18-inch rim · dimensions and fitment reference

245/35 R18 tyre size

245/35 R18 has a nominal diameter of 628.7 mm (24.75 inches) and a 85.75 mm sidewall. Check the dimensions, car-guide matches and neighbouring rim-size alternatives below.

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245/35 R18 dimensions

Nominal dimensions of 245/35 R18
MeasurementMillimetresInches
Overall diameter628.724.75
Sidewall height85.753.38
Section width2459.65
Circumference1,975.1277.76
Rim diameter457.218
Revolutions per kilometre
506.3
Revolutions per mile
814.81

Calculated from the nominal size, without load or tread wear. Revolutions use nominal circumference, not a measured rolling circumference. Tyre model, inflation, load and rim width can change the real dimensions.

Reading the size

245 is the nominal section width in millimetres, not tread width. 35 is the sidewall height as a percentage of that width. R means radial construction, and 18 is the rim diameter in inches. For the load index, speed rating and date code that follow the size, read how to read a tyre size.

Rim-width starting range

7.5 to 8.5 inches

Our passenger-car guidance estimates a 8-inch measuring rim and a half-inch band either side. This is a starting estimate, not an approved rim-width range. The exact tyre manufacturer's published range takes priority. Our guide to choosing wheel width for a tyre explains how to find the approved range.

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Plus-size and minus-size alternatives

Computed candidates within ±3% of the 628.7 mm diameter, on 17-inch and 19-inch rims. Width stays within 20 mm of this tyre, using 165 to 355 mm widths in 10 mm steps and 25 to 80% profiles in 5% steps. These combinations are not a stock list or fitment approval; check availability and the exact tyre specification.

Minus one: 17-inch rims

245/35 R18 alternatives on 17-inch rims
Candidate sizeDiameterChangeCompare
245/40 R17627.8 mm-0.14%Compare sizes
225/45 R17634.3 mm+0.89%Compare sizes
255/40 R17635.8 mm+1.13%Compare sizes
235/40 R17619.8 mm-1.42%Compare sizes
265/35 R17617.3 mm-1.81%Compare sizes
235/45 R17643.3 mm+2.32%Compare sizes
265/40 R17643.8 mm+2.4%Compare sizes
225/40 R17611.8 mm-2.69%Compare sizes
255/35 R17610.3 mm-2.93%Compare sizes

Plus one: 19-inch rims

245/35 R18 alternatives on 19-inch rims
Candidate sizeDiameterChangeCompare
245/30 R19629.6 mm+0.14%Compare sizes
235/30 R19623.6 mm-0.81%Compare sizes
255/30 R19635.6 mm+1.1%Compare sizes
225/30 R19617.6 mm-1.77%Compare sizes
225/35 R19640.1 mm+1.81%Compare sizes
265/30 R19641.6 mm+2.05%Compare sizes
265/25 R19615.1 mm-2.16%Compare sizes
235/35 R19647.1 mm+2.93%Compare sizes
255/25 R19610.1 mm-2.96%Compare sizes

How a size change moves the speedometer and gearing is covered in plus-sizing wheels. A smaller rim must still clear the brakes. Check wheel width, offset, load and speed ratings, full steering and suspension travel, and vehicle restrictions. AWD and staggered cars may need a much tighter rolling-circumference match than this screening limit.

Cars and setups listing 245/35 R18

Use the trim, market and axle as well as the car name. Each guide links to its supporting sources and explains clearance limits.

Factory trims

Stock uses of 245/35 R18
CarTrimAxle
BMW 1 Series E81/E82/E87/E88 (2004–2013)135i and 18-inch sport packageRear
BMW M140i / 1 Series F20 / F21 (2011–2019)M135i / M140i, Style 436MRear

Popular community setups

Popular setup uses of 245/35 R18
CarSetupAxle
Honda Civic Si FE1 / 11th gen (2022–present)Wider street fitmentFront and rear

245/35 R18 compared with

Sizes people often weigh against 245/35 R18, with the full dimension, speedometer and gearing comparison on each page. The percentage is the change in overall diameter from 245/35 R18.

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Questions

How tall is a 245/35 R18 tyre?

Its nominal overall diameter is 628.7 mm (24.75 inches). Sidewall height is 85.75 mm. These are size-code calculations; actual dimensions vary by tyre model, rim and operating conditions.

What rim width should I use for 245/35 R18?

Our starting estimate is 7.5 to 8.5 inches, around a 8-inch measuring rim. This is not a manufacturer-approved range. Check the exact tyre model's published rim widths before fitting.

Can I replace 245/35 R18 with one of the alternatives?

The alternatives only match nominal diameter within 3% on a rim one inch smaller or larger. That does not approve fitment. Confirm that the size is manufactured, then check load and speed ratings, rim width, brakes, bodywork clearance, vehicle approval and any AWD requirements.

Which cars use 245/35 R18?

3 car guides list this size. The tables separate factory trims from community setups and identify the axle. A popular setup is not a factory tyre approval.

Check the exact tyre

For how measured dimensions and approved rim ranges differ from nominal calculations, see Tire Rack’s tyre specification guide.