Ultra-Performance

255/40R20 Tyres

Maximum grip for high-performance vehicles · Australia

Tyre Width
255 mm
Sidewall Height
102 mm
Rim Diameter
20"
Overall Diameter
712 mm

About 255/40R20 Tyres

An ultra-low profile performance tyre designed for sports cars and performance-focused vehicles. The minimal sidewall height maximises steering response and cornering precision at the expense of ride comfort. Tread compounds are typically softer for maximum dry grip but wear faster than everyday tyres. A less common size so expect fewer options and higher prices — premium brands like Michelin Pilot Sport and Bridgestone Potenza dominate this segment.

What do the numbers mean?

255
Tread Width

255mm across the contact patch — the part that touches the road.

40%
Aspect Ratio

The sidewall height is 40% of the tread width — 102mm tall.

R20"
Rim Size

Fits a 20-inch wheel. The R means radial construction — standard on all modern vehicles.

255/40R20 Buying Guide

Ultra-low profile tyres in this size are fitted to high-performance sports cars, luxury vehicles, and track-focused machines including the BMW M2, M3, and M4, Porsche 718 Cayman and 911 variants, Audi RS3 and RS5, Mercedes-AMG C43/C63, Chevrolet Corvette, and locally modified performance cars running wider wheel packages. If you're on this size, your vehicle's handling is a priority.

The brand landscape is dominated by premium performance specialists. Michelin Pilot Sport 4S and Pilot Sport Cup 2 lead in lap times and dry grip across independent comparisons. Bridgestone Potenza Sport and Pirelli P Zero Corsa follow closely for outright performance. Continental SportContact 7 and Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 are strong choices that balance track-day grip with longer tread life and quieter road manners for daily driving. For drivers on a tighter budget, Yokohama Advan Sport V107 and Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 deliver genuine performance at meaningfully lower prices than the top tier.

When buying ultra-performance tyres, tread compound matters more than in any other category — softer compounds offer dramatically better grip but can wear out in as few as 15,000–20,000 km. If this car is your daily driver, a dual-compound or harder-spec version of the same model extends tyre life significantly. Ensure the speed rating matches your car's requirements (most performance vehicles in this class require Y or ZR rated tyres). Check the tyre's weight — lighter construction improves unsprung mass and handling response. Because this is a low-volume size, eBay is one of the few places where genuine pricing competition exists; check for import-warehouse listings of reputable brands.

255/40R20 Price Guide

Budget brands$200 – $320 per tyre
Mid-range (Yokohama, Hankook, Falken)$300 – $525 per tyre
Premium (Michelin, Bridgestone, Continental)$488 – $750 per tyre

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Vehicles That Use 255/40R20

The following vehicles use 255/40R20 as an OEM or common fitment size:

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