Nexen
N5000 Platinum
225/50R18 XL
$139.50/tire
$186.00
Set of 4: $558.00
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Specifications
| Size | 225/50R18 XL N5000 Platinum |
|---|---|
| Width | 225 mm |
| Aspect ratio | 50 |
| Rim diameter | R18 |
| Load index | 99 |
| Speed rating | W |
| Load range | XL |
| UTQG | 580 A A |
|---|---|
| Treadwear warranty | 55,000 miles |
| Tread depth | 9.5/32" |
| Max pressure | 50 psi |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) | No |
| Run-flat | No |
About the Nexen N5000 Platinum
All-Season Grand Touring Passenger Car tire.
Features
* All season tread design* M+S Rated* 70,000 Mile Treadwear Mileage Warranty (H/V-Rated)* 55,000 Mile Treadwear Mileage Warranty (W-Rated)* Road Hazard Replacement Warranty (First 3/32 or 2 Years)* 36-Month Roadside Assistance
Benefits
* Provides year round traction, even in light snow* Long tread life* For a quieter, more comfortable ride
Understanding the 225/50R18 XL size
In the size code 225/50R18, 225 is the section width in millimetres (about 8.9"). 50 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 50% of the width, or roughly 112.5 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 26.9".
The load index 99 means each tire supports up to 1,709 lbs — about 6,836 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol W certifies the tire to 168 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.
What the Nexen N5000 Platinum is built for
Fitment category: Undefined.
Tread life and grip ratings
This tire carries a UTQG rating of 580 A A. The treadwear grade of 580 is a relative durability score — a grade of 200 is expected to last roughly twice as long as a grade of 100 under the same controlled test. Traction grade A measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade A reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).
Price and value
At $139.50 per tire, a full set of four costs $558.00. That is about 11% below the average price of the 109 tires we stock in this size. Backed by a 55,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $10.15 per 1,000 miles across the set.
Frequently asked questions
What does the tire size 225/50R18 mean?
225 is the section width in millimetres, 50 is the aspect ratio (sidewall height as a percentage of width, about 112.5 mm), and R18 indicates radial construction for a 18-inch wheel. Overall diameter is approximately 26.9 inches.
What are the load and speed ratings of the Nexen N5000 Platinum 225/50R18 XL?
Its load index of 99 allows up to 1,709 lbs per tire. Its speed rating of W is certified to 168 mph. Check your door-jamb placard and do not fit a tire rated below the vehicle's requirement.
How much does a set of 4 Nexen N5000 Platinum 225/50R18 XL tires cost?
A single tire is $139.50 and a set of four is $558.00, covered by a 55,000-mile treadwear warranty.
Does the N5000 Platinum come in other sizes?
Yes — we stock 81 additional N5000 Platinum sizes besides 225/50R18 XL. Fit only a size approved for your vehicle.
Other sizes of this model
195/50R16 — $96.75
205/50R17 XL — $112.50
205/55R16 — $108.75
215/45R17 — $119.25
215/45R18 XL — $128.25
215/50R17 XL — $108.75
215/55R16 XL — $112.50
215/55R17 — $113.25
215/55R18 — $134.25
215/60R17 — $120.00
215/65R17 — $118.50
225/40R18 XL — $128.25
225/45R17 — $119.25
225/45R18 XL — $127.50
225/45R19 XL — $156.00
225/50R17 — $120.00
225/55R17 — $123.75
225/55R18 — $159.75
225/55R19 — $186.75
225/60R17 — $129.00
225/60R18 XL — $147.75
225/65R17 — $125.25
235/40R18 XL — $142.50
235/40R19 XL — $189.75
235/45R17 XL — $126.75
235/45R18 XL — $159.75
235/45R19 XL — $164.25
235/50R17 — $125.25
235/50R18 — $164.25
235/50R19 XL — $169.50
