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Yokohama YK-GTX
Upgrade to the Yokohama YK-GTX 255/55R18 109V XL BSW, a premium touring tire built for drivers who want all-season grip, long tread life, wet-road confidence, sporty handling, and a quiet, comfortable ride. This 255/55R18 YK-GTX is a popular balanced fitment for select Toyota Highlander, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento, Ford Edge, Nissan Murano, Honda Pilot models, plus similar vehicles using 18-inch wheels.
Why choose the Yokohama YK-GTX in 255/55R18?
Made for crossovers, small SUVs, wagons, and family vehicles: The 109V XL rating adds extra load capacity for heavier trims, passengers, cargo, and higher-feature vehicle packages.
Confident all-season performance: The YK-GTX is designed for dependable traction in dry, wet, and light winter conditions while keeping daily ride comfort in focus.
Sporty handling with a refined feel: An optimized contact patch and closed outside shoulder ribs help support responsive steering and stable highway control.
Quiet touring comfort: A multi-pitch tread design helps reduce pattern noise for a smoother ride on commutes, errands, and road trips.
Long-wearing tread design: Yokohama's high-resin tread compound and deformation-resistant profile help promote even wear and extended tread life.
Popular vehicle fitments for 255/55R18 Yokohama YK-GTX
This tire size is commonly used on select trims of the Toyota Highlander, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento, Ford Edge, Nissan Murano, and Honda Pilot. It is also a strong option for similar cars, crossovers, SUVs, hybrids, and commuter vehicles that use the same tire size, load rating, speed rating, and wheel diameter.
Size and rating details
255/55R18: This size is designed for 18-inch wheels and helps shoppers match the tire to an original equipment or replacement fitment.
109V XL: The service description and load range identify the tire's load capacity and speed rating for compatible vehicles.
BSW: This version uses black sidewall styling for the finished look on the vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Yokohama YK-GTX 255/55R18 good for daily driving?
Yes. It is built for comfortable daily driving, confident wet and dry handling, light winter traction, and long tread life.
What vehicles use the Yokohama YK-GTX 255/55R18?
Popular applications include select Toyota Highlander, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento, and Ford Edge models, along with comparable vehicles using the same size, load range, and speed rating.
Does the Yokohama YK-GTX have a mileage warranty?
Yes. Yokohama and Discount Tire list up to a 70,000-mile limited treadwear warranty for the YK-GTX.
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADE (UTQG)Uniform Tire Quality Grade
| SECTION WIDTH Measures the width of the tire from sidewall to sidewall, which is mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 255 |
| ASPECT RATIO Determines the sidewall height of the tire, based on the width. | 55 |
| RIM DIAMETER Measures the rim size from top to bottom (in inches). | 18" |
| OVERALL DIAMETER Measures the tire height from top to bottom when mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 29.1" |
| RIM WIDTH RANGE The approved range of rim widths this tire can be safely mounted on. | 7.0" - 9.0" |
| WEIGHT The weight of the tire measured in pounds (weight of tire only). | 33.13 LBS |
| TREAD DEPTH Measured in /32 of an inch to determine the height of the tread block from top to bottom. | 12/32" |
| LOAD INDEX Determines the weight a tire can carry at maximum air pressure. See load Index chart. | 109 |
| LOAD RANGE Determines the ply rating of the tire. Should be replaced with the same or higher rating. | XL |
| MAX PSI The max psi is the highest pressure the tire can hold, but should be inflated to your vehicle specifications not exceeding this amount. | 50 PSI |
| SPEED RATING Designation from laboratory testing to determine the maximum speed the tire can travel. Maintain the same speed rating or higher for replacement. | Up to 149 mph |
| SIDEWALL DESC. The sidewall designation to describe the lettering on the sidewall. | Black Side Wall |
| WARRANTY Estimates the life expectancy of the tire, set by the tire manufacturer. | 70000 |
| VPN Vendor Product Number | 110174127 |
| GTIN Global Trade Item Number | 721506741272 |