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Lexus RX generations and tyre sizes

RX

RX XU1

2000 – 2003
Petrol148 kW (201 PS)Automatic
225/60 R17
RX

HXU1

2000 – 2003
RX

RX XU3

2003 – 2009
Petrol, Hybrid150–203 kW (204–276 PS)Automatic
225/60 R17235/55 R18235/60 R18
RX

HXU3

2003 – 2009
RX

AL1

2009 – 2012
Petrol, Hybrid204–220 kW (277–299 PS)Automatic
235/60 R18235/55 R19
RX

AL1 (1. Facelift)

2012 – 2015
Petrol, Hybrid204–220 kW (277–299 PS)Automatic
235/60 R18235/55 R19
RX AL2

AL2

2016 – 2019
Petrol, Hybrid175–230 kW (238–313 PS)Automatic
235/65 R18235/55 R20
RX AL2 (1. Facelift)

AL2 (1. Facelift)

2019 – 2022
Petrol, Hybrid175–230 kW (238–313 PS)Automatic
235/65 R18235/60 R19255/55 R19235/55 R20255/50 R20255/45 R21265/45 R21
RX RX AL3

RX AL3

2022 – Now
Hybrid152–273 kW (207–371 PS)Automatic
235/60 R19235/50 R21

For the Lexus RX in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (rated 9.5/10) and Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10). The Lexus RX uses 12 tyre sizes across 9 generations. The GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 excels in Comfort while the Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Lexus RX - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Lexus RX

Best tyres for Lexus RX by category

Best for dry
Pirelli SCORPION WINTER
9.4/10
Best for wet
Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
9.5/10
Best for comfort
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.2/10
Best for noise
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.2/10
Best for snow
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
9.3/10
Best overall
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.5/10

Tyre comparison for Lexus RX

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-19.59.08.69.29.2Premium75%
2Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium66%
3Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV9.19.59.16.97.1Premium66%
4Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium125%
5Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV9.08.78.97.97.9Premium308%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Lexus RX?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Lexus RX are: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (9.5/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV (9.1/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Lexus RX?
The Lexus RX uses the following tyre sizes: 225/60 R17, 235/55 R18, 235/60 R18, 235/55 R19, 235/65 R18, 235/55 R20, 235/60 R19, 255/55 R19, 255/50 R20, 255/45 R21, 265/45 R21, 235/50 R21.
How many generations does the Lexus RX have?
The Lexus RX has 9 generations, from 2000 to 2022.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Lexus RX?
For wet road performance on Lexus RX, the top-rated tyres are Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV (9.5/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 good for Lexus RX?
Yes, the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 is the top-rated tyre for Lexus RX with a rating of 9.5/10. Its strongest discipline is comfort. It covers 75% of Lexus RX tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Lexus RX?
To choose the right tyres for Lexus RX: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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