheel inspected before installation rather than assuming the tire alone determines whether a tube is needed.
Maintenance, Storage & Longevity
How should I store a 2019 Rolls-Royce when the tires are fitted?
A stored 2019 Rolls-Royce should be kept out of direct sunlight and away from ozone-producing equipment such as electric motors, compressors, and battery chargers. Clean, dry storage conditions help preserve the rubber, and the car should either be moved periodically or supported in a way that avoids one small contact patch carrying the load for months at a time. That is especially helpful on heavy luxury cars with low annual mileage.
Storage habits have a real effect on appearance and ride quality even when tread wear remains minimal. Flat-spotting, sidewall weathering, and pressure loss tend to show up long before a collector-owned or lightly used Rolls-Royce actually wears out its tread. Keeping the tires properly inflated during storage and checking them before the next drive will do more for longevity than mileage-based assumptions.
How long do tires on a 2019 Rolls-Royce typically last?
On a 2019 Rolls-Royce, tire age is usually a better guide than mileage because many luxury and collector-oriented cars are driven infrequently. A good rule is to evaluate tires closely once they reach about five to seven years of age and to treat around ten years as a serious replacement point regardless of tread depth. The DOT date code on the sidewall is the reference for the tire's actual age.
That matters because a low-mile Rolls-Royce can still be riding on tires that look presentable but are aging internally. Heat cycles, storage conditions, and long periods of inactivity all influence service life. If the car is new to you, checking the date codes is one of the first things to do, especially before any sustained highway use or long-distance touring.
How often should tires on a 2019 Rolls-Royce be inspected?
Tires on a 2019 Rolls-Royce should be inspected before every drive and given a more deliberate check before any extended trip. Look for sidewall cracking, cuts, bulges, uneven wear, and any sign that the tire is not holding pressure consistently. Because these cars often use staggered front and rear sizes, it is also smart to confirm that each position still carries the correct size after any prior service work.
Frequent inspection is especially important on a vehicle that may spend long periods parked and then return suddenly to highway use. Catching a pressure loss, a sidewall bruise, or an age-related crack in the garage is far better than discovering it at speed. Include the spare in that routine if the car carries one, since age and pressure matter there as well.
Safety & Road Use
Are 2019 Rolls-Royce tires safe for highway driving?
Yes, 2019 Rolls-Royce tires in the modern radial sizes used here are intended for contemporary road use when they are the correct size, in sound condition, and properly inflated. The available 255/45R20 products carry W speed ratings, which correspond to a 168 mph ceiling. That is well beyond normal U.S. highway operation and reflects the fact that these are modern high-performance radial fitments rather than antique or bias-ply constructions.
Real-world safety still depends on more than the speed symbol. Tire age, pressure, alignment, wheel condition, and the car's overall mechanical condition all matter, especially on a heavy luxury car capable of high speeds. For routine highway driving, the key is not chasing the highest speed capability but making sure the exact tire on the car matches the required size and is in healthy condition.
What inflation pressure should I use for 2019 Rolls-Royce tires?
Inflation pressure for a 2019 Rolls-Royce should start with the factory vehicle recommendation for the exact model, wheel package, and axle position. One available 255/45R20 BFGoodrich product publishes a maximum load of 1819 pounds at 51 psi, but that figure is the tire's rated maximum for that tire, not a universal operating pressure for every 2019 Rolls-Royce fitment or every axle position.
That distinction is important because a pressure suitable for one tire size or one wheel setup should not be transferred casually to another. Use the car's placard or owner's manual for the baseline inflation target, then confirm that the tire you choose is appropriate for that application. On a staggered setup, front and rear pressures may differ, so treat each axle as its own specification.
What should I check before taking a 2019 Rolls-Royce on a longer drive?
Before a longer drive in a 2019 Rolls-Royce, inspect each tire for cracking, cuts, punctures, bulges, and uneven tread wear, then verify cold inflation pressure. Make sure the size on each wheel matches the intended position, particularly if the car uses a staggered arrangement with a narrower front and wider rear tire. Check valve stems, wheel condition, and the age of the tires as part of the same review.
That tire inspection should sit alongside a broader pre-trip check of fluids, brakes, battery condition, and suspension health. A late-model Rolls-Royce may feel effortlessly composed, but long periods of inactivity can hide age-related issues that only appear once the car is back at speed. If anything about the tires looks questionable, resolve it before the trip rather than trying to assess it on the road.
