2022 Lexus Trucks Tire Fitment Guide

2022 Lexus Trucks vehicles use ten sizes: 265/60R18 and 265/55R19 for GX460; 265/55R20, 265/50R22, and 265/65R18 for LX600; 235/60R18 for NX250, NX350, and NX350h; 235/50R20 for NX350, NX350h, and NX450h+; 235/55R20 and 235/65R18 for RX350, RX350L, RX450h, and RX450hL; and 225/50R18 for UX200 and UX250h. Rim diameters across the lineup are 18, 19, 20, and 22 inches.

Because the 2022 Lexus Trucks range includes body-on-frame SUVs and multiple crossover families, year and make alone are not enough to choose a tire. Start by identifying the exact model, then confirm whether it uses the 18-, 19-, 20-, or 22-inch wheel package on the vehicle now. That approach prevents the most common mistake, which is choosing a tire that fits a related Lexus model but not the actual wheels on your own vehicle.

On a 2022 Lexus Trucks tire, 265/60R18 is a metric radial size. The 265 is the nominal section width in millimeters, 60 is the aspect ratio, the R identifies radial construction, and 18 is the wheel diameter in inches. Within this model year, that size belongs to the GX460 and mounts on an 18-inch wheel.

That code matters because each part affects fitment. A GX460 using 265/60R18 cannot simply move to a 19-inch or 20-inch Lexus truck size without a matching wheel change, even if the vehicle is from the same year and make. When comparing tires in this size, use the code first, then confirm the wheel diameter and any product-specific details such as approved rim-width range or speed rating.

No, 2022 Lexus Trucks models do not use the same tire size. The lineup breaks into distinct model-family fitments: GX460 has two sizes, LX600 has three, the NX family uses two shared sizes across several models, the RX family uses two shared sizes across four models, and the UX pair shares one size. Every size in this year is a metric radial, but the wheel diameters and section profiles change considerably from one family to another.

That means model identification comes before product selection. A buyer comparing an NX350, RX350, and UX250h is not choosing among interchangeable tire options, but among different wheel-and-tire packages designed for different vehicles. If the vehicle has been fitted with non-original wheels, verify the sidewall size on the tire and the actual wheel diameter before replacing anything.

The available 225/50R18 products for 2022 Lexus Trucks come in Blackwall form, and they apply to the UX200 and UX250h fitment. No sidewall-style range appears here for the other Lexus truck sizes, so the clearly represented product choice in this year centers on modern Blackwall radial construction for that UX application.

For a 2022 luxury SUV or crossover, Blackwall styling is a natural visual match and aligns with the contemporary appearance Lexus used across the lineup. If you are choosing for a UX model, the sidewall question is straightforward compared with many older collector vehicles where whitewalls or specialty sidewall treatments change the look dramatically. On GX, LX, NX, and RX models, confirm the exact size first and then compare the sidewall treatment of the specific tire you are considering.

BFGoodrich currently covers the 225/50R18 fitment used by 2022 Lexus Trucks UX200 and UX250h models, with three radial Blackwall products in that size. The rest of the year’s Lexus truck fitments span additional sizes across GX, LX, NX, and RX families, so brand comparison starts with identifying the exact size before expecting the same brand coverage across the whole make.

That matters because a year-make search can make the lineup look broader than any single model really is. A UX owner can compare BFGoodrich options directly within one size, while a GX460 or LX600 owner first needs to confirm whether the vehicle rides on 18-, 19-, 20-, or 22-inch wheels. Once the size is locked in, brand choice becomes much easier to compare on construction, appearance, and service priorities.

For 2022 Lexus Trucks using 225/50R18, both BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S and BFGoodrich g-Force Sport COMP-2 are radial Blackwall tires in 225/50ZR18 95W with the same 18-inch rim diameter and a 6.0- to 8.0-inch rim-width range. The all-season version weighs 28 pounds, while the Sport COMP-2 comes in at 27 pounds. Both carry a W speed rating, which corresponds to a 168 mph ceiling.

For a UX200 or UX250h owner, the main takeaway is that both fit the same wheel-size window, so the comparison is more about the tire’s intended character than basic dimensional fit. When two tires share the same size and speed rating, details such as weight, series emphasis, and the kind of driving you expect from the vehicle become the useful tie-breakers. Confirm the exact size on the vehicle and then compare the series that best matches your use.

A clear rim-width range appears for 2022 Lexus Trucks in the 225/50R18 fitment used by the UX200 and UX250h. BFGoodrich products in that size fit rims from 6.0 to 8.0 inches wide, with one version expressed as 6 to 8 inches. That range applies to the 18-inch wheel diameter associated with 225/50R18.

Rim width matters because even when the wheel diameter is correct, an out-of-range wheel can change the tire’s shape and how it seats. If your UX still has factory-dimension wheels, the fit is usually straightforward, but aftermarket wheels should always be measured and confirmed before replacing tires. For the other 2022 Lexus Trucks sizes, treat the sidewall size and the actual wheel on the vehicle as the first checkpoints.

The represented 2022 Lexus Trucks products in 225/50R18 are modern radial tires with size markings such as 225/50ZR18, and there is no tube-type marking attached to them. That points to a tubeless-style modern passenger tire configuration for the UX200 and UX250h fitment covered here. No mixed tube-type and tubeless variation appears within that size.

For most modern Lexus SUV and crossover applications, the practical concern is less about adding tubes and more about the condition of the wheel, valve stem, and bead seat. If a vehicle has damaged wheels, corrosion, or a custom wheel setup, those issues should be corrected before new tires are mounted. On any 2022 Lexus Trucks model, keep the tire, wheel, and valve hardware matched as a system rather than focusing on the tire alone.

A 2022 Lexus Trucks vehicle should be stored on clean, properly inflated tires in a cool, dry space away from direct sunlight, electric motors, furnaces, welders, and other ozone-producing sources. Modern radial tires generally tolerate static storage better than older bias-ply designs, but they still age from heat, UV exposure, and long periods without movement. Moisture control and a stable indoor environment help preserve both the rubber and the wheels.

If the vehicle sits for long stretches, move it periodically so the tires are not carrying the same load on the same contact patch month after month. For longer seasonal storage, some owners also use stands to reduce sustained loading, provided the vehicle is supported safely and correctly. A quick pressure check before parking and again before the next drive helps prevent damage that begins with an unnoticed underinflated tire.

Tires on a 2022 Lexus Trucks vehicle should be judged by age as much as by tread wear. A practical rule is to inspect them closely once they reach the five- to seven-year range and to treat around ten years as the point where replacement deserves serious consideration, even if the tread still looks usable. The DOT date code on the sidewall gives the manufacturing week and year.

That age-based approach is especially important on premium SUVs and crossovers that may see lower annual mileage than their appearance suggests. A Lexus that looks lightly used can still be running on tires that are older than they should be for dependable road use. If ride quality changes, cracking appears, or the tire begins losing pressure more often, move from routine inspection to replacement planning rather than relying on tread depth alone.

Tires on a 2022 Lexus Trucks vehicle should be inspected before every drive and more carefully before any extended highway trip. Check for visible cracking, cuts, punctures, bulges, unusual shoulder wear, and pressure loss, and look over the valve stems at the same time. On a modern radial Lexus fitment, those routine checks catch most of the problems that develop long before a tire actually fails.

A monthly hands-on inspection is a good baseline even for vehicles that are not driven often. If the SUV or crossover is used for family travel, highway commuting, or long road trips, that quick walkaround becomes even more important because many tire issues begin as small sidewall or tread changes. Catching them early also helps you decide whether the problem is tire age, alignment, inflation, or wheel condition.

2022 Lexus Trucks use modern radial tire sizes, and the represented 225/50R18 UX fitment includes W-rated products with a 168 mph ceiling. That rating is far beyond normal U.S. highway speeds, so for routine road use the more important safety factors are correct size, proper inflation, tire age, and the condition of the vehicle’s suspension and brakes. A properly matched radial tire is entirely appropriate for modern Lexus highway use when it is in good condition.

The key is not to treat the speed rating as permission to ignore the basics. A mis-sized tire, an underinflated tire, or an aged tire is a larger real-world risk than the theoretical maximum speed capability printed on the sidewall. Before taking any 2022 Lexus Trucks model on the highway, confirm that the sidewall size matches the wheel and model, then verify pressure, tread condition, and overall vehicle readiness.

Inflation pressure for 2022 Lexus Trucks should follow the vehicle placard or owner’s manual first, because factory pressure recommendations are specific to the model, wheel package, and load condition. Within the represented 225/50R18 BFGoodrich range, one product carries a maximum load of 1,709 pounds at 50 psi, but that figure is the tire’s rated limit rather than a universal operating pressure for every Lexus application.

Use the manufacturer’s vehicle recommendation as your everyday baseline and the tire sidewall information as the product’s upper-rated context, not as a blanket setting. Pressure also should not be transferred from a GX460 to an NX, RX, or UX simply because they share the Lexus name. Check pressure cold, adjust it to the exact model and size on the vehicle, and recheck after seasonal temperature swings.

Before a longer drive in a 2022 Lexus Trucks vehicle, inspect all four tires for cracking, cuts, embedded objects, sidewall bulges, irregular tread wear, and proper cold inflation. Check the spare as well, especially on GX460 and LX600 models that may be expected to cover longer family or touring miles. A quick look at the valve stems and wheel condition adds another layer of confidence before departure.

Tires are only one part of the pre-drive routine, but they are the part in constant contact with the road. Longer trips are also the time to confirm that the size on the vehicle actually matches the model’s wheel package, particularly if the Lexus was purchased used or has aftermarket wheels. When the tire inspection is paired with brake, fluid, and lighting checks, the whole vehicle is better prepared for sustained highway use.